Frederick S Fales Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Frederick s fales Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 30 N,13 40 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.500000
  • Longitude: -13.666667
Water Depth 2650 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name FREDERICK S FALES
Type tanker
Flag GB
Length 149.4 m
Width 21.3 m
Draught 11.3
Tonnage 10525
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo flammable liquids and gases,oil
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 21, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 1987
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Surveying Details

SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 544700N, 180000W. (D.S.). H01001/40 19.11.40 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 555500N, 130800W. (O.U. 6353/40). SUNK 150 MILES S BY E OF ROCKALL. (DODS). 6.8.87 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 553000N, 134000W. (WW2SL & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).

Circumstances of loss

*BUILT IN 1939 BY CANTIERI RIUNITI DELL ADRAITICO. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY ORIENTAL TRADE & TRANSPORT CO. OIL ENGINE OF 1000NHP FOR 12 KNOTS. PASSAGE CURACAO FOR THE CLYDE. TORPEDOED BY U-100. (DODS & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 55 30 N,13 40 W
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FAQ

Where is the FREDERICK S FALES wreck located?

The FREDERICK S FALES wreck is located at coordinates 55 30 N,13 40 W.

How deep is the seabed around the FREDERICK S FALES?

The seabed around the FREDERICK S FALES lies at approximately 2650 meters deep.

When did the FREDERICK S FALES sink?

The FREDERICK S FALES sank on Sep 21, 1940.

When was the wreck of the FREDERICK S FALES discovered?

The wreck of the FREDERICK S FALES was discovered in 1940.

What country did the FREDERICK S FALES belong to?

The FREDERICK S FALES belonged to GB.

What cargo was the FREDERICK S FALES carrying?

The FREDERICK S FALES was carrying flammable liquids and gases,oil.

What was the tonnage of the FREDERICK S FALES?

The FREDERICK S FALES had a tonnage of 10525 tons.

What type of wreck is the FREDERICK S FALES?

The FREDERICK S FALES is classified as a tanker.

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