Siris Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Siris Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		31 20 N,24 48 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 31.333333
  • Longitude: -24.800000
Water Depth 5000 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SIRIS
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 125.6 m
Width 15.8 m
Draught 9.4
Tonnage 5030
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 12, 1942
Original Detection Year 1942
Original Source national HO/authority charts
Surveying Details [NO DATE] WRECK IN 312000N, 244800W. (WARTIME STANDARD SHIPS VOL.3). NCA, POSN FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Jul 2, 2010

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1919 BY HARLAND & WOLFF LTD. (CAIRD & CO. LTD) GREENOCK. PASSAGE HULL & OBAN FOR RIO JANEIRO & RIVER PLATE. SUNK BY TORPEDO AND GUNFIRE FROM GERMAN SUBMARINE U201. 3 OF 55 CREW LOST. (AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES & LLWW2)

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FAQ

Where is the SIRIS wreck located?

The SIRIS wreck is located at coordinates 31 20 N,24 48 W.

How deep is the seabed around the SIRIS?

The seabed around the SIRIS lies at approximately 5000 meters deep.

When did the SIRIS sink?

The SIRIS sank on Jul 12, 1942.

When was the wreck of the SIRIS discovered?

The wreck of the SIRIS was discovered in 1942.

What country did the SIRIS belong to?

The SIRIS belonged to GB.

What cargo was the SIRIS carrying?

The SIRIS was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the SIRIS?

The SIRIS had a tonnage of 5030 tons.

What type of wreck is the SIRIS?

The SIRIS is classified as a steam ship.

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