Kongshaug (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Kongshaug (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		58 20.863 N,1 40.422 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 58.347717
  • Longitude: -1.673700
Wreck Depth 95 m
Water Depth 106 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name KONGSHAUG (POSSIBLY)
Type steam ship
Flag NO
Shadow Height 10.4
Tonnage 380
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 6, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 1977
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Last Amended Date Sep 8, 1999

Surveying Details

H3875/26 18.6.26 H3875/26 18.6.26 INS NDW (1917) (PA) ON WKS CHARTS. 1.12.70 1.12.70 INS NDW (PA). LC 115. 9.7.73 9.7.73 AMEND TO WK USC PA 55FMS OR WK USC PA 101MTRS. (TONNAGE KNOWN). H2396/77 23.3.77 H2396/77 23.3.77 WRECK LOCATED DURING 1959/60 IN 502110N, 014020W [OGB] USING DECCA. HT OF 10.4MTRS (34FT) IN GENERAL CHARTED DEPTH 106MTRS (58FMS). (RISDON BEAZLEY LTD, LTR DTD 3.3.77). AMEND TO 52FMS OR 95MTRS IN REVISED POSN.

Circumstances of loss

CAPTURED AND SCUTTLED BY GERMAN SUBMARINE 40 MILES N OF KINNAIRD HEAD. PASSAGE BLYTH FOR SANDNESS. (LL WW1).

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FAQ

Where is the KONGSHAUG (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The KONGSHAUG (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 58 20.863 N,1 40.422 W.

How deep is the KONGSHAUG (POSSIBLY) and where exactly is it located?

The KONGSHAUG (POSSIBLY) lies at a depth of about 95 meters and is located at coordinates 58 20.863 N,1 40.422 W.

How deep is the seabed around the KONGSHAUG (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the KONGSHAUG (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 106 meters deep.

When did the KONGSHAUG (POSSIBLY) sink?

The KONGSHAUG (POSSIBLY) sank on Apr 6, 1917.

When was the wreck of the KONGSHAUG (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the KONGSHAUG (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1917.

What country did the KONGSHAUG (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The KONGSHAUG (POSSIBLY) belonged to NO.

What cargo was the KONGSHAUG (POSSIBLY) carrying?

The KONGSHAUG (POSSIBLY) was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the KONGSHAUG (POSSIBLY)?

The KONGSHAUG (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 380 tons.

What type of wreck is the KONGSHAUG (POSSIBLY)?

The KONGSHAUG (POSSIBLY) is classified as a steam ship.

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