Keret Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Keret Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		54 16 N,23 8 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 54.266667
  • Longitude: -23.133333
Water Depth 3100 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name KERET
Type steam ship
Flag NO
Length 76.8 m
Width 11.9 m
Draught 4.9
Tonnage 1718
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 22, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Original Source other
Surveying Details H01001/40 25.4.41 SANK IN 541600N, 230800 APPROX. NCA.
Last Amended Date Oct 11, 2004

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1927 BY ATELIERS & CHANTIERS DE LA SEINE. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY DET BERGENSKE D/S. TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 167NHP. PASSAGE THE TYNE FOR SYDNEY, NOVA SCOTIA. TORPEDOED AND SUNK. 13 MEN LOST. (DODS & LLOYDS WAR LOSSES & WW2 BR MSL).

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FAQ

Where is the KERET wreck located?

The KERET wreck is located at coordinates 54 16 N,23 8 W.

How deep is the seabed around the KERET?

The seabed around the KERET lies at approximately 3100 meters deep.

When did the KERET sink?

The KERET sank on Aug 22, 1940.

When was the wreck of the KERET discovered?

The wreck of the KERET was discovered in 1940.

What country did the KERET belong to?

The KERET belonged to NO.

What cargo was the KERET carrying?

The KERET was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the KERET?

The KERET had a tonnage of 1718 tons.

What type of wreck is the KERET?

The KERET is classified as a steam ship.

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