Ringwood Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Ringwood Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		2 18 N,166 40 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 2.300000
  • Longitude: 166.666667
Water Depth 4200 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name RINGWOOD
Type motor vessel
Flag NO
Tonnage 7203
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 15, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Surveying Details H01001/40 SUNK IN 021800N, 1664000E APPROX. (ADMIRALTY). NCA.
Last Amended Date Nov 9, 2007

Circumstances of loss

21.12.1940 PASSAGE SHANGHAI FOR OCEAN ISLANDS & AVONMOUTH. SUNK BY RAIDER 'ORION'. SURVIVORS WERE LANDED AT EMIRAU ISLAND ON 21.12.1940. (LLOYDS WWII LOSSES).

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FAQ

Where is the RINGWOOD wreck located?

The RINGWOOD wreck is located at coordinates 2 18 N,166 40 E.

How deep is the seabed around the RINGWOOD?

The seabed around the RINGWOOD lies at approximately 4200 meters deep.

When did the RINGWOOD sink?

The RINGWOOD sank on Oct 15, 1940.

When was the wreck of the RINGWOOD discovered?

The wreck of the RINGWOOD was discovered in 1940.

What country did the RINGWOOD belong to?

The RINGWOOD belonged to NO.

What was the tonnage of the RINGWOOD?

The RINGWOOD had a tonnage of 7203 tons.

What type of wreck is the RINGWOOD?

The RINGWOOD is classified as a motor vessel.

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