British Petrol Ohms Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
British petrol ohms Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		20 0 N,50 0 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 20.000000
  • Longitude: -50.000000
Water Depth 4500 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BRITISH PETROL OHMS
Type tanker
Flag GB
Tonnage 6891
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 14, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 5.1.78 5.1.78 WK IN 200000N, 500000W. (WW2SL). REPORTED IN 180000N, 543000W. (LLWW2). NCA, POSN FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Aug 19, 2010

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE GLASGOW FOR TRINIDAD. SUNK BY TORPEDO BY RAIDER. (LLWW2 & WRECKSITE.EU)

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 20 0 N,50 0 W
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FAQ

Where is the BRITISH PETROL OHMS wreck located?

The BRITISH PETROL OHMS wreck is located at coordinates 20 0 N,50 0 W.

How deep is the seabed around the BRITISH PETROL OHMS?

The seabed around the BRITISH PETROL OHMS lies at approximately 4500 meters deep.

When did the BRITISH PETROL OHMS sink?

The BRITISH PETROL OHMS sank on Jun 14, 1940.

When was the wreck of the BRITISH PETROL OHMS discovered?

The wreck of the BRITISH PETROL OHMS was discovered in 1940.

What country did the BRITISH PETROL OHMS belong to?

The BRITISH PETROL OHMS belonged to GB.

What cargo was the BRITISH PETROL OHMS carrying?

The BRITISH PETROL OHMS was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the BRITISH PETROL OHMS?

The BRITISH PETROL OHMS had a tonnage of 6891 tons.

What type of wreck is the BRITISH PETROL OHMS?

The BRITISH PETROL OHMS is classified as a tanker.

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