Firby Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Firby Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		59 40 N,13 50 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 59.666667
  • Longitude: -13.833333
Water Depth 1300 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name FIRBY
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 4869
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 11, 1939
Original Detection Year 1939
Original Source other
Surveying Details H034/39 11.9.39 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 594000N, 134000W. (TELEGRAM) NCA, TOO DEEP AND POSN TOO VAGUE TO CHART. 24.7.87 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 594000N, 135000W. (WW2SL & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES). PLOTS IN GEN DEPTH 1300MTRS. NCA.
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

SUNK BY TORPEDO & GUNFIRE FROM U-48. (WW2SL & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES) PASSAGE TYNE FOR PORT CHURCHILL. (LL WW2)

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FAQ

Where is the FIRBY wreck located?

The FIRBY wreck is located at coordinates 59 40 N,13 50 W.

How deep is the seabed around the FIRBY?

The seabed around the FIRBY lies at approximately 1300 meters deep.

When did the FIRBY sink?

The FIRBY sank on Sep 11, 1939.

When was the wreck of the FIRBY discovered?

The wreck of the FIRBY was discovered in 1939.

What country did the FIRBY belong to?

The FIRBY belonged to GB.

What cargo was the FIRBY carrying?

The FIRBY was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the FIRBY?

The FIRBY had a tonnage of 4869 tons.

What type of wreck is the FIRBY?

The FIRBY is classified as a steam ship.

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