Sneaton Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Sneaton Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		49 5 N,13 5 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.083333
  • Longitude: -13.083333
Water Depth 2900 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SNEATON
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 3677
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 14, 1939
Original Detection Year 1939
Last Detection Year 1987
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Surveying Details

H095/39 5.1.40 H095/39 5.1.40 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 490000N, 120000W. (N.I.D). NO ACTION. 10.7.87 10.7.87 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 490500N, 130500W. (WW2SL & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).

Circumstances of loss

SUNK BY TORPEDO & GUNFIRE FROM U-48. (WW2SL & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).

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FAQ

Where is the SNEATON wreck located?

The SNEATON wreck is located at coordinates 49 5 N,13 5 W.

How deep is the seabed around the SNEATON?

The seabed around the SNEATON lies at approximately 2900 meters deep.

When did the SNEATON sink?

The SNEATON sank on Oct 14, 1939.

When was the wreck of the SNEATON discovered?

The wreck of the SNEATON was discovered in 1939.

What country did the SNEATON belong to?

The SNEATON belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the SNEATON?

The SNEATON had a tonnage of 3677 tons.

What type of wreck is the SNEATON?

The SNEATON is classified as a steam ship.

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