Lahore Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Lahore Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		21 3 N,20 38 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 21.050000
  • Longitude: -20.633333
Water Depth 4000 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name LAHORE
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 125.6 m
Width 15.8 m
Draught 9.4
Tonnage 5030
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,timber,general and mixed goods,foodstuffs: solid
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 8, 1941
Original Detection Year 1941
Original Source national HO/authority charts
Surveying Details [NO DATE] WK IN 210300N, 203800W. (BRITISH STANDARD SHIPS OF WW1). NCA, POSN FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Aug 19, 2010

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1920 BY R.THOMPSON & SONS LTD, BRIDGE DOCKYARD, SUNDERLAND. PASSAGE CALCUTTA FOR LONDON. TORPEDOED & SUNK BY GERMAN SUBMARINE U124. ALL CREW RESCUED. (BRITISH STANDARD SHIPS OF WW1, AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES & LLWW2)

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FAQ

Where is the LAHORE wreck located?

The LAHORE wreck is located at coordinates 21 3 N,20 38 W.

How deep is the seabed around the LAHORE?

The seabed around the LAHORE lies at approximately 4000 meters deep.

When did the LAHORE sink?

The LAHORE sank on Mar 8, 1941.

When was the wreck of the LAHORE discovered?

The wreck of the LAHORE was discovered in 1941.

What country did the LAHORE belong to?

The LAHORE belonged to GB.

What cargo was the LAHORE carrying?

The LAHORE was carrying ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,timber,general and mixed goods,foodstuffs: solid.

What was the tonnage of the LAHORE?

The LAHORE had a tonnage of 5030 tons.

What type of wreck is the LAHORE?

The LAHORE is classified as a steam ship.

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