Glitrefjell Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Glitrefjell Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		56 29.96 N,0 29.91 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 56.499333
  • Longitude: 0.498500
Water Depth 88 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GLITREFJELL
Type tanker
Flag NO
Length 75 m
Width 11.6 m
Draught 5.6
Tonnage 1568
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 16, 1939
Original Detection Year 1939
Original Source other
Surveying Details SUNK 75 MILES E OF ST ABBS HEAD (DODS). GIVES POSN OF 563000N, 003000E APPROX. NCA POSN FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

SUNK BY TORPEDO OR MINE OFF ST ABBS HEAD WHILST ON VOYAGE OSLO TO THE TYNE. FIVE CREW KILLED. (DODS)

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FAQ

Where is the GLITREFJELL wreck located?

The GLITREFJELL wreck is located at coordinates 56 29.96 N,0 29.91 E.

How deep is the seabed around the GLITREFJELL?

The seabed around the GLITREFJELL lies at approximately 88 meters deep.

When did the GLITREFJELL sink?

The GLITREFJELL sank on Dec 16, 1939.

When was the wreck of the GLITREFJELL discovered?

The wreck of the GLITREFJELL was discovered in 1939.

What country did the GLITREFJELL belong to?

The GLITREFJELL belonged to NO.

What was the tonnage of the GLITREFJELL?

The GLITREFJELL had a tonnage of 1568 tons.

What type of wreck is the GLITREFJELL?

The GLITREFJELL is classified as a tanker.

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