Conch Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Conch Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 40 N,19 0 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.666667
  • Longitude: -19.000000
Water Depth 1300 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CONCH
Type tanker
Flag GB
Tonnage 8376
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 3, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Original Source other
Surveying Details H01001/40 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 554000N, 190000W. PLOTS IN 1300MTRS. NCA.
Last Amended Date Oct 9, 2000

Circumstances of loss

2.12.40 TORPEDOED & DAMAGED BY GERMAN SUBMARINES U47 & U95 ON 2.12.40 & SUNK FOLLOWING DAY BY TORPEDO FROM GERMAN SUBMARINE U-99.

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FAQ

Where is the CONCH wreck located?

The CONCH wreck is located at coordinates 55 40 N,19 0 W.

How deep is the seabed around the CONCH?

The seabed around the CONCH lies at approximately 1300 meters deep.

When did the CONCH sink?

The CONCH sank on Dec 3, 1940.

When was the wreck of the CONCH discovered?

The wreck of the CONCH was discovered in 1940.

What country did the CONCH belong to?

The CONCH belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the CONCH?

The CONCH had a tonnage of 8376 tons.

What type of wreck is the CONCH?

The CONCH is classified as a tanker.

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