Snefjeld Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Snefjeld Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		57 28 N,11 10 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 57.466667
  • Longitude: -11.166667
Water Depth 550 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SNEFJELD
Type steam ship
Flag NO
Tonnage 1644
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo timber
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 19, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Original Source other
Surveying Details H01001/40 H01001/40 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 572800N, 111000W. 30.7.87 30.7.87 SINKING POSN AS ABOVE PLOTS IN APPROX 550MTRS. (WW2SL, AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES, LL WW2). NCA.
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED & SUNK BY GERMAN SUBMARINE U 99, WHILST IN CONVOY EN-ROUTE CARAQUET TO LONDON.

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FAQ

Where is the SNEFJELD wreck located?

The SNEFJELD wreck is located at coordinates 57 28 N,11 10 W.

How deep is the seabed around the SNEFJELD?

The seabed around the SNEFJELD lies at approximately 550 meters deep.

When did the SNEFJELD sink?

The SNEFJELD sank on Oct 19, 1940.

When was the wreck of the SNEFJELD discovered?

The wreck of the SNEFJELD was discovered in 1940.

What country did the SNEFJELD belong to?

The SNEFJELD belonged to NO.

What cargo was the SNEFJELD carrying?

The SNEFJELD was carrying timber.

What was the tonnage of the SNEFJELD?

The SNEFJELD had a tonnage of 1644 tons.

What type of wreck is the SNEFJELD?

The SNEFJELD is classified as a steam ship.

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