Llanfair Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Llanfair Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		54 48 N,13 46 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 54.800000
  • Longitude: -13.766667
Water Depth 2700 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name LLANFAIR
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 4966
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 11, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 1987
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Surveying Details

9.1.41 9.1.41 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 544800N, 134600W. (LLOYDS). NO ACTION. 10.8.87 10.8.87 SINKING POSN AS ABOVE PLOTS IN APPROX 2700MTRS. (WW2SL & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED BY U-38. (AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).

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FAQ

Where is the LLANFAIR wreck located?

The LLANFAIR wreck is located at coordinates 54 48 N,13 46 W.

How deep is the seabed around the LLANFAIR?

The seabed around the LLANFAIR lies at approximately 2700 meters deep.

When did the LLANFAIR sink?

The LLANFAIR sank on Aug 11, 1940.

When was the wreck of the LLANFAIR discovered?

The wreck of the LLANFAIR was discovered in 1940.

What country did the LLANFAIR belong to?

The LLANFAIR belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the LLANFAIR?

The LLANFAIR had a tonnage of 4966 tons.

What type of wreck is the LLANFAIR?

The LLANFAIR is classified as a steam ship.

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