Clan Menzies Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Clan menzies Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		54 10 N,12 0 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 54.166667
  • Longitude: -12.000000
Water Depth 1400 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CLAN MENZIES
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 141.1 m
Width 19.2 m
Draught 8.8
Tonnage 7336
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 29, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 1987
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Surveying Details

SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 531000N, 140000W. (D.S). H01001/40 19.11.40 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 541000N, 120000W. (O.U. 6353/40). NO ACTION. 16.1.78 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 541000N, 120000W. (WW2SL). 12.8.87 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 541000N, 120000W. (AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES). PLOTS IN APPROX 1400 MTRS.

Circumstances of loss

CLAN LINE VESSEL, BUILT 1938, WAS TORPEDOED & SUNK BY GERMAN SUBMARINE U-99 OFF WEST COAST OF IRELAND.

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FAQ

Where is the CLAN MENZIES wreck located?

The CLAN MENZIES wreck is located at coordinates 54 10 N,12 0 W.

How deep is the seabed around the CLAN MENZIES?

The seabed around the CLAN MENZIES lies at approximately 1400 meters deep.

When did the CLAN MENZIES sink?

The CLAN MENZIES sank on Jul 29, 1940.

When was the wreck of the CLAN MENZIES discovered?

The wreck of the CLAN MENZIES was discovered in 1940.

What country did the CLAN MENZIES belong to?

The CLAN MENZIES belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the CLAN MENZIES?

The CLAN MENZIES had a tonnage of 7336 tons.

What type of wreck is the CLAN MENZIES?

The CLAN MENZIES is classified as a steam ship.

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