Habil Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Habil Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
60 7.97 N,2 58.9 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 60.132833
  • Longitude: 2.981667
Water Depth 118 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HABIL
Type steam ship
Flag NO
Tonnage 636
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo natural fibres and materials in general: unprocessed and products,wood: unprocessed and products
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 17, 1917
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 2019
Original Source national HO/authority wreck information
Surveying Details 22.2.80 NDW PA SHOWN IN 600800N, 025900E. 2 WKS IN ABOVE POSN, 'HABIL', NORWEGIAN CARGO, AND 'DAGBJORG' [SEE 215], BOTH SHIPS SANK THE SAME DAY. (US P/O DTD 16.10.76). NCA.
Last Amended Date Mar 11, 2020

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL SUNK BY GUNFIRE FROM TWO GERMAN WARSHIPS 112M W OF MANSTEREN. PASSAGE FROM DRAMMEN FOR LEITH. (WW1SL).

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FAQ

Where is the HABIL wreck located?

The HABIL wreck is located at coordinates 60 7.97 N,2 58.9 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HABIL?

The seabed around the HABIL lies at approximately 118 meters deep.

When did the HABIL sink?

The HABIL sank on Oct 17, 1917.

When was the wreck of the HABIL discovered?

The wreck of the HABIL was discovered in 1917.

What country did the HABIL belong to?

The HABIL belonged to NO.

What cargo was the HABIL carrying?

The HABIL was carrying natural fibres and materials in general: unprocessed and products,wood: unprocessed and products.

What was the tonnage of the HABIL?

The HABIL had a tonnage of 636 tons.

What type of wreck is the HABIL?

The HABIL is classified as a steam ship.