Confield Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Confield Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		56 47.983 N,10 17.028 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 56.799717
  • Longitude: -10.283800
Water Depth 2050 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CONFIELD
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 4956
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo timber,grain,non-ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 9, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Surveying Details 3.8.87 3.8.87 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 564800N, 101700W. PLOTS IN OVER 2000MTRS. (WW2SL, AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES, LL WW2).
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED & SUNK BY GERMAN SUBMARINE U 58. (AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES). EN-ROUTE ALBERNI TO PORTISHEAD. ABANDONED AFTER TORPEDO ATTACK, & SUNK BY GUNFIRE FROM HM SHIP. (LL WW2).

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FAQ

Where is the CONFIELD wreck located?

The CONFIELD wreck is located at coordinates 56 47.983 N,10 17.028 W.

How deep is the seabed around the CONFIELD?

The seabed around the CONFIELD lies at approximately 2050 meters deep.

When did the CONFIELD sink?

The CONFIELD sank on Oct 9, 1940.

When was the wreck of the CONFIELD discovered?

The wreck of the CONFIELD was discovered in 1940.

What country did the CONFIELD belong to?

The CONFIELD belonged to GB.

What cargo was the CONFIELD carrying?

The CONFIELD was carrying timber,grain,non-ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined.

What was the tonnage of the CONFIELD?

The CONFIELD had a tonnage of 4956 tons.

What type of wreck is the CONFIELD?

The CONFIELD is classified as a steam ship.

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