Stancor Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Stancor Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		58 48 N,8 45 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 58.800000
  • Longitude: -8.750000
Water Depth 1400 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name STANCOR
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 798
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo fish
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 5, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 1991
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Surveying Details H01001/40 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 584800N, 084500W APPROX [UND]. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). 2.5.91 SINKING POSN AS ABOVE. (WW2SL, LL WW2, AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES). NCA, FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE REYKJAVIK FOR FLEETWOOD. CAPTURED AND SUNK BY GUNFIRE FROM U-48. CREW OF 19 RECOVERED. (WW2SL, LL WW2, AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).

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FAQ

Where is the STANCOR wreck located?

The STANCOR wreck is located at coordinates 58 48 N,8 45 W.

How deep is the seabed around the STANCOR?

The seabed around the STANCOR lies at approximately 1400 meters deep.

When did the STANCOR sink?

The STANCOR sank on Jun 5, 1940.

When was the wreck of the STANCOR discovered?

The wreck of the STANCOR was discovered in 1940.

What country did the STANCOR belong to?

The STANCOR belonged to GB.

What cargo was the STANCOR carrying?

The STANCOR was carrying fish.

What was the tonnage of the STANCOR?

The STANCOR had a tonnage of 798 tons.

What type of wreck is the STANCOR?

The STANCOR is classified as a steam ship.

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