Mount Taurus Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Mount taurus Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		54 30 N,37 30 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 54.500000
  • Longitude: -37.500000
Water Depth 2400 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MOUNT TAURUS
Type steam ship
Flag GR
Length 130.5 m
Width 16.8 m
Draught 11.6
Tonnage 6696
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 17, 1942
Original Detection Year 1942
Original Source other
Surveying Details 27.7.72 SANK IN 543000N, 373000W APPROX. (WARTIME STANDARD SHIPS VOL 3). NCA.
Last Amended Date Oct 11, 2004

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE LONDON & OBAN FOR HALIFAX, NS. TORPEDOED AND SUNK. 2 MEN LOST. (WW2 BR MSL & LLOYDS WAR LOSSES).

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FAQ

Where is the MOUNT TAURUS wreck located?

The MOUNT TAURUS wreck is located at coordinates 54 30 N,37 30 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MOUNT TAURUS?

The seabed around the MOUNT TAURUS lies at approximately 2400 meters deep.

When did the MOUNT TAURUS sink?

The MOUNT TAURUS sank on Nov 17, 1942.

When was the wreck of the MOUNT TAURUS discovered?

The wreck of the MOUNT TAURUS was discovered in 1942.

What country did the MOUNT TAURUS belong to?

The MOUNT TAURUS belonged to GR.

What cargo was the MOUNT TAURUS carrying?

The MOUNT TAURUS was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the MOUNT TAURUS?

The MOUNT TAURUS had a tonnage of 6696 tons.

What type of wreck is the MOUNT TAURUS?

The MOUNT TAURUS is classified as a steam ship.

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