Hecla Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Hecla Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		56 47.994 N,0 55.878 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 56.799900
  • Longitude: 0.931300
Water Depth 150 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HECLA
Type steam ship
Flag NO
Tonnage 792
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 21, 1918
Original Detection Year 1918
Original Source other
Surveying Details 25.8.18 M39861 25.8.18 REPORTED SUNK 100M ENE OF FARNE IS. (SNO LEITH). 31.8.18 M013870 31.8.18 REPORTED SUNK 115M ENE OF THE FARNE IS. (SNO GRANTON, AP REPORT). GIVES PA 564800N, 005600E. H315/27 12.2.27 H315/27 12.2.27 ERASED FROM CHART. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED).
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

CAPTURED AND SUNK BY SUBMARINE.

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FAQ

Where is the HECLA wreck located?

The HECLA wreck is located at coordinates 56 47.994 N,0 55.878 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HECLA?

The seabed around the HECLA lies at approximately 150 meters deep.

When did the HECLA sink?

The HECLA sank on Aug 21, 1918.

When was the wreck of the HECLA discovered?

The wreck of the HECLA was discovered in 1918.

What country did the HECLA belong to?

The HECLA belonged to NO.

What was the tonnage of the HECLA?

The HECLA had a tonnage of 792 tons.

What type of wreck is the HECLA?

The HECLA is classified as a steam ship.

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