Hms Forfar Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Hms forfar Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		54 35 N,18 18 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 54.583333
  • Longitude: -18.300000
Water Depth 1400 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HMS FORFAR
Type liner
Flag GB
Length 167 m
Width 21.3 m
Draught 12.2
Tonnage 16402
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 2, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 1987
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Oct 11, 2004

Surveying Details

SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 543500N, 181900W. SUNK W OF IRELAND. (WW2SL). 11.8.87 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 543500N, 181800W. (AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).

Circumstances of loss

3.9.1939 EX-S LINER MONTROSE. BUILT IN 1922 BY FAIRFIELD SHIPBUILDING CO. TURBINE ENGINES OF 2532 NHP FOR 17 KNOTS. HIRED AS AUXILLARY MERCHANT CRUISER FROM 3.9.1939. 8 X 6 INCH, 2 X 3 INCH GUNS. TORPEDOED BY U-99. 173 LIVES LOST. (DODS & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).

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FAQ

Where is the HMS FORFAR wreck located?

The HMS FORFAR wreck is located at coordinates 54 35 N,18 18 W.

How deep is the seabed around the HMS FORFAR?

The seabed around the HMS FORFAR lies at approximately 1400 meters deep.

When did the HMS FORFAR sink?

The HMS FORFAR sank on Dec 2, 1940.

When was the wreck of the HMS FORFAR discovered?

The wreck of the HMS FORFAR was discovered in 1940.

What country did the HMS FORFAR belong to?

The HMS FORFAR belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the HMS FORFAR?

The HMS FORFAR had a tonnage of 16402 tons.

What type of wreck is the HMS FORFAR?

The HMS FORFAR is classified as a liner.

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