Samsuva Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Samsuva Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		72 58 N,23 59 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 72.966667
  • Longitude: 23.983333
Water Depth 390 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SAMSUVA
Type liberty ship
Flag GB
Length 134.4 m
Width 17.4 m
Draught 11.3
Tonnage 7176
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo foodstuffs: solid
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 29, 1944
Original Detection Year 1944
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 14.9.72 VESSEL SUNK IN 725800N, 235900E APPROX. (LLOYDS WAR LOSSES, AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED AND SUNK BY GERMAN SUBMARINE U-31O WHEN IN BARENTS SEA. PASSAGE ARCHANGEL FOR THE USA. (LLWWII, LIBERTY SHIPS).

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FAQ

Where is the SAMSUVA wreck located?

The SAMSUVA wreck is located at coordinates 72 58 N,23 59 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SAMSUVA?

The seabed around the SAMSUVA lies at approximately 390 meters deep.

When did the SAMSUVA sink?

The SAMSUVA sank on Sep 29, 1944.

When was the wreck of the SAMSUVA discovered?

The wreck of the SAMSUVA was discovered in 1944.

What country did the SAMSUVA belong to?

The SAMSUVA belonged to GB.

What cargo was the SAMSUVA carrying?

The SAMSUVA was carrying foodstuffs: solid.

What was the tonnage of the SAMSUVA?

The SAMSUVA had a tonnage of 7176 tons.

What type of wreck is the SAMSUVA?

The SAMSUVA is classified as a liberty ship.

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