Tiiu Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Tiiu Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 20.03 N,12 0.04 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.333833
  • Longitude: -12.000667
Water Depth 2100 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name TIIU
Type steam ship
Flag EE
Tonnage 1865
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 9, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 1987
Original Source unknown
Surveying Details H01001/40 H01001/40 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 502000N 121200W. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). 6.7.87 6.7.87 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 502000N 120000W. (WW2SL & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES). - NCA - PLOTS IN OVER 2000 MTRS.
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED & SUNK BY GERMAN SUBMARINE U-34. (WW2SL & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).

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FAQ

Where is the TIIU wreck located?

The TIIU wreck is located at coordinates 50 20.03 N,12 0.04 W.

How deep is the seabed around the TIIU?

The seabed around the TIIU lies at approximately 2100 meters deep.

When did the TIIU sink?

The TIIU sank on Jul 9, 1940.

When was the wreck of the TIIU discovered?

The wreck of the TIIU was discovered in 1940.

What country did the TIIU belong to?

The TIIU belonged to EE.

What was the tonnage of the TIIU?

The TIIU had a tonnage of 1865 tons.

What type of wreck is the TIIU?

The TIIU is classified as a steam ship.

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