Nils Gorthon Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Nils gorthon Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 44.99 N,7 5.06 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.749833
  • Longitude: -7.084333
Water Depth 48 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name NILS GORTHON
Type steam ship
Flag SE
Length 82.3 m
Width 12.5 m
Draught 5.2
Tonnage 1809
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 13, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 1941
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details SINKING POSN GIVEN AS POSN 554500N, 070500W. (LLOYDS). H1001/40 H1001/40 POSN 25M NNE FROM MALIN HEAD. (TRADE DIVISION LIST, ALSO H109/45). H95/39 30.8.40 H95/39 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 554500N, 070500W. (C IN C WESTERN APPS, LTR DTD 30.8.40). NCA. 7.1.41 7.1.41 POSN GIVEN AS 554600N, 070000W OF A CONTACT OBTAINED BY HMS ARBUTUS. H4131/68 11.6.68 H4131/68 11.6.68 NOT FOUND BY HMS HECATE IN 1967. WK IN POSN REPD BY HMS ARBUTUS REPORTED AS BEING A SAILING VESSEL. H2317/85 2.12.85 H2317/85 2.12.85 NO TARGET FOUND IN LISTED POSN. (BUE SUBSEA, HI 262B). AMENDED TO DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Mar 21, 2005

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1921 BY HOWALDTSWERKE. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY REDRERI-A/B GYLFE. TRIPLE-EXPANSION ENGINE OF 149NHP. PASSAGE ST JOHN'S, NEWFOUNDLAND, FOR RIDHAM DOCK. TORPEDOED BY U-60. (DODS). 21 CREW RECOVERED, 4 LOST. (LL WW2).

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FAQ

Where is the NILS GORTHON wreck located?

The NILS GORTHON wreck is located at coordinates 55 44.99 N,7 5.06 W.

How deep is the seabed around the NILS GORTHON?

The seabed around the NILS GORTHON lies at approximately 48 meters deep.

When did the NILS GORTHON sink?

The NILS GORTHON sank on Aug 13, 1940.

When was the wreck of the NILS GORTHON discovered?

The wreck of the NILS GORTHON was discovered in 1940.

What country did the NILS GORTHON belong to?

The NILS GORTHON belonged to SE.

What was the tonnage of the NILS GORTHON?

The NILS GORTHON had a tonnage of 1809 tons.

What type of wreck is the NILS GORTHON?

The NILS GORTHON is classified as a steam ship.

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