Fjelland Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Fjelland Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		59 3 N,4 9 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 59.050000
  • Longitude: 4.150000
Water Depth 280 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name FJELLAND
Type steam ship
Flag NO
Tonnage 387
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo fish
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 1, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 2011
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Surveying Details

SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 60-70M OFF NORWAY, 50M SW X W OF UDSIRE. (LL WW1). POSN TOO VAGUE TO CHART. 26.2.80 NDW PA IN 590300N, 040900E. (US P/O DTD 16.10.76). TOO DEEP TO CHART. 24.1.05 SHOWN AS NDW. NC 286. DATA RE-ASSESSED. SHOULD HAVE BEEN RECORDED AS TOO DEEP AND POSN TOO VAGUE TO CHART. DELETE. BR STD. SEP 2011/000082568 28.6.11 NOT SHOWN ON NO2BO804 [EDN 1.27]. AMEND DEAD. NCA.

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE SONDHORDLAND FOR HULL. SUNK BY SUBMARINE 60-70M OFF NORWEGIAN COAST, 50M SW X W OF UDSIRE. (LL WW1)

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FAQ

Where is the FJELLAND wreck located?

The FJELLAND wreck is located at coordinates 59 3 N,4 9 E.

How deep is the seabed around the FJELLAND?

The seabed around the FJELLAND lies at approximately 280 meters deep.

When did the FJELLAND sink?

The FJELLAND sank on Apr 1, 1917.

When was the wreck of the FJELLAND discovered?

The wreck of the FJELLAND was discovered in 1917.

What country did the FJELLAND belong to?

The FJELLAND belonged to NO.

What cargo was the FJELLAND carrying?

The FJELLAND was carrying fish.

What was the tonnage of the FJELLAND?

The FJELLAND had a tonnage of 387 tons.

What type of wreck is the FJELLAND?

The FJELLAND is classified as a steam ship.

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