Charkow Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Charkow Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
58 4.981 N,2 39.097 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 58.083017
  • Longitude: -2.651617
Water Depth 60 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CHARKOW
Type steam ship
Flag DK
Length 71.9 m
Width 11 m
Draught 6.4
Tonnage 1026
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 19, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 1983
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Surveying Details POSN 580500N, 023900W. (NID). SANK IN 580700N, 023900W (ESTIMATED). (WW2SL). 29.8.78 INS AS USCPA 45MTRS. NC 115. 2.8.83 AREA 0.5 MILE RADIUS AROUND 580500N, 023900W SEARCHED USING DCS3 & SUB BOTTOM PROFILER, PRIOR TO IMPENDING INSTALLATION OF AN OIL RIG. NO WRECK FOUND. (MR SIMPSON, BURMAH OIL, ABERDEEN, TELECON 2.8.83). DELETE. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Oct 17, 2003

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED & SUNK BY GERMAN SUBMARINE, WITH LOSS OF COMPLETE CREW. (DOD).

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FAQ

Where is the CHARKOW wreck located?

The CHARKOW wreck is located at coordinates 58 4.981 N,2 39.097 W.

How deep is the seabed around the CHARKOW?

The seabed around the CHARKOW lies at approximately 60 meters deep.

When did the CHARKOW sink?

The CHARKOW sank on Mar 19, 1940.

When was the wreck of the CHARKOW discovered?

The wreck of the CHARKOW was discovered in 1940.

What country did the CHARKOW belong to?

The CHARKOW belonged to DK.

What was the tonnage of the CHARKOW?

The CHARKOW had a tonnage of 1026 tons.

What type of wreck is the CHARKOW?

The CHARKOW is classified as a steam ship.