Bradfyne Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Bradfyne Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 4 N,12 15 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.066667
  • Longitude: -12.250000
Water Depth 2850 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BRADFYNE
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 121.9 m
Width 16.5 m
Draught 8.2
Tonnage 4740
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 23, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 1987
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Surveying Details

4.7.80 4.7.80 SUNK S OF ROCKALL IN 550400N, 121500W. (SEA BREEZES MAY 1980). SUNK 170 MILES OFF N IRISH COAST. (DODS). 10.8.87 10.8.87 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 550400N, 121500W. (WW2SL & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1928 BY W GRAY & CO. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY LEEDS SHIPPING CO (SIR W REARDON SMITH & SONS). TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 339NHP FOR 11 KNOTS. TORPEDOED BY U-100 WHILST PROCEEDING INDEPENDENTLY. 39 MEN LOST. (DODS & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).

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FAQ

Where is the BRADFYNE wreck located?

The BRADFYNE wreck is located at coordinates 55 4 N,12 15 W.

How deep is the seabed around the BRADFYNE?

The seabed around the BRADFYNE lies at approximately 2850 meters deep.

When did the BRADFYNE sink?

The BRADFYNE sank on Nov 23, 1940.

When was the wreck of the BRADFYNE discovered?

The wreck of the BRADFYNE was discovered in 1940.

What country did the BRADFYNE belong to?

The BRADFYNE belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the BRADFYNE?

The BRADFYNE had a tonnage of 4740 tons.

What type of wreck is the BRADFYNE?

The BRADFYNE is classified as a steam ship.

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