Sesostris Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Sesostris Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		58 18.495 N,9 41.002 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 58.308250
  • Longitude: 9.683367
Water Depth 650 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SESOSTRIS
Type steam ship
Flag DE
Length 100.6 m
Sonar Length 100
Tonnage 2013
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo armament,chemicals
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 31, 1946
Original Detection Year 1992
Last Detection Year 1998
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Surveying Details

HH161/400/01 13.10.92 HH161/400/01 13.10.92 WK, 100MTRS LONG, LOCATED IN 581831.5N, 094105.7E. CARGO PRESUMED TO BE CHEMICAL WARFARE AMMUNITION. (NOR NM 1419.92). - NM BLOCK 511/93. 29.10.98 HA151/001/001/05 29.10.98 NAME GIVEN AS SESOSTRIS. (IHB LTR DTD 22.9.98). SESOSTRIS PREVIOUSLY RECORDED IN 581500N, 093000E AS [0293 00484] NOW AMENDED TO DEAD.

Circumstances of loss

SCUTTLED SW OF ARENDAL. (F LAURIN).

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FAQ

Where is the SESOSTRIS wreck located?

The SESOSTRIS wreck is located at coordinates 58 18.495 N,9 41.002 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SESOSTRIS?

The seabed around the SESOSTRIS lies at approximately 650 meters deep.

When did the SESOSTRIS sink?

The SESOSTRIS sank on Dec 31, 1946.

When was the wreck of the SESOSTRIS discovered?

The wreck of the SESOSTRIS was discovered in 1992.

What country did the SESOSTRIS belong to?

The SESOSTRIS belonged to DE.

What cargo was the SESOSTRIS carrying?

The SESOSTRIS was carrying armament,chemicals.

What was the tonnage of the SESOSTRIS?

The SESOSTRIS had a tonnage of 2013 tons.

What type of wreck is the SESOSTRIS?

The SESOSTRIS is classified as a steam ship.

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