Atlantic Sun Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Atlantic sun Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 54.993 N,7 9.051 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.916550
  • Longitude: -7.150850
Water Depth 62 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ATLANTIC SUN
Type motor vessel
Flag US
Length 160 m
Width 21 m
Draught 12
Tonnage 2333
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo oil,metal: concentrate and products
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 18, 1918
Bottom Texture Shells
Original Detection Year 1974
Last Detection Year 1985
Original Source survey vessel
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Surveying Details

H3740/69 17.10.74 H3740/69 17.10.74 SINKING POSITION GIVEN AS PA 555500N, 070900W. (RISDON BEAZLEY LTD, LTR DTD, 14.10.74). POSN FOR FILING ONLY. H2317/85 2.12.85 H2317/85 2.12.85 NOT LOCATED. (BUE SUBSEA, HI 262B). AMEND DEAD. NCA.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1941 BY SUN SHIPBUILDING & DRYCOCK, COMPANY. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY SUN OIL CO. OIL ENGINE OF 1590NHP. PASSAGE PHILADELPHIA FOR LIVERPOOL. TORPEDOED BY U-46. ONE MAN CAPTURED. 46 MEN LOST. (DODS, BOT & DER KRIEG ZUR SEE).

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FAQ

Where is the ATLANTIC SUN wreck located?

The ATLANTIC SUN wreck is located at coordinates 55 54.993 N,7 9.051 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ATLANTIC SUN?

The seabed around the ATLANTIC SUN lies at approximately 62 meters deep.

When did the ATLANTIC SUN sink?

The ATLANTIC SUN sank on Mar 18, 1918.

When was the wreck of the ATLANTIC SUN discovered?

The wreck of the ATLANTIC SUN was discovered in 1974.

What country did the ATLANTIC SUN belong to?

The ATLANTIC SUN belonged to US.

What cargo was the ATLANTIC SUN carrying?

The ATLANTIC SUN was carrying oil,metal: concentrate and products.

What was the tonnage of the ATLANTIC SUN?

The ATLANTIC SUN had a tonnage of 2333 tons.

What type of wreck is the ATLANTIC SUN?

The ATLANTIC SUN is classified as a motor vessel.

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