Gerda Toft Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Gerda toft Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
54 19.96 N,6 24.92 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 54.332667
  • Longitude: 6.415333
Water Depth 38 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GERDA TOFT
Type steam ship
Flag DK
Length 96 m
Width 14 m
Draught 6.7
Tonnage 2928
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 23, 1954
Original Detection Year 1955
Last Detection Year 1981
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H581/55 21.2.55 NDW PA IN 542000N, 062500E. (LLOYDS LIST). BR STD. H3877/80 3.11.81 WK DELETED. (HAMBURG NM 3667/81). AMENDED TO DEAD. DELETE. BR STD. H3966/76 11.5.81 TO BE SEARCHED FOR DURING SUMMER OF 1981 BY DH1. (DH1 AZ 2201/81 N3 27.4.81).
Last Amended Date Nov 28, 2007

Circumstances of loss

BUILT 1944 BY FOUNDATION MARITIME. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY JENS TOFT. OVERCOME BY HEAVY SEAS N OF THE FRISIAN ISLANDS. ALL HANDS LOST. (DODS).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 54 19.96 N,6 24.92 E
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FAQ

Where is the GERDA TOFT wreck located?

The GERDA TOFT wreck is located at coordinates 54 19.96 N,6 24.92 E.

How deep is the seabed around the GERDA TOFT?

The seabed around the GERDA TOFT lies at approximately 38 meters deep.

When did the GERDA TOFT sink?

The GERDA TOFT sank on Dec 23, 1954.

When was the wreck of the GERDA TOFT discovered?

The wreck of the GERDA TOFT was discovered in 1955.

What country did the GERDA TOFT belong to?

The GERDA TOFT belonged to DK.

What was the tonnage of the GERDA TOFT?

The GERDA TOFT had a tonnage of 2928 tons.

What type of wreck is the GERDA TOFT?

The GERDA TOFT is classified as a steam ship.