Carl Henckel Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Carl henckel Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		56 59.96 N,0 16.9 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 56.999333
  • Longitude: 0.281667
Wreck Depth 65 m
Water Depth 81 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CARL HENCKEL
Type steam ship
Flag SE
Length 74.1 m
Width 10.4 m
Draught 5.5
Tonnage 1352
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 21, 1939
Original Detection Year 1972
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 1.11.72 1.11.72 SUNK IN PA 570000N, 001700E. (WW2SL). INS AS NDWPA. NC 2182B. 27.9.76 27.9.76 AMEND TO USCPA 65MTRS. NC 273.
Last Amended Date Dec 3, 1984

Circumstances of loss

EX-HARRISBORG '34, EX-SEVERINI, EX-LEILA, EX-HENRIETTA. BUILT OF IRON IN 1882 BY T TURNBULL & SON, WHITBY. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY REDERI A/B, HENAL. TWO BOILERS, COMPOUND EXPANSION ENGINE OF 143NHP, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE LEITH FOR MALMO & STOCKHOLM. (SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the CARL HENCKEL wreck located?

The CARL HENCKEL wreck is located at coordinates 56 59.96 N,0 16.9 E.

How deep is the CARL HENCKEL and where exactly is it located?

The CARL HENCKEL lies at a depth of about 65 meters and is located at coordinates 56 59.96 N,0 16.9 E.

How deep is the seabed around the CARL HENCKEL?

The seabed around the CARL HENCKEL lies at approximately 81 meters deep.

When did the CARL HENCKEL sink?

The CARL HENCKEL sank on Dec 21, 1939.

When was the wreck of the CARL HENCKEL discovered?

The wreck of the CARL HENCKEL was discovered in 1972.

What country did the CARL HENCKEL belong to?

The CARL HENCKEL belonged to SE.

What cargo was the CARL HENCKEL carrying?

The CARL HENCKEL was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the CARL HENCKEL?

The CARL HENCKEL had a tonnage of 1352 tons.

What type of wreck is the CARL HENCKEL?

The CARL HENCKEL is classified as a steam ship.

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