Mtb 61 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Mtb 61 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		36 47.93 N,11 49.95 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 36.798833
  • Longitude: 11.832500
Water Depth 660 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MTB 61
Type torpedo boat
Flag GB
Length 21.3 m
Width 4.3 m
Draught 1.5
Tonnage 40
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 9, 1943
Original Detection Year 1943
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Surveying Details SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 364800N 115000E. (ALLIED WARSHIP CASUALTIES MED. FEB.'52). NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 20, 2014

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, SUNK AFTER GROUNDING OFF KELIBIA WHILST ON PATROL. (ALLIED WARSHIP CASUALTIES MED. FEB'52 & WW2SL).

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FAQ

Where is the MTB 61 wreck located?

The MTB 61 wreck is located at coordinates 36 47.93 N,11 49.95 E.

How deep is the seabed around the MTB 61?

The seabed around the MTB 61 lies at approximately 660 meters deep.

When did the MTB 61 sink?

The MTB 61 sank on May 9, 1943.

When was the wreck of the MTB 61 discovered?

The wreck of the MTB 61 was discovered in 1943.

What country did the MTB 61 belong to?

The MTB 61 belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the MTB 61?

The MTB 61 had a tonnage of 40 tons.

What type of wreck is the MTB 61?

The MTB 61 is classified as a torpedo boat.

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