Brandon Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Brandon Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 6.03 N,9 10.04 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.100500
  • Longitude: -9.167333
Water Depth 103 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BRANDON
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 125.6 m
Width 17.1 m
Draught 10.4
Tonnage 6668
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 8, 1939
Original Detection Year 1939
Last Detection Year 1940
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Surveying Details

H095/39 20.12.39 H095/39 POSN 500600N, 091000W. (W APP LIST, CINC LTR DTD 20.12.39). NCA. POSN 502800N, 082600W. (WKS OFFICER SINKING BK & RECORD CHART 1598). H1001/40 H1001/40 POSN 502800N, 082600W. (TRADE DIV LIST). POSN ACCEPTED AS 500600N, 091000W. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). NCA. SEP 2021/000223916 28.4.18 Not found IRISH GOVERNMENT SURVEY, HI 1801

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED BY SUBMARINE ABOUT 120M DUE W OF LANDS END 9 LIVES LOST.

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FAQ

Where is the BRANDON wreck located?

The BRANDON wreck is located at coordinates 50 6.03 N,9 10.04 W.

How deep is the seabed around the BRANDON?

The seabed around the BRANDON lies at approximately 103 meters deep.

When did the BRANDON sink?

The BRANDON sank on Dec 8, 1939.

When was the wreck of the BRANDON discovered?

The wreck of the BRANDON was discovered in 1939.

What country did the BRANDON belong to?

The BRANDON belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the BRANDON?

The BRANDON had a tonnage of 6668 tons.

What type of wreck is the BRANDON?

The BRANDON is classified as a steam ship.

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