Marstenen Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Marstenen Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		58 19.979 N,2 31.098 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 58.332983
  • Longitude: -2.518300
Water Depth 52 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MARSTENEN
Type steam ship
Flag NO
Tonnage 1832
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 30, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 1941
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Surveying Details H01001/40 10.1.41 POSN 582000N, 023100W. NCA. POSN 580000N, 032500W. (WW2 MSL). SANK IN 582300N, 023700W. (LLOYDS WAR LOSSES WW2). AMENDED TO DEAD, SEE WK IN 5819.815N, 0229.846W [71117].
Last Amended Date Nov 20, 2003

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE ST JOHN'S, NEWFOUNDLAND FOR RIDHAM DOCK. SUNK BY GERMAN AIRCRAFT. CREW RECOVERED. (LLOYDS WAR LOSSES WW2).

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FAQ

Where is the MARSTENEN wreck located?

The MARSTENEN wreck is located at coordinates 58 19.979 N,2 31.098 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MARSTENEN?

The seabed around the MARSTENEN lies at approximately 52 meters deep.

When did the MARSTENEN sink?

The MARSTENEN sank on Aug 30, 1940.

When was the wreck of the MARSTENEN discovered?

The wreck of the MARSTENEN was discovered in 1940.

What country did the MARSTENEN belong to?

The MARSTENEN belonged to NO.

What was the tonnage of the MARSTENEN?

The MARSTENEN had a tonnage of 1832 tons.

What type of wreck is the MARSTENEN?

The MARSTENEN is classified as a steam ship.

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