Fanad Head Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Fanad head Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		56 43 N,15 21 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 56.716667
  • Longitude: -15.350000
Water Depth 350 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name FANAD HEAD
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 118.9 m
Width 15.5 m
Draught 8.8
Tonnage 5200
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 14, 1939
Original Detection Year 1939
Last Detection Year 1987
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Oct 5, 2004

Surveying Details

H034/39 14.9.39 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 564300N,152100W. (TELEGRAM). 3.8.87 SINKING POSN AS ABOVE. (WW2SL & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1917 BY WORKMAN, CLARKE & CO. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY ULSTER SS CO. TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 379NHP PASSAGE MONTREAL FOR BELFAST. SUNK BY TORPEDO & GUNFIRE FROM U-30. (DODS & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).

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FAQ

Where is the FANAD HEAD wreck located?

The FANAD HEAD wreck is located at coordinates 56 43 N,15 21 W.

How deep is the seabed around the FANAD HEAD?

The seabed around the FANAD HEAD lies at approximately 350 meters deep.

When did the FANAD HEAD sink?

The FANAD HEAD sank on Sep 14, 1939.

When was the wreck of the FANAD HEAD discovered?

The wreck of the FANAD HEAD was discovered in 1939.

What country did the FANAD HEAD belong to?

The FANAD HEAD belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the FANAD HEAD?

The FANAD HEAD had a tonnage of 5200 tons.

What type of wreck is the FANAD HEAD?

The FANAD HEAD is classified as a steam ship.

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