Hms Calcutta Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Hms calcutta Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		31 55 N,28 5 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 31.916667
  • Longitude: 28.083333
Water Depth 2600 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HMS CALCUTTA
Type cruiser (military)
Flag GB
Length 137.2 m
Width 13.1 m
Draught 4.3
Tonnage 4200
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 1, 1941
Original Detection Year 1941
Original Source other
Surveying Details 14.3.78 VESSEL SANK IN 315500N, 280500E APPROX. NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Feb 21, 2003

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1918 BY VICKERS ARMSTRONG. YARROW BOILERS, TURBINE ENGINES OF 40,000 SHP FOR 29KTS. BOMBED AND SUNK BY GERMAN AIRCRAFT WHILST ON PASSAGE TO SUPPORT THE EVACUATION OF CRETE. 114 MEN LOST. (ALLIED WARSHIP CASUALTIES, MED, FEB 1952 & BRITAIN'S SEA WAR).

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FAQ

Where is the HMS CALCUTTA wreck located?

The HMS CALCUTTA wreck is located at coordinates 31 55 N,28 5 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HMS CALCUTTA?

The seabed around the HMS CALCUTTA lies at approximately 2600 meters deep.

When did the HMS CALCUTTA sink?

The HMS CALCUTTA sank on Jun 1, 1941.

When was the wreck of the HMS CALCUTTA discovered?

The wreck of the HMS CALCUTTA was discovered in 1941.

What country did the HMS CALCUTTA belong to?

The HMS CALCUTTA belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the HMS CALCUTTA?

The HMS CALCUTTA had a tonnage of 4200 tons.

What type of wreck is the HMS CALCUTTA?

The HMS CALCUTTA is classified as a cruiser (military).

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