Hms Farouk Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Hms farouk Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		34 18.94 N,35 32.97 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 34.315667
  • Longitude: 35.549500
Water Depth 1450 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HMS FAROUK
Type schooner
Flag GB
Tonnage 91
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 13, 1942
Original Detection Year 1942
Original Source national HO/authority wreck information
Surveying Details H0921/43 12.3.43 VESSEL SANK IN 341900N, 353300E APPROX. (FLEET HYDROGRAPHIC OFFICER, ALEXANDRIA, LM DTD 15.2.43). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Feb 13, 2003

Circumstances of loss

HIRED AS A STORE CARRIER 6.1940. WAS SUNK BY U-83. (COLLEGE).

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FAQ

Where is the HMS FAROUK wreck located?

The HMS FAROUK wreck is located at coordinates 34 18.94 N,35 32.97 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HMS FAROUK?

The seabed around the HMS FAROUK lies at approximately 1450 meters deep.

When did the HMS FAROUK sink?

The HMS FAROUK sank on Jun 13, 1942.

When was the wreck of the HMS FAROUK discovered?

The wreck of the HMS FAROUK was discovered in 1942.

What country did the HMS FAROUK belong to?

The HMS FAROUK belonged to GB.

What cargo was the HMS FAROUK carrying?

The HMS FAROUK was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the HMS FAROUK?

The HMS FAROUK had a tonnage of 91 tons.

What type of wreck is the HMS FAROUK?

The HMS FAROUK is classified as a schooner.

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