Magnus Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Magnus Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		57 42.96 N,0 35.1 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 57.716000
  • Longitude: -0.585000
Wreck Depth 100 m
Water Depth 112 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MAGNUS
Type steam ship
Flag DK
Length 73.2 m
Width 11.3 m
Draught 5.2
Tonnage 1339
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 9, 1939
Original Detection Year 1939
Last Detection Year 1984
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Dec 3, 1984

Surveying Details

SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 574300N, 003500W. (WW2SL). 9.11.72 9.11.72 INS ON 2182B. 22.8.73 22.8.73 SHOWN AS NDW ON NC 2182C. 11.6.80 11.6.80 AMEND TO USC 100 MTRS. NE 278. 10.12.84 10.12.84 AMENDED TO USCPA 100 MTRS. NE 278.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT 1906. STRUCK A MINE & SANK 40 MILES ENE OF PETERHEAD. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY DET FORENEDE D/S. ONLY ONE SURVIVOR. ALSO REPORTED AS SUNK BY U23.

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FAQ

Where is the MAGNUS wreck located?

The MAGNUS wreck is located at coordinates 57 42.96 N,0 35.1 W.

How deep is the MAGNUS and where exactly is it located?

The MAGNUS lies at a depth of about 100 meters and is located at coordinates 57 42.96 N,0 35.1 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MAGNUS?

The seabed around the MAGNUS lies at approximately 112 meters deep.

When did the MAGNUS sink?

The MAGNUS sank on Dec 9, 1939.

When was the wreck of the MAGNUS discovered?

The wreck of the MAGNUS was discovered in 1939.

What country did the MAGNUS belong to?

The MAGNUS belonged to DK.

What was the tonnage of the MAGNUS?

The MAGNUS had a tonnage of 1339 tons.

What type of wreck is the MAGNUS?

The MAGNUS is classified as a steam ship.

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