Magdalena Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Magdalena Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		57 20 N,20 16 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 57.333333
  • Longitude: -20.266667
Water Depth 1400 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MAGDALENA
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 99.1 m
Width 14.6 m
Draught 6.7
Tonnage 3118
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 18, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 1987
Original Source other
Surveying Details H01001/40 5.2.40 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 572000N, 201600W. NCA. SUNK APPROX 600 MILES W OF THE HEBRIDES. (DODS). 30.7.87 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 572000N, 201600W. (WW2SL & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).
Last Amended Date Oct 5, 2004

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1923 BY CRAIG, TAYLOR & CO. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY SMITH, HOGG & CO. TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 297NHP. PASSAGE ST JOHN'S NEWFOUNDLAND FOR LIVERPOOL. TORPEDOED BY U-48. (DODS & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).

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FAQ

Where is the MAGDALENA wreck located?

The MAGDALENA wreck is located at coordinates 57 20 N,20 16 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MAGDALENA?

The seabed around the MAGDALENA lies at approximately 1400 meters deep.

When did the MAGDALENA sink?

The MAGDALENA sank on Sep 18, 1940.

When was the wreck of the MAGDALENA discovered?

The wreck of the MAGDALENA was discovered in 1940.

What country did the MAGDALENA belong to?

The MAGDALENA belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the MAGDALENA?

The MAGDALENA had a tonnage of 3118 tons.

What type of wreck is the MAGDALENA?

The MAGDALENA is classified as a steam ship.

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