Hms Medway Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Hms medway Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		32 3 N,30 35 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 32.050000
  • Longitude: 30.583333
Water Depth 300 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HMS MEDWAY
Type military vessel
Flag GB
Length 176.8 m
Width 25.9 m
Draught 6.7
Tonnage 14650
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 30, 1942
Original Detection Year 1942
Original Source national HO/authority wreck information
Surveying Details H0921/43 12.3.43 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 320300N, 303500E. (FLEET HYDROGRAPHIC OFFICER, ALEXANDRIA, LM DTD 15.2.43). NCA.
Last Amended Date Nov 11, 2002

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1928 BY VICKERS-ARMSTRONG, BARROW. OIL ENGINES OF 8000HP FOR 16 KNOTS. TWO 4 INCH GUNS, FOUR 4 INCH AA, 12 SMALLER. WAS TORPEDOED & SUNK BY U 372 OFF ALEXANDRIA.

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FAQ

Where is the HMS MEDWAY wreck located?

The HMS MEDWAY wreck is located at coordinates 32 3 N,30 35 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HMS MEDWAY?

The seabed around the HMS MEDWAY lies at approximately 300 meters deep.

When did the HMS MEDWAY sink?

The HMS MEDWAY sank on Jun 30, 1942.

When was the wreck of the HMS MEDWAY discovered?

The wreck of the HMS MEDWAY was discovered in 1942.

What country did the HMS MEDWAY belong to?

The HMS MEDWAY belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the HMS MEDWAY?

The HMS MEDWAY had a tonnage of 14650 tons.

What type of wreck is the HMS MEDWAY?

The HMS MEDWAY is classified as a military vessel.

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