Eika Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Eika Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 0.03 N,10 0.04 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.000500
  • Longitude: -10.000667
Water Depth 115 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name EIKA
Type steam ship
Flag NO
Length 75.6 m
Width 11.6 m
Draught 5.2
Tonnage 1503
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo salt
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 29, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Original Source unknown
Surveying Details H1819/40 12.6.40 H1819/40 12.6.40 SANK IN 500000N, 100000W APPROX. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED).
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED AND SUNK BY U-BOAT WHILST EN-ROUTE TORREVIEGA TO AALESUND. 14 OF CREW OF 16 MISSING. (DODS).

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FAQ

Where is the EIKA wreck located?

The EIKA wreck is located at coordinates 50 0.03 N,10 0.04 W.

How deep is the seabed around the EIKA?

The seabed around the EIKA lies at approximately 115 meters deep.

When did the EIKA sink?

The EIKA sank on Jan 29, 1940.

When was the wreck of the EIKA discovered?

The wreck of the EIKA was discovered in 1940.

What country did the EIKA belong to?

The EIKA belonged to NO.

What cargo was the EIKA carrying?

The EIKA was carrying salt.

What was the tonnage of the EIKA?

The EIKA had a tonnage of 1503 tons.

What type of wreck is the EIKA?

The EIKA is classified as a steam ship.

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