Slyvan Arrow Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Slyvan arrow Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		12 50 N,67 40 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 12.833333
  • Longitude: -67.666667
Water Depth 3600 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SLYVAN ARROW
Type tanker
Flag PA
Tonnage 7797
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo oil
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 28, 1942
Original Detection Year 1942
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Surveying Details 1.8.91 POSN GIVEN AS 112500N, 621800W. (WW2SL, AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES). POSN OF SHIP WHEN ATTACKED GIVEN AS 112200N, 621400W, TAKEN IN TOW & SANK IN 125000N, 674000W IN 70FMS. (LL WW2). NCA.
Last Amended Date Jun 12, 2009

Circumstances of loss

20.5.42 PASSAGE CURACAO FOR TABLE BAY. TORPEDOED BY U 155 ON 20.5.42. TAKEN IN TOW BY HM SHIP BUT SANK 8 DAYS LATER . (LL WW2, AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).

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FAQ

Where is the SLYVAN ARROW wreck located?

The SLYVAN ARROW wreck is located at coordinates 12 50 N,67 40 W.

How deep is the seabed around the SLYVAN ARROW?

The seabed around the SLYVAN ARROW lies at approximately 3600 meters deep.

When did the SLYVAN ARROW sink?

The SLYVAN ARROW sank on May 28, 1942.

When was the wreck of the SLYVAN ARROW discovered?

The wreck of the SLYVAN ARROW was discovered in 1942.

What country did the SLYVAN ARROW belong to?

The SLYVAN ARROW belonged to PA.

What cargo was the SLYVAN ARROW carrying?

The SLYVAN ARROW was carrying oil.

What was the tonnage of the SLYVAN ARROW?

The SLYVAN ARROW had a tonnage of 7797 tons.

What type of wreck is the SLYVAN ARROW?

The SLYVAN ARROW is classified as a tanker.

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