Mount Myrto Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Mount myrto Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 3.03 N,10 5.04 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.050500
  • Longitude: -10.084000
Water Depth 118 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MOUNT MYRTO
Type steam ship
Flag GR
Length 121.9 m
Width 15.8 m
Draught 8.5
Tonnage 5403
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 14, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 1944
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Surveying Details

POSN 500300N 100500W (WKS OFF SINKINGS BK & RECORD CHT 1598). H01001/40 H01001/40 POSN 500300N, 100500W. VESSEL REMAINED AFLOAT ABOUT 3.5 HRS & THEN SANK SLOWLY. (DEC 1944 TRADE DIV LIST).

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED SHELLED & SUNK BY GERMAN SUBMARINE.

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FAQ

Where is the MOUNT MYRTO wreck located?

The MOUNT MYRTO wreck is located at coordinates 50 3.03 N,10 5.04 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MOUNT MYRTO?

The seabed around the MOUNT MYRTO lies at approximately 118 meters deep.

When did the MOUNT MYRTO sink?

The MOUNT MYRTO sank on Jun 14, 1940.

When was the wreck of the MOUNT MYRTO discovered?

The wreck of the MOUNT MYRTO was discovered in 1940.

What country did the MOUNT MYRTO belong to?

The MOUNT MYRTO belonged to GR.

What was the tonnage of the MOUNT MYRTO?

The MOUNT MYRTO had a tonnage of 5403 tons.

What type of wreck is the MOUNT MYRTO?

The MOUNT MYRTO is classified as a steam ship.

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