Gunborg Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Gunborg Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
57 13.98 N,11 0.023 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 57.233000
  • Longitude: -11.000383
Water Depth 2200 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GUNBORG
Type steam ship
Flag SE
Length 82 m
Width 12.2 m
Draught 4.9
Tonnage 1572
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo natural fibres and materials in general: unprocessed and products,foodstuffs: solid
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 18, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Original Source other
Surveying Details H01001/40 H01001/40 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 571400N, 103500W. SUNK 150M W OF THE HEBRIDES. (DODS). POSN GIVEN AS 571400N, 110000W. (AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES). 30.7.87 30.7.87 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 571400N, 103800W, PLOTS IN OVER 2200MTRS. (LL WW2, WW2SL).
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

BUILT 1930. WAS TORPEDOED & SUNK BY U 46, WHILST EN-ROUTE HALIFAX, NOVA SCOTIA TO THE CLYDE. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY REDERI A/B SYLVIA.

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FAQ

Where is the GUNBORG wreck located?

The GUNBORG wreck is located at coordinates 57 13.98 N,11 0.023 W.

How deep is the seabed around the GUNBORG?

The seabed around the GUNBORG lies at approximately 2200 meters deep.

When did the GUNBORG sink?

The GUNBORG sank on Oct 18, 1940.

When was the wreck of the GUNBORG discovered?

The wreck of the GUNBORG was discovered in 1940.

What country did the GUNBORG belong to?

The GUNBORG belonged to SE.

What cargo was the GUNBORG carrying?

The GUNBORG was carrying natural fibres and materials in general: unprocessed and products,foodstuffs: solid.

What was the tonnage of the GUNBORG?

The GUNBORG had a tonnage of 1572 tons.

What type of wreck is the GUNBORG?

The GUNBORG is classified as a steam ship.