Jamaica Pioneer Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Jamaica pioneer Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		57 4.981 N,11 2.022 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 57.083017
  • Longitude: -11.033700
Water Depth 2300 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name JAMAICA PIONEER
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 5471
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo foodstuffs: solid
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 25, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Original Source other
Surveying Details SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 570300N, 110400W. 31.7.87 31.7.87 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 570500N, 110200W. (WW2SL & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES). PLOTS IN APPROX 2300MTRS.
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED & SUNK BY U 100, WHILST EN-ROUTE KINGSTON, JAMAICA TO AVONMOUTH.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 57 4.981 N,11 2.022 W
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FAQ

Where is the JAMAICA PIONEER wreck located?

The JAMAICA PIONEER wreck is located at coordinates 57 4.981 N,11 2.022 W.

How deep is the seabed around the JAMAICA PIONEER?

The seabed around the JAMAICA PIONEER lies at approximately 2300 meters deep.

When did the JAMAICA PIONEER sink?

The JAMAICA PIONEER sank on Aug 25, 1940.

When was the wreck of the JAMAICA PIONEER discovered?

The wreck of the JAMAICA PIONEER was discovered in 1940.

What country did the JAMAICA PIONEER belong to?

The JAMAICA PIONEER belonged to GB.

What cargo was the JAMAICA PIONEER carrying?

The JAMAICA PIONEER was carrying foodstuffs: solid.

What was the tonnage of the JAMAICA PIONEER?

The JAMAICA PIONEER had a tonnage of 5471 tons.

What type of wreck is the JAMAICA PIONEER?

The JAMAICA PIONEER is classified as a steam ship.

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