Ben Strome Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Ben strome Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		62 9.55 N,5 52 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 62.159167
  • Longitude: -5.866667
Water Depth 158 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BEN STROME
Type trawler
Flag GB
Tonnage 198
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 27, 1941
Original Detection Year 1941
Last Detection Year 1975
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Surveying Details 7.8.72 7.8.72 SINKING POSN 15MILES SE OF FUGLO IS, FAROES. GIVES POSN APPROX 620933N, 055200W IN GEN DEPTH 158TRS. (WW2SL). 14.1.75 14.1.75 SHOWN AS NDW IN POSN 620933N, 055600W ON USNOO BO 114. NCA.
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

BOMBED & SUNK BY GERMAN AIRCRAFT. (WW2SL).

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FAQ

Where is the BEN STROME wreck located?

The BEN STROME wreck is located at coordinates 62 9.55 N,5 52 W.

How deep is the seabed around the BEN STROME?

The seabed around the BEN STROME lies at approximately 158 meters deep.

When did the BEN STROME sink?

The BEN STROME sank on Jul 27, 1941.

When was the wreck of the BEN STROME discovered?

The wreck of the BEN STROME was discovered in 1941.

What country did the BEN STROME belong to?

The BEN STROME belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the BEN STROME?

The BEN STROME had a tonnage of 198 tons.

What type of wreck is the BEN STROME?

The BEN STROME is classified as a trawler.

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