Hms Coventry Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Hms coventry Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		32 48 N,28 17 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 32.800000
  • Longitude: 28.283333
Water Depth 3100 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HMS COVENTRY
Type cruiser (military)
Flag GB
Length 137.2 m
Width 13.4 m
Draught 4.9
Tonnage 4290
Tonnage Type displacement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 14, 1942
Original Detection Year 1942
Original Source national HO/authority wreck information
Surveying Details H0921/43 12.4.43 SUNK IN 324800N, 281700E APPROX. (FLEET HYDROGRAPHIC OFFICER, ALEXANDRIA, LM DTD 15.2.43). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Feb 21, 2003

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1917 BY SWAN, HUNTER. YARROW BOILERS, TURBINE ENGINES OF 40,000 SHP FOR 29KTS. WAS ATTACKED BY AIRCRAFT OFF TOBRUK AND SUNK. (DODS).

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FAQ

Where is the HMS COVENTRY wreck located?

The HMS COVENTRY wreck is located at coordinates 32 48 N,28 17 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HMS COVENTRY?

The seabed around the HMS COVENTRY lies at approximately 3100 meters deep.

When did the HMS COVENTRY sink?

The HMS COVENTRY sank on Sep 14, 1942.

When was the wreck of the HMS COVENTRY discovered?

The wreck of the HMS COVENTRY was discovered in 1942.

What country did the HMS COVENTRY belong to?

The HMS COVENTRY belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the HMS COVENTRY?

The HMS COVENTRY had a tonnage of 4290 tons.

What type of wreck is the HMS COVENTRY?

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

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