Mount Hymettus Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Mount hymettus Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		42 13 N,11 20 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 42.216667
  • Longitude: -11.333333
Water Depth 2000 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MOUNT HYMETTUS
Type steam ship
Flag GR
Length 129.5 m
Width 17.4 m
Draught 8.8
Tonnage 5820
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 11, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 1996
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Surveying Details H01001/40 SUNK IN 424000N, 123500W. (ADMIRALTY). NCA. 24.2.96 VESSEL SANK IN 421300N, 112000W APPROX. (LLOYDS WAR LOSSES, AXIS SUB SUCCESSES). NCA.
Last Amended Date Oct 27, 2004

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1921 BY ATELIER & CHANTIERS DE ST NAZAIRE. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY J A COSMETTO & KULUKUNDIS. TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 560NHP. PASSAGE BILBAO FOR NEW YORK. TORPEDOED BY U-101. (DODS, LLOYDS WAR LOSSES WWII, AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES 1939-45).

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FAQ

Where is the MOUNT HYMETTUS wreck located?

The MOUNT HYMETTUS wreck is located at coordinates 42 13 N,11 20 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MOUNT HYMETTUS?

The seabed around the MOUNT HYMETTUS lies at approximately 2000 meters deep.

When did the MOUNT HYMETTUS sink?

The MOUNT HYMETTUS sank on Jun 11, 1940.

When was the wreck of the MOUNT HYMETTUS discovered?

The wreck of the MOUNT HYMETTUS was discovered in 1940.

What country did the MOUNT HYMETTUS belong to?

The MOUNT HYMETTUS belonged to GR.

What cargo was the MOUNT HYMETTUS carrying?

The MOUNT HYMETTUS was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the MOUNT HYMETTUS?

The MOUNT HYMETTUS had a tonnage of 5820 tons.

What type of wreck is the MOUNT HYMETTUS?

The MOUNT HYMETTUS is classified as a steam ship.

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