Sarita Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Sarita Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		15 22 N,26 28 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 15.366667
  • Longitude: -26.466667
Water Depth 4130 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SARITA
Type steam ship
Flag NO
Tonnage 5824
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 14, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H01001/40 WRECK IN 152200N, 262800W. (LLWW2). POSN FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Jun 23, 2010

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE ST VINCENT, CAPE VERDE FOR TRINIDAD. TORPEDOED BY GERMAN SUBMARINE UA. CREW OF 29 SAVED. (LLWW2 & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES)

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 15 22 N,26 28 W
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FAQ

Where is the SARITA wreck located?

The SARITA wreck is located at coordinates 15 22 N,26 28 W.

How deep is the seabed around the SARITA?

The seabed around the SARITA lies at approximately 4130 meters deep.

When did the SARITA sink?

The SARITA sank on Jul 14, 1940.

When was the wreck of the SARITA discovered?

The wreck of the SARITA was discovered in 1940.

What country did the SARITA belong to?

The SARITA belonged to NO.

What cargo was the SARITA carrying?

The SARITA was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the SARITA?

The SARITA had a tonnage of 5824 tons.

What type of wreck is the SARITA?

The SARITA is classified as a steam ship.

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