Shirak Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Shirak Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		57 0 N,16 35 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 57.000000
  • Longitude: -16.583333
Water Depth 950 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SHIRAK
Type tanker
Flag GB
Tonnage 6023
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 19, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 1987
Original Source other
Surveying Details SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 570000N, 163500W. 31.7.87 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS ABOVE. (WW2SL & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).
Last Amended Date Oct 5, 2004

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED & SUNK BY U-47 & U-48. (AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).

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FAQ

Where is the SHIRAK wreck located?

The SHIRAK wreck is located at coordinates 57 0 N,16 35 W.

How deep is the seabed around the SHIRAK?

The seabed around the SHIRAK lies at approximately 950 meters deep.

When did the SHIRAK sink?

The SHIRAK sank on Oct 19, 1940.

When was the wreck of the SHIRAK discovered?

The wreck of the SHIRAK was discovered in 1940.

What country did the SHIRAK belong to?

The SHIRAK belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the SHIRAK?

The SHIRAK had a tonnage of 6023 tons.

What type of wreck is the SHIRAK?

The SHIRAK is classified as a tanker.

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