Lochavon Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Lochavon Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 25 N,13 10 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.416667
  • Longitude: -13.166667
Water Depth 2500 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name LOCHAVON
Type motor vessel
Flag GB
Length 145.4 m
Width 20.1 m
Draught 9.1
Tonnage 9205
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 14, 1939
Original Detection Year 1939
Last Detection Year 1987
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Surveying Details

SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 502500N, 125900W (N.I.D). NCA. H01001/40 H01001/40 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 502500N, 131000W. 3.7.87 3.7.87 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 502500N, 131000W. (WW2SL & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES) OR 200 MILES W OF BISHOP ROCK. (DODS). NCA.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1938 BY HARLAND & WOLFF. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY ROYAL MAIL LINES. OIL ENGINE OF 2052NHP. PASSAGE VANCOUVER FOR LIVERPOOL. TORPEDOED BY U-45. (DODS & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).

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FAQ

Where is the LOCHAVON wreck located?

The LOCHAVON wreck is located at coordinates 50 25 N,13 10 W.

How deep is the seabed around the LOCHAVON?

The seabed around the LOCHAVON lies at approximately 2500 meters deep.

When did the LOCHAVON sink?

The LOCHAVON sank on Oct 14, 1939.

When was the wreck of the LOCHAVON discovered?

The wreck of the LOCHAVON was discovered in 1939.

What country did the LOCHAVON belong to?

The LOCHAVON belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the LOCHAVON?

The LOCHAVON had a tonnage of 9205 tons.

What type of wreck is the LOCHAVON?

The LOCHAVON is classified as a motor vessel.

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