Transit Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Transit Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
58 50 N,9 29 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 58.833333
  • Longitude: 9.483333
Water Depth 21 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name TRANSIT
Type lighter
Tonnage 210
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo natural fibres and materials in general: unprocessed and products,wood: unprocessed and products
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 26, 1929
Original Detection Year 1929
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 1.10.29 1.10.29 SANK WHEN PASSING STROMTANGEN LT. (LL, 1.10.29). POSN 585000N, 092900E FOR FILING ONLY. NCA.
Last Amended Date Apr 15, 2008

Circumstances of loss

1.10.29 VESSEL, SUDDENLY SANK WHEN PASSING STROMTANGEN LT. ON PASSAGE FROM SARPSBORG FOR OSLO. (LL, 1.10.29).

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FAQ

Where is the TRANSIT wreck located?

The TRANSIT wreck is located at coordinates 58 50 N,9 29 E.

How deep is the seabed around the TRANSIT?

The seabed around the TRANSIT lies at approximately 21 meters deep.

When did the TRANSIT sink?

The TRANSIT sank on Sep 26, 1929.

When was the wreck of the TRANSIT discovered?

The wreck of the TRANSIT was discovered in 1929.

What cargo was the TRANSIT carrying?

The TRANSIT was carrying natural fibres and materials in general: unprocessed and products,wood: unprocessed and products.

What was the tonnage of the TRANSIT?

The TRANSIT had a tonnage of 210 tons.

What type of wreck is the TRANSIT?

The TRANSIT is classified as a lighter.