Luna Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Luna Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		58 48 N,3 20 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 58.800000
  • Longitude: 3.333333
Water Depth 170 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name LUNA
Type steam ship
Flag NO
Tonnage 959
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 1, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 2011
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Surveying Details SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 584800N, 032000E. (WW2SL). H3149/69 4.9.73 NDW PA SHOWN IN 584800N, 032000E [EUR] ON DANISH INT 1401. INS ON BA 2182C [INT 1401]. BR STD. 9.9.04 NOT SHOWN ON NORWEGIAN FISHERIES CHART 559 [JAN 2004 REPRINT]. NCA. 16.2.05 [WGD] POSN: 5847.960N, 0319.910E. NC 281. SEP 2011/000082568 28.6.11 NOT SHOWN ON NO2BO804 [EDN 1.27]. DELETE. NCA. SEP 2011/000212858 5.1.12 NOT SHOWN ON NO3B0404 [EDN 1.0]. NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED. (WW2SL).

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FAQ

Where is the LUNA wreck located?

The LUNA wreck is located at coordinates 58 48 N,3 20 E.

How deep is the seabed around the LUNA?

The seabed around the LUNA lies at approximately 170 meters deep.

When did the LUNA sink?

The LUNA sank on Apr 1, 1940.

When was the wreck of the LUNA discovered?

The wreck of the LUNA was discovered in 1940.

What country did the LUNA belong to?

The LUNA belonged to NO.

What was the tonnage of the LUNA?

The LUNA had a tonnage of 959 tons.

What type of wreck is the LUNA?

The LUNA is classified as a steam ship.

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