Kongshaug (Probably) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Kongshaug (probably) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 19.404 N,3 0.105 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.323400
  • Longitude: -3.001750
Wreck Depth 46 m
Water Depth 54 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name KONGSHAUG (PROBABLY)
Type steam ship
Flag NO
Length 66.3 m
Width 9.7 m
Draught 6.3
Sonar Length 63
Sonar Width 10
Shadow Height 7.8
Orientation 112
Tonnage 1156
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal,flammable liquids and gases
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 9, 1942
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1999
Last Detection Year 2003
Original Source diver
Last Amended Date Dec 9, 2003

Surveying Details

HH100/351/14 8.9.99 HH100/351/14 8.9.99 DIVED 7.1999 IN 5019.583N, 0300.083W [OGB] USING DECCA. LIES INVERTED WITH STERN TO THE EAST. PATENT FUEL CARGO IS SCATTERED ON THE SEABED. THE BOW IS CRUMPLED AND DAMAGED. THERE IS A HOLE NEAR THE KEEL ON THE PORT SIDE CLOSE TO MIDSHIPS. (N R CHIPCHASE). INS AS NDW. BR STD. HH090/961/01 9.12.03 HH090/961/01 9.12.03 EXAM'D 11.7.03 IN 5019.404N, 0300.105W [WGD] USING DGPS. LEAST E/S DEPTH 46.8 IN GEN DEPTH 54MTRS. NO SCOUR. LENGTH 63MTRS, WIDTH 10MTRS. DCS3 HT 7.8MTRS. LIES 112/292 DEGS WITH BOWS TOWARDS 292 DEGS. MODERATE MAGNETIC ANOMALY. DEBRIS EXTENDS 12MTRS NORTH AND 9MTRS SOUTH. INTACT, INVERTED. (GARDLINE, HI 961). AMEND WK 46MTRS. BR STD.

Circumstances of loss

EX-SCILLIA. BUILT IN 1898 BY FEVIGS, JERNSKIBSBYG, ARENDEL. TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE. PASSAGE SWANSEA FOR POOLE. TORPEDOED AND SUNK BY E BOATS WITH OTHER VESSELS OF CONVOY WP 183. THE COMMODORE'S VESSEL, SHE WAS TORPEDOED FORWARD OF THE BRIDGE OF THE STBD SIDE AND SANK IN 30 SECONDS. (N R CHIPCHASE).

General Comments

INVERTED, BOWS W

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FAQ

Where is the KONGSHAUG (PROBABLY) wreck located?

The KONGSHAUG (PROBABLY) wreck is located at coordinates 50 19.404 N,3 0.105 W.

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

The KONGSHAUG (PROBABLY) lies at a depth of about 46 meters and is located at coordinates 50 19.404 N,3 0.105 W.

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

The seabed around the KONGSHAUG (PROBABLY) lies at approximately 54 meters deep.

When did the KONGSHAUG (PROBABLY) sink?

The KONGSHAUG (PROBABLY) sank on Jul 9, 1942.

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

The wreck of the KONGSHAUG (PROBABLY) was discovered in 1999.

What country did the KONGSHAUG (PROBABLY) belong to?

The KONGSHAUG (PROBABLY) belonged to NO.

What cargo was the KONGSHAUG (PROBABLY) carrying?

The KONGSHAUG (PROBABLY) was carrying coal,flammable liquids and gases.

What was the tonnage of the KONGSHAUG (PROBABLY)?

The KONGSHAUG (PROBABLY) had a tonnage of 1156 tons.

What type of wreck is the KONGSHAUG (PROBABLY)?

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

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