Mardinian Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Mardinian Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		56 36.986 N,9 0.038 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 56.616433
  • Longitude: -9.000633
Water Depth 180 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MARDINIAN
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 92.4 m
Width 13.1 m
Draught 6.4
Tonnage 2800
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 9, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 1972
Original Source unknown
Surveying Details H01001/40 5.2.41 POSN 563700N, 090000W APPROX. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). NCA. H2164/72 24.4.72 SEARCHED WITH SONAR BUT NOT FOUND. (HMS HECATE, ROS DTD 20.12.71). AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

ON ROUTE FROM TRINIDAD TO LONDON. TORPEDOED BY GERMAN SUBMARINE.

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FAQ

Where is the MARDINIAN wreck located?

The MARDINIAN wreck is located at coordinates 56 36.986 N,9 0.038 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MARDINIAN?

The seabed around the MARDINIAN lies at approximately 180 meters deep.

When did the MARDINIAN sink?

The MARDINIAN sank on Sep 9, 1940.

When was the wreck of the MARDINIAN discovered?

The wreck of the MARDINIAN was discovered in 1940.

What country did the MARDINIAN belong to?

The MARDINIAN belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the MARDINIAN?

The MARDINIAN had a tonnage of 2800 tons.

What type of wreck is the MARDINIAN?

The MARDINIAN is classified as a steam ship.

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