Delphine Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Delphine Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 33.9 N,8 12.55 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.565000
  • Longitude: -8.209167
Wreck Depth 73 m
Water Depth 82 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name DELPHINE
Type trawler
Flag GB
Tonnage 250
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 20, 1939
Original Detection Year 1939
Last Detection Year 1972
Original Source national HO authority radio navigational warning
Last Amended Date Apr 23, 2007

Surveying Details

H8065/39 19.12.39 H8065/39 19.12.39 REPORTED TO BE IN DEEP WATER IN 553354N, 081230W. (MALIN HEAD RADIO). SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 18M N BY E TORY ISLAND. (WW2SL & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES). H1173/66 12.12.66 H1173/66 12.12.66 INS CHARS. BR STD. 11.10.72 11.10.72 AMEND TO USC 40FMS. NE 2723. 16.8.79 16.8.79 AMEND TO USC 73MTRS. NC 2723. 28.11.03 28.11.03 WK IN THIS POSN CONFIRMED AS HMS AUDACIOUS [3375]. AMEND TO FILING ONLY. DELETE. - NM 304/04.

Circumstances of loss

SUNK BY GUNFIRE FROM GERMAN SUBMARINE U 33.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 55 33.9 N,8 12.55 W
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FAQ

Where is the DELPHINE wreck located?

The DELPHINE wreck is located at coordinates 55 33.9 N,8 12.55 W.

How deep is the DELPHINE and where exactly is it located?

The DELPHINE lies at a depth of about 73 meters and is located at coordinates 55 33.9 N,8 12.55 W.

How deep is the seabed around the DELPHINE?

The seabed around the DELPHINE lies at approximately 82 meters deep.

When did the DELPHINE sink?

The DELPHINE sank on Nov 20, 1939.

When was the wreck of the DELPHINE discovered?

The wreck of the DELPHINE was discovered in 1939.

What country did the DELPHINE belong to?

The DELPHINE belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the DELPHINE?

The DELPHINE had a tonnage of 250 tons.

What type of wreck is the DELPHINE?

The DELPHINE is classified as a trawler.

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