Leise Maersk (Probably) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Leise maersk (probably) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 30 N,11 0 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.500000
  • Longitude: -11.000000
Water Depth 2500 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name LEISE MAERSK (PROBABLY)
Type motor vessel
Flag GB
Tonnage 3136
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 23, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 1987
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Surveying Details

SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 553000N, 110000W. 7.8.87 7.8.87 SINKING POSN AS ABOVE. PLOTS IN APPROX 2500 MTRS. (WW2SL & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES). SUNK APPROX 300 MILES W OF INISHTRAHULL. (DODS). H3164/69 9.10.87 H3164/69 9.10.87 WRECK LOCATED 18.8.87 IN 553000N, 110000W USING SINS. GAVE STRONG SONAR RETURN. (HMS TRAFALGAR, HN 19.8.87).

Circumstances of loss

OWNED BY MINISTRY OF SHIPPING (BURNETT SS CO). BUILT 1921. TORPEDOED AND SUNK BY GERMAN SUBMARINE U 100 WHILST EN-ROUTE THREE RIVERS TO SHARPNESS.

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FAQ

Where is the LEISE MAERSK (PROBABLY) wreck located?

The LEISE MAERSK (PROBABLY) wreck is located at coordinates 55 30 N,11 0 W.

How deep is the seabed around the LEISE MAERSK (PROBABLY)?

The seabed around the LEISE MAERSK (PROBABLY) lies at approximately 2500 meters deep.

When did the LEISE MAERSK (PROBABLY) sink?

The LEISE MAERSK (PROBABLY) sank on Nov 23, 1940.

When was the wreck of the LEISE MAERSK (PROBABLY) discovered?

The wreck of the LEISE MAERSK (PROBABLY) was discovered in 1940.

What country did the LEISE MAERSK (PROBABLY) belong to?

The LEISE MAERSK (PROBABLY) belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the LEISE MAERSK (PROBABLY)?

The LEISE MAERSK (PROBABLY) had a tonnage of 3136 tons.

What type of wreck is the LEISE MAERSK (PROBABLY)?

The LEISE MAERSK (PROBABLY) is classified as a motor vessel.

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