Neptunia Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Neptunia Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		49 20 N,14 40 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.333333
  • Longitude: -14.666667
Water Depth 4500 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name NEPTUNIA
Type tug
Flag GB
Tonnage 798
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 13, 1939
Original Detection Year 1939
Last Detection Year 1987
Original Source unknown
Surveying Details H034/39 H034/39 SINKING POSN 492000N, 144000W. NO ACTION. 7.7.87 SINKING POSN AS ABOVE PLOTS IN OVER 4000MTRS. (WW2SL & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

SUNK BY TORPEDO & GUNFIRE FROM U-29. (WW2SL & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).

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FAQ

Where is the NEPTUNIA wreck located?

The NEPTUNIA wreck is located at coordinates 49 20 N,14 40 W.

How deep is the seabed around the NEPTUNIA?

The seabed around the NEPTUNIA lies at approximately 4500 meters deep.

When did the NEPTUNIA sink?

The NEPTUNIA sank on Sep 13, 1939.

When was the wreck of the NEPTUNIA discovered?

The wreck of the NEPTUNIA was discovered in 1939.

What country did the NEPTUNIA belong to?

The NEPTUNIA belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the NEPTUNIA?

The NEPTUNIA had a tonnage of 798 tons.

What type of wreck is the NEPTUNIA?

The NEPTUNIA is classified as a tug.

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