Kars Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Kars Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		44 15 N,63 24.5 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 44.250000
  • Longitude: -63.408333
Water Depth 85 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name KARS
Type tanker
Flag GB
Tonnage 8888
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 22, 1942
Original Detection Year 1942
Last Detection Year 1987
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Last Amended Date Nov 17, 1987

Surveying Details

SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 441500N, 632500W. (WW2SL & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES). H558/59 25.7.68 H558/59 25.7.68 NDW SHOWN IN 441445N, 632500W ON CANADIAN 4013. BR STD. 17.11.87 17.11.87 NDW SHOWN IN 441450N, 632500W ON CANADIAN 4013 [APR'80 EDN] & IN 441500N, 632430W ON CANADIAN 4012 [MAR'87 EDN]. AMEND TO 441500N, 632430W. NE 729.

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED BY U-96. (WW2SL & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).

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FAQ

Where is the KARS wreck located?

The KARS wreck is located at coordinates 44 15 N,63 24.5 W.

How deep is the seabed around the KARS?

The seabed around the KARS lies at approximately 85 meters deep.

When did the KARS sink?

The KARS sank on Feb 22, 1942.

When was the wreck of the KARS discovered?

The wreck of the KARS was discovered in 1942.

What country did the KARS belong to?

The KARS belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the KARS?

The KARS had a tonnage of 8888 tons.

What type of wreck is the KARS?

The KARS is classified as a tanker.

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