Fechenheim Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Fechenheim Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
57 59.97 N,9 29.91 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 57.999500
  • Longitude: 9.498500
Water Depth 350 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Sea Level
Name FECHENHEIM
Type steam ship
Cargo armament,chemicals
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 16, 1946
Original Detection Year 1946
Original Source national HO/authority charts
Surveying Details H4169/87 13.11.90 SCUTTLED 16.3.46 SW OF ARENDAL. (F LAURIN, 18.10.90). POSN FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

SCUTTLED.

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FAQ

Where is the FECHENHEIM wreck located?

The FECHENHEIM wreck is located at coordinates 57 59.97 N,9 29.91 E.

How deep is the seabed around the FECHENHEIM?

The seabed around the FECHENHEIM lies at approximately 350 meters deep.

When did the FECHENHEIM sink?

The FECHENHEIM sank on Mar 16, 1946.

When was the wreck of the FECHENHEIM discovered?

The wreck of the FECHENHEIM was discovered in 1946.

What cargo was the FECHENHEIM carrying?

The FECHENHEIM was carrying armament,chemicals.

What type of wreck is the FECHENHEIM?

The FECHENHEIM is classified as a steam ship.