P.t. 555 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
P.t. 555 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
43 19.94 N,4 59.92 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 43.332333
  • Longitude: 4.998667
Water Depth 46 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Low Water
Name P.T. 555
Type torpedo boat
Flag US
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 23, 1944
Original Detection Year 1944
Last Detection Year 2014
Original Source other
Surveying Details 1.1.78 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 432000N, 050000E. (ALLIED WARSHIP CASUALTIES MED. FEB'52). NCA, POSN FOR FILING ONLY. 9.4.14 NOT SHOWN ON FR566840 [EDN 2.3]. AMEND DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Apr 9, 2014

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL WAS SUNK BY A MINE. (ALLIED WARSHIP CASUALTIES MED - FEB'52).

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FAQ

Where is the P.T. 555 wreck located?

The P.T. 555 wreck is located at coordinates 43 19.94 N,4 59.92 E.

How deep is the seabed around the P.T. 555?

The seabed around the P.T. 555 lies at approximately 46 meters deep.

When did the P.T. 555 sink?

The P.T. 555 sank on Aug 23, 1944.

When was the wreck of the P.T. 555 discovered?

The wreck of the P.T. 555 was discovered in 1944.

What country did the P.T. 555 belong to?

The P.T. 555 belonged to US.

What type of wreck is the P.T. 555?

The P.T. 555 is classified as a torpedo boat.