Sydfold (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Sydfold (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
58 41.627 N,0 33.933 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 58.693783
  • Longitude: -0.565550
Water Depth 130 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SYDFOLD (POSSIBLY)
Type steam ship
Flag NO
Length 87.5 m
Width 13.7 m
Draught 6.1
Tonnage 2434
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 22, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 1977
Original Source national HO/authority wreck information
Surveying Details 12.6.40 SANK IN 584000N, 003000E APPROX. (NORWEGIAN WW2 REGISTER OF LOSSES). H1819/40 21.8.40 SANK OFF SCOTLAND. H1290/77 26.1.77 WRECKAGE IN 584140N, 003350W. - FNM ACTION.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1918 BY JSMIT, JR. TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 300 NHP. PASSAGE CHRISTIANSAND FOR TYNE. TORPEDOED AND SUNK BY U-BOAT. FIVE CREW LOST. (DODS).

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FAQ

Where is the SYDFOLD (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The SYDFOLD (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 58 41.627 N,0 33.933 W.

How deep is the seabed around the SYDFOLD (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the SYDFOLD (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 130 meters deep.

When did the SYDFOLD (POSSIBLY) sink?

The SYDFOLD (POSSIBLY) sank on Jan 22, 1940.

When was the wreck of the SYDFOLD (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the SYDFOLD (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1940.

What country did the SYDFOLD (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The SYDFOLD (POSSIBLY) belonged to NO.

What was the tonnage of the SYDFOLD (POSSIBLY)?

The SYDFOLD (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 2434 tons.

What type of wreck is the SYDFOLD (POSSIBLY)?

The SYDFOLD (POSSIBLY) is classified as a steam ship.