Nora Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Nora Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		57 2 N,13 11 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 57.033333
  • Longitude: -13.183333
Water Depth 900 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name NORA
Type steam ship
Flag EE
Length 70.4 m
Width 10.4 m
Draught 4
Tonnage 1186
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo timber
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 13, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Original Source other
Surveying Details H01001/40 H01001/40 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 570200N, 131100W. 31.7.87 31.7.87 SINKING POSN AS ABOVE. (WW2SL, LL WW2, AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES). SUNK APPROX 200M W OF THE HEBRIDES. (DODS).
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1902 BY HASSELDALENDS JERNSKIBS. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY M G MARTINSON. TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 97NHP. PASSAGE PUGWASH FOR BELFAST. TORPEDOED BY U 103. (DODS, LL WW2, AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).

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FAQ

Where is the NORA wreck located?

The NORA wreck is located at coordinates 57 2 N,13 11 W.

How deep is the seabed around the NORA?

The seabed around the NORA lies at approximately 900 meters deep.

When did the NORA sink?

The NORA sank on Oct 13, 1940.

When was the wreck of the NORA discovered?

The wreck of the NORA was discovered in 1940.

What country did the NORA belong to?

The NORA belonged to EE.

What cargo was the NORA carrying?

The NORA was carrying timber.

What was the tonnage of the NORA?

The NORA had a tonnage of 1186 tons.

What type of wreck is the NORA?

The NORA is classified as a steam ship.

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