Harpenden Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status lifted
Harpenden Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 51 N,15 51 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.850000
  • Longitude: -15.850000
Water Depth 395 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HARPENDEN
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 4678
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 11, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 1940
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details [NO DATE] WRECK IN 555100N, 155100W, POSN OF ATTACK 553400N, 155600W. DID NOT SINK. (AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES & LLWW2, VOL.2 ). NCA, AMENDED TO LIFT. POSN FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Jun 21, 2010

Circumstances of loss

20.8.41 PASSAGE HULL FOR ST LAWRENCE. 1 LOST. TORPEDO DAMAGE BY SUBMARINE U 28. TOWED TO CLYDE, ENGINES REMOVED. HULK REPAIRED 20.8.41 & RENAMED EMPIRE STOUR, OWNED BY MWT. (LLWW2, VOL.2 & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES)

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 55 51 N,15 51 W
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FAQ

Where is the HARPENDEN wreck located?

The HARPENDEN wreck is located at coordinates 55 51 N,15 51 W.

How deep is the seabed around the HARPENDEN?

The seabed around the HARPENDEN lies at approximately 395 meters deep.

When did the HARPENDEN sink?

The HARPENDEN sank on Sep 11, 1940.

When was the wreck of the HARPENDEN discovered?

The wreck of the HARPENDEN was discovered in 1940.

What country did the HARPENDEN belong to?

The HARPENDEN belonged to GB.

What cargo was the HARPENDEN carrying?

The HARPENDEN was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the HARPENDEN?

The HARPENDEN had a tonnage of 4678 tons.

What type of wreck is the HARPENDEN?

The HARPENDEN is classified as a steam ship.

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