Sunlong Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Sunlong Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		57 54.827 N,4 39.743 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 57.913783
  • Longitude: 4.662383
Water Depth 98 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SUNLONG
Type steam ship
Flag NO
Tonnage 7258
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ore
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 27, 1956
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1956
Last Detection Year 2016
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Jan 17, 2017

Surveying Details

H356/57 4.9.57 SANK IN 575500N, 044000E APPROX. (LL & WICK RADIO). INS AS NDW PA. BR STD. H356/57 28.9.68 SHOWN AS NDW PA IN 575452N, 043950E [EUR] ON NORWEGIAN 306. AMEND POSN. BR STD. 7.3.05 WGD POSN: 5754.827N, 0439.743E. NE 275.

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE NARVIK FOR THE NETHERLANDS.

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FAQ

Where is the SUNLONG wreck located?

The SUNLONG wreck is located at coordinates 57 54.827 N,4 39.743 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SUNLONG?

The seabed around the SUNLONG lies at approximately 98 meters deep.

When did the SUNLONG sink?

The SUNLONG sank on Dec 27, 1956.

When was the wreck of the SUNLONG discovered?

The wreck of the SUNLONG was discovered in 1956.

What country did the SUNLONG belong to?

The SUNLONG belonged to NO.

What cargo was the SUNLONG carrying?

The SUNLONG was carrying ore.

What was the tonnage of the SUNLONG?

The SUNLONG had a tonnage of 7258 tons.

What type of wreck is the SUNLONG?

The SUNLONG is classified as a steam ship.

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