Miranda Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Miranda Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		58 13.98 N,2 5.102 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 58.233000
  • Longitude: -2.085033
Wreck Depth 50 m
Water Depth 70 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MIRANDA
Type steam ship
Flag NO
Length 72.2 m
Width 11.3 m
Draught 4.9
Tonnage 1328
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 21, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 2012
Original Source national HO/authority wreck information
Surveying Details H056/40 H056/40 POSN 581400N, 020500W. (GLOUCESTER CITY). H0143/40 31.1.40 H0143/40 31.1.40 IN DEEP WATER. POSN ALSO GIVEN BY A/SW 725/40 RA(D) HOME FLEET. 21.9.72 21.9.72 LOST ABOUT 30 MILES NW OF PETERHEAD. (DODS). 29.8.78 29.8.78 INS AS USCPA 50MTRS. NC 115. 26.11.12 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

SUNK BY MINE OR TORPEDO. 14 LIVES LOST. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY J M JOHANNESENS RED. A/S. (DODS) SUNK 30M NW OF PETERHEAD WHILST ON PASSAGE BLYTH FOR OSLO. (LL WW2, WW2SL)

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FAQ

Where is the MIRANDA wreck located?

The MIRANDA wreck is located at coordinates 58 13.98 N,2 5.102 W.

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

The MIRANDA lies at a depth of about 50 meters and is located at coordinates 58 13.98 N,2 5.102 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MIRANDA?

The seabed around the MIRANDA lies at approximately 70 meters deep.

When did the MIRANDA sink?

The MIRANDA sank on Jan 21, 1940.

When was the wreck of the MIRANDA discovered?

The wreck of the MIRANDA was discovered in 1940.

What country did the MIRANDA belong to?

The MIRANDA belonged to NO.

What cargo was the MIRANDA carrying?

The MIRANDA was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the MIRANDA?

The MIRANDA had a tonnage of 1328 tons.

What type of wreck is the MIRANDA?

The MIRANDA is classified as a steam ship.

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