Minsk Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Minsk Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		58 6.98 N,2 39.097 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 58.116333
  • Longitude: -2.651617
Wreck Depth 40 m
Water Depth 50 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MINSK
Type steam ship
Flag DK
Length 76.8 m
Width 11.3 m
Draught 4.6
Tonnage 1229
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 19, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 2012
Original Source other
Surveying Details H01001/40 SUNK IN 580700N, 023900W. (NID). 29.8.78 INS AS USCPA 40MTRS. NC 115. 26.11.12 NOT LOCATED BY M/B. DISPROVED. (P ROBERTSON, HI 1372 REPLY TO APPRAISAL DTD 21.11.12). AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date Nov 26, 2012

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1911 BY BURMEISTER & WAIN. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY DET FORENEDE D/S. TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE. PASSAGE KIRKWALL FOR ESJBERG. TORPEDOED NEAR PENTLAND FIRTH. 11 LOST. (DODS).

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FAQ

Where is the MINSK wreck located?

The MINSK wreck is located at coordinates 58 6.98 N,2 39.097 W.

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

The MINSK lies at a depth of about 40 meters and is located at coordinates 58 6.98 N,2 39.097 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MINSK?

The seabed around the MINSK lies at approximately 50 meters deep.

When did the MINSK sink?

The MINSK sank on Mar 19, 1940.

When was the wreck of the MINSK discovered?

The wreck of the MINSK was discovered in 1940.

What country did the MINSK belong to?

The MINSK belonged to DK.

What was the tonnage of the MINSK?

The MINSK had a tonnage of 1229 tons.

What type of wreck is the MINSK?

The MINSK is classified as a steam ship.

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