Freidig Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Freidig Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 14.521 N,0 39.394 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.242017
  • Longitude: 0.656567
Water Depth 24 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name FREIDIG
Type steam ship
Flag NO
Length 59.4 m
Width 9.1 m
Draught 4
Tonnage 726
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 24, 1918
Original Detection Year 1918
Last Detection Year 1921
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Sep 12, 2002

Surveying Details

9.11.18 SANK IN 531430N, 003930E, APPROX. (VAEC CONVOY REPORT). H6841/21 10.11.21 NOT LOCATED DURING SEARCH. (HMS FITZROY, 1921). DELETE OBSOLETE WK SYMBOL. HH090/593/01 20.12.93 NOT FOUND. (OCEONICS (UK) LTD., HI 593). SEP 2020/0000180469 7.8.20 NOT FOUND. (A-2-SEA SOLUTIONS LTD, HI1675). NCA.

Circumstances of loss

SANK FOLLOWING A COLLISION.

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FAQ

Where is the FREIDIG wreck located?

The FREIDIG wreck is located at coordinates 53 14.521 N,0 39.394 E.

How deep is the seabed around the FREIDIG?

The seabed around the FREIDIG lies at approximately 24 meters deep.

When did the FREIDIG sink?

The FREIDIG sank on Oct 24, 1918.

When was the wreck of the FREIDIG discovered?

The wreck of the FREIDIG was discovered in 1918.

What country did the FREIDIG belong to?

The FREIDIG belonged to NO.

What was the tonnage of the FREIDIG?

The FREIDIG had a tonnage of 726 tons.

What type of wreck is the FREIDIG?

The FREIDIG is classified as a steam ship.

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