Sitala Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Sitala Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 42 N,16 48 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.700000
  • Longitude: -16.800000
Water Depth 450 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SITALA
Type tanker
Flag GB
Tonnage 6128
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 19, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Last Amended Date Oct 7, 2004

Surveying Details

6.8.87 6.8.87 SUNK 150 MILES SW OF ROCKALL, GIVES POSN APPROX 554200N 164800W IN APPROX 450 MTRS. (WW2SL & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED BY U-100. (AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).

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FAQ

Where is the SITALA wreck located?

The SITALA wreck is located at coordinates 55 42 N,16 48 W.

How deep is the seabed around the SITALA?

The seabed around the SITALA lies at approximately 450 meters deep.

When did the SITALA sink?

The SITALA sank on Oct 19, 1940.

When was the wreck of the SITALA discovered?

The wreck of the SITALA was discovered in 1940.

What country did the SITALA belong to?

The SITALA belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the SITALA?

The SITALA had a tonnage of 6128 tons.

What type of wreck is the SITALA?

The SITALA is classified as a tanker.

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