Lord Minto Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Lord minto Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		57 51 N,9 28 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 57.850000
  • Longitude: -9.466667
Water Depth 280 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name LORD MINTO
Type trawler
Flag GB
Tonnage 295
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 18, 1939
Original Detection Year 1939
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Surveying Details 2.5.91 2.5.91 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 575100N, 092800W [UND]. (WW2SL, LL WW2, AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES). PLOTS IN APPROX 280MTRS. NCA, TOO DEEP AMD POSN TOO VAGUE TO CHART.
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE FLEETWOOD FOR FISHING GROUNDS. CAPTURED & SUNK BY U-35. (WW2SL, LL WW2, AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).

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FAQ

Where is the LORD MINTO wreck located?

The LORD MINTO wreck is located at coordinates 57 51 N,9 28 W.

How deep is the seabed around the LORD MINTO?

The seabed around the LORD MINTO lies at approximately 280 meters deep.

When did the LORD MINTO sink?

The LORD MINTO sank on Sep 18, 1939.

When was the wreck of the LORD MINTO discovered?

The wreck of the LORD MINTO was discovered in 1939.

What country did the LORD MINTO belong to?

The LORD MINTO belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the LORD MINTO?

The LORD MINTO had a tonnage of 295 tons.

What type of wreck is the LORD MINTO?

The LORD MINTO is classified as a trawler.

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