Avelona Star Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Avelona star Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		46 46 N,12 17 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 46.766667
  • Longitude: -12.283333
Water Depth 4400 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name AVELONA STAR
Type liner
Flag GB
Length 155.4 m
Width 20.7 m
Draught 13.1
Tonnage 13376
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo foodstuffs: solid,foodstuffs: preserved
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 1, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Original Source unknown
Surveying Details 24.2.96 24.2.96 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 464600N, 121700W. (NO AUTHORITY STATED ON CARD BUT ALL REFERENCE BOOKS AGREE).
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1927 BY J BORWN & CO. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY BLUE STAR LINE. TURBINE ENGINES OF 1842NHP FOR 16 KNOTS. PASSAGE BUENOS AIRES FOR LONDON. TORPEDOED BY U-43 AND SANK THE FOLLOWING DAY. 4 MEN LOST. (LL WW2, DODS, AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).

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FAQ

Where is the AVELONA STAR wreck located?

The AVELONA STAR wreck is located at coordinates 46 46 N,12 17 W.

How deep is the seabed around the AVELONA STAR?

The seabed around the AVELONA STAR lies at approximately 4400 meters deep.

When did the AVELONA STAR sink?

The AVELONA STAR sank on Jul 1, 1940.

When was the wreck of the AVELONA STAR discovered?

The wreck of the AVELONA STAR was discovered in 1940.

What country did the AVELONA STAR belong to?

The AVELONA STAR belonged to GB.

What cargo was the AVELONA STAR carrying?

The AVELONA STAR was carrying foodstuffs: solid,foodstuffs: preserved.

What was the tonnage of the AVELONA STAR?

The AVELONA STAR had a tonnage of 13376 tons.

What type of wreck is the AVELONA STAR?

The AVELONA STAR is classified as a liner.

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