Auckland Star Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Auckland star Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		52 17 N,12 34 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 52.283333
  • Longitude: -12.566667
Water Depth 700 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name AUCKLAND STAR
Type merchant vessel
Flag GB
Length 163.1 m
Width 21.3 m
Draught 9.8
Tonnage 13212
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 28, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 1987
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Surveying Details

H01001/40 18.11.40 POSN GIVEN AS 521700N, 123200W. (D.S. O.U. 6353/40). NCA. 16.1.78 POSN 521700N, 123200W. (WW2SL & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES). 30.6.87 POSN GIVEN AS 100 MILES DUE W OF DUNMORE HD, CO. KERRY. (DODS).

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1039 BY HARLAND & WOLFF. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY BLUE STAR LINE. OIL ENGINE OF 2463NHP FOR 16 KNOTS. TORPEDOED BY U 99. NO CASUALTIES. (DODS & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).

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FAQ

Where is the AUCKLAND STAR wreck located?

The AUCKLAND STAR wreck is located at coordinates 52 17 N,12 34 W.

How deep is the seabed around the AUCKLAND STAR?

The seabed around the AUCKLAND STAR lies at approximately 700 meters deep.

When did the AUCKLAND STAR sink?

The AUCKLAND STAR sank on Jul 28, 1940.

When was the wreck of the AUCKLAND STAR discovered?

The wreck of the AUCKLAND STAR was discovered in 1940.

What country did the AUCKLAND STAR belong to?

The AUCKLAND STAR belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the AUCKLAND STAR?

The AUCKLAND STAR had a tonnage of 13212 tons.

What type of wreck is the AUCKLAND STAR?

The AUCKLAND STAR is classified as a merchant vessel.

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