Kexholm Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Kexholm Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		59 50 N,8 22.1 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 59.833333
  • Longitude: -8.368333
Water Depth 1000 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name KEXHOLM
Type steam ship
Flag SE
Tonnage 3815
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo animals (land & sea) and birds,foodstuffs: solid
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 12, 1941
Original Detection Year 1941
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Surveying Details SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 595000N, 092000W. (WW2SL, LL WW2). PLOTS IN OVER 1000MTRS. NCA.
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

BOMBED & SUNK BY AIRCRAFT. PASSAGE BUENOS AIRES & FAYAL FOR FAROES & GOTHENBURG.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 59 50 N,8 22.1 W
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FAQ

Where is the KEXHOLM wreck located?

The KEXHOLM wreck is located at coordinates 59 50 N,8 22.1 W.

How deep is the seabed around the KEXHOLM?

The seabed around the KEXHOLM lies at approximately 1000 meters deep.

When did the KEXHOLM sink?

The KEXHOLM sank on Apr 12, 1941.

When was the wreck of the KEXHOLM discovered?

The wreck of the KEXHOLM was discovered in 1941.

What country did the KEXHOLM belong to?

The KEXHOLM belonged to SE.

What cargo was the KEXHOLM carrying?

The KEXHOLM was carrying animals (land & sea) and birds,foodstuffs: solid.

What was the tonnage of the KEXHOLM?

The KEXHOLM had a tonnage of 3815 tons.

What type of wreck is the KEXHOLM?

The KEXHOLM is classified as a steam ship.

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