Martin Ragnar (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Martin ragnar (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
58 27.465 N,8 46.43 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 58.457750
  • Longitude: 8.773833
Wreck Depth 27 m
Water Depth 33 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MARTIN RAGNAR (POSSIBLY)
Flag FI
Tonnage 2262
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo natural fibres and materials in general: unprocessed and products,chemicals,wood: unprocessed and products
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 22, 1939
Bottom Texture Mud
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 2010
Original Source unknown
Surveying Details H1819/40 11.6.40 SANK 5M OFF ARENDAL IN 582700N, 084630E APPROX. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED) H1271/82 12.3.82 NDW SHOWN IN 582730E, 084642E ON NORWEGIAN 453. BR STD. 21.1.99 NOW CHARTED IN 5827.504N, 0846.517E [UND]. NE 3152. 20.4.02 NOT SHOWN ON NORWEGIAN 8 [2000 EDN, 2ND SCALE 1:50,000, ADOPTION]. NCA YET, RETAIN ON LARGEST SCALE BA 3152. NC 3515. 14.10.05 WK 27MTRS SHOWN IN 5827.415N, 0846.700E [OSN] ON NORWEGIAN 453 [REPRINT 04/05, LARGEST SCALE ADOPTION]. NC 3196. SEP 2010/000149284 1.10.10 NOT SHOWN ON NORWEGIAN 453 [CORRECT TO 15.6.10]. AMENDED TO DEAD. DELETE. - NM BLOCK 5113/10.
Last Amended Date Oct 1, 2010

Circumstances of loss

SUNK BY U-BOAT OFF ARENDAL, ON PASSAGE KEMI FOR ELLESMERE PORT. ALL CREW SAVED. (LL WW2)

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 58 27.465 N,8 46.43 E
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FAQ

Where is the MARTIN RAGNAR (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The MARTIN RAGNAR (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 58 27.465 N,8 46.43 E.

How deep is the MARTIN RAGNAR (POSSIBLY) and where exactly is it located?

The MARTIN RAGNAR (POSSIBLY) lies at a depth of about 27 meters and is located at coordinates 58 27.465 N,8 46.43 E.

How deep is the seabed around the MARTIN RAGNAR (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the MARTIN RAGNAR (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 33 meters deep.

When did the MARTIN RAGNAR (POSSIBLY) sink?

The MARTIN RAGNAR (POSSIBLY) sank on Sep 22, 1939.

When was the wreck of the MARTIN RAGNAR (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the MARTIN RAGNAR (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1940.

What country did the MARTIN RAGNAR (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The MARTIN RAGNAR (POSSIBLY) belonged to FI.

What cargo was the MARTIN RAGNAR (POSSIBLY) carrying?

The MARTIN RAGNAR (POSSIBLY) was carrying natural fibres and materials in general: unprocessed and products,chemicals,wood: unprocessed and products.

What was the tonnage of the MARTIN RAGNAR (POSSIBLY)?

The MARTIN RAGNAR (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 2262 tons.