Astra Ii Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Astra ii Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		56 9 N,12 14 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 56.150000
  • Longitude: -12.233333
Water Depth 2700 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ASTRA II
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 90.2 m
Width 13.4 m
Draught 6.1
Tonnage 2393
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 29, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 1987
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Surveying Details

SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 560600N, 133300W. (LLOYDS & D.S.). 5.8.87 5.8.87 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 560900N, 121400W. (WW2SL, AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES & DODS). PLOTS IN APPROX 2700 MTRS

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1920 BY CLYDE SB & ENG CO. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY MINISTRY OF SHIPPING. TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 250NHP. TORPEDOED BY U-100. (DODS & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).

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FAQ

Where is the ASTRA II wreck located?

The ASTRA II wreck is located at coordinates 56 9 N,12 14 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ASTRA II?

The seabed around the ASTRA II lies at approximately 2700 meters deep.

When did the ASTRA II sink?

The ASTRA II sank on Aug 29, 1940.

When was the wreck of the ASTRA II discovered?

The wreck of the ASTRA II was discovered in 1940.

What country did the ASTRA II belong to?

The ASTRA II belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the ASTRA II?

The ASTRA II had a tonnage of 2393 tons.

What type of wreck is the ASTRA II?

The ASTRA II is classified as a steam ship.

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