Lct 2331 (Probably) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Lct 2331 (probably) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		49 54.942 N,1 2.13 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.915700
  • Longitude: -1.035500
Wreck Depth 40 m
Water Depth 51 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name LCT 2331 (PROBABLY)
Type landing craft
Flag GB
Length 34.1 m
Width 10.1 m
Draught 1.2
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 25, 1944
Original Detection Year 1944
Last Detection Year 1987
Original Source naval vessel
Last Amended Date Dec 19, 2012

Surveying Details

H02901/44 2.9.44 SUNK 033.5DEGS, 17.6M FROM POINTE DE BARFLEUR. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). CHART AS NDW PA IN 495636N, 010112W. - FNM 1962/44. H03737/44 10.11.44 NOW CHARTED IN 495630N, 010112W. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). 15.1.76 NDW SHOWN IN 495630N, 010112W ON FR 6614D. BR STD. H4903/75 20.2.85 WK, LEAST DEPTH 40.9 IN GEN DEPTH 51MTRS, LOCATED USING E/S, MAGNETOMETER & DCS3, IN 495500N, 010203W. (FR WK RECORDS 1983 NO.14591202). BR STD. 19.6.90 WK 40MTRS SHOWN IN 495457N, 010158W ON FR 6857 [1986 EDN]. UNKNOWN IN 495459.9N, 010202.8W [EUR]. POSN ACCURACY 20MTRS. LEAST DEPTH 40.9 IN GEN DEPTH 51MTRS. (FR WK RECORDS 1987 NO.145911202). NC 2613. 19.12.12 [WGD] POSN: 4954.942N, 0102.130W.

Circumstances of loss

EX-USN. BROKE BACK IN BAD WEATHER. ATTEMPTS TO TOW FAILED. WAS SUNK BY GUNFIRE FROM HMS MELBREAK. (DOCKET M08437/44).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 49 54.942 N,1 2.13 W
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FAQ

Where is the LCT 2331 (PROBABLY) wreck located?

The LCT 2331 (PROBABLY) wreck is located at coordinates 49 54.942 N,1 2.13 W.

How deep is the LCT 2331 (PROBABLY) and where exactly is it located?

The LCT 2331 (PROBABLY) lies at a depth of about 40 meters and is located at coordinates 49 54.942 N,1 2.13 W.

How deep is the seabed around the LCT 2331 (PROBABLY)?

The seabed around the LCT 2331 (PROBABLY) lies at approximately 51 meters deep.

When did the LCT 2331 (PROBABLY) sink?

The LCT 2331 (PROBABLY) sank on Jul 25, 1944.

When was the wreck of the LCT 2331 (PROBABLY) discovered?

The wreck of the LCT 2331 (PROBABLY) was discovered in 1944.

What country did the LCT 2331 (PROBABLY) belong to?

The LCT 2331 (PROBABLY) belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the LCT 2331 (PROBABLY)?

The LCT 2331 (PROBABLY) is classified as a landing craft.

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