Rudolf Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Rudolf Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		58 6.96 N,1 31.91 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 58.116000
  • Longitude: 1.531833
Water Depth 102 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name RUDOLF
Type steam ship
Flag NO
Tonnage 924
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 21, 1939
Original Detection Year 1939
Last Detection Year 1976
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Surveying Details SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 580700N, 013200E. (WW2SL). H1733/63 8.11.65 H1733/63 8.11.65 SHOWN IN 580700N, 013200E [EUR] ON GERMAN FC 112. INS AS WK [OLD SYMBOL]. FC 5800. 8.3.76 8.3.76 INS AS NDW PA. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

SUNK BY A MINE. PASSAGE GOTHENBURG FOR UNITED KINGDOM. (LLWW2, WW2SL).

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FAQ

Where is the RUDOLF wreck located?

The RUDOLF wreck is located at coordinates 58 6.96 N,1 31.91 E.

How deep is the seabed around the RUDOLF?

The seabed around the RUDOLF lies at approximately 102 meters deep.

When did the RUDOLF sink?

The RUDOLF sank on Dec 21, 1939.

When was the wreck of the RUDOLF discovered?

The wreck of the RUDOLF was discovered in 1939.

What country did the RUDOLF belong to?

The RUDOLF belonged to NO.

What cargo was the RUDOLF carrying?

The RUDOLF was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the RUDOLF?

The RUDOLF had a tonnage of 924 tons.

What type of wreck is the RUDOLF?

The RUDOLF is classified as a steam ship.

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