Rhon Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Rhon Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		58 14.97 N,8 59.91 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 58.249500
  • Longitude: 8.998500
Water Depth 400 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name RHON
Type steam ship
Cargo armament,chemicals
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 8, 1946
Original Detection Year 1946
Original Source other
Surveying Details H4169/87 14.11.90 H4169/87 14.11.90 SCUTTLED SW (?SE) OF ARENDAL ON 8.9.46. (F LAURIN, 18.10.90). POSN 581500N, 090000E.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

SCUTTLED.

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FAQ

Where is the RHON wreck located?

The RHON wreck is located at coordinates 58 14.97 N,8 59.91 E.

How deep is the seabed around the RHON?

The seabed around the RHON lies at approximately 400 meters deep.

When did the RHON sink?

The RHON sank on Sep 8, 1946.

When was the wreck of the RHON discovered?

The wreck of the RHON was discovered in 1946.

What cargo was the RHON carrying?

The RHON was carrying armament,chemicals.

What type of wreck is the RHON?

The RHON is classified as a steam ship.

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