Congonian Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Congonian Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		8 21 N,16 12 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 8.350000
  • Longitude: -16.200000
Water Depth 4200 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CONGONIAN
Type tanker
Flag GB
Length 121.9 m
Width 16.8 m
Draught 8.2
Tonnage 5065
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 18, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details [NO DATE] WRECK IN 082100N, 161200W. (LLWW2). NCA, POSN FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Jun 23, 2010

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1936 BY HOWALDTSWERKE A.G. WITH OIL ENGINES OF 321NHP. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY UNITED AFRICA CO. PASSAGE LIVERPOOL FOR FREETOWN. TORPEDOED BY GERMAN SUBMARINE U65. OFF THE 39 CREW ONE WAS LOST. (LLWW2, DODS & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES)

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FAQ

Where is the CONGONIAN wreck located?

The CONGONIAN wreck is located at coordinates 8 21 N,16 12 W.

How deep is the seabed around the CONGONIAN?

The seabed around the CONGONIAN lies at approximately 4200 meters deep.

When did the CONGONIAN sink?

The CONGONIAN sank on Nov 18, 1940.

When was the wreck of the CONGONIAN discovered?

The wreck of the CONGONIAN was discovered in 1940.

What country did the CONGONIAN belong to?

The CONGONIAN belonged to GB.

What cargo was the CONGONIAN carrying?

The CONGONIAN was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the CONGONIAN?

The CONGONIAN had a tonnage of 5065 tons.

What type of wreck is the CONGONIAN?

The CONGONIAN is classified as a tanker.

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