Snestad Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Snestad Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		58 40 N,13 40 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 58.666667
  • Longitude: -13.666667
Water Depth 1200 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SNESTAD
Type motor vessel
Flag NO
Length 114.9 m
Width 16.5 m
Draught 7
Tonnage 4114
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 11, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Original Source other
Surveying Details H1819/40 12.6.40 H1819/40 12.6.40 SANK IN 584000N, 134000W APPROX.
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1926 BY KOCKUMS MEK VAERKS. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY SKINS A/S SNESTAD (A F KLAVENESS & CO A/S). OIL ENGINE OF 439NHP. PASSAGE BERGEN FOR PHILADELPHIA. TORPEDOED AND SUNK BY U-BOAT. 2 MEN LOST. (DODS).

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FAQ

Where is the SNESTAD wreck located?

The SNESTAD wreck is located at coordinates 58 40 N,13 40 W.

How deep is the seabed around the SNESTAD?

The seabed around the SNESTAD lies at approximately 1200 meters deep.

When did the SNESTAD sink?

The SNESTAD sank on Feb 11, 1940.

When was the wreck of the SNESTAD discovered?

The wreck of the SNESTAD was discovered in 1940.

What country did the SNESTAD belong to?

The SNESTAD belonged to NO.

What cargo was the SNESTAD carrying?

The SNESTAD was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the SNESTAD?

The SNESTAD had a tonnage of 4114 tons.

What type of wreck is the SNESTAD?

The SNESTAD is classified as a motor vessel.

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