Hms Stella Dorado Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Hms stella dorado Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
51 18.45 N,2 13.42 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.307500
  • Longitude: 2.223667
Water Depth 33 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HMS STELLA DORADO
Type trawler
Flag GB
Tonnage 416
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 1, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 2017
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Surveying Details H602/40 23.8.40 TWO WRECKS SUNK IN POSN 511830N 021330E. (VA DOVER 1.6.40). - FNM 1795/40 & NM 1794/40. 18.1.72 POSSIBLY BUT UNLIKELY WRECK IN POSN 511857N, 021412E.
Last Amended Date Jul 31, 2017

Circumstances of loss

AN A/S TRAWLER. SUNK BY E BOAT DURING EVACUATION FROM DUNKIRK. (WW2SL).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 51 18.45 N,2 13.42 E
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FAQ

Where is the HMS STELLA DORADO wreck located?

The HMS STELLA DORADO wreck is located at coordinates 51 18.45 N,2 13.42 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HMS STELLA DORADO?

The seabed around the HMS STELLA DORADO lies at approximately 33 meters deep.

When did the HMS STELLA DORADO sink?

The HMS STELLA DORADO sank on Jun 1, 1940.

When was the wreck of the HMS STELLA DORADO discovered?

The wreck of the HMS STELLA DORADO was discovered in 1940.

What country did the HMS STELLA DORADO belong to?

The HMS STELLA DORADO belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the HMS STELLA DORADO?

The HMS STELLA DORADO had a tonnage of 416 tons.

What type of wreck is the HMS STELLA DORADO?

The HMS STELLA DORADO is classified as a trawler.