Triton Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Triton Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		37 29.93 N,24 29.96 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 37.498833
  • Longitude: 24.499333
Water Depth 270 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name TRITON
Type submarine
Flag GR
Tonnage 718
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 15, 1942
Original Detection Year 1942
Last Detection Year 2017
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Surveying Details 1.8.78 SUNK IN AEGEAN SEA, IN 380000N, 243000E APPROX. (ALLIED WARSHIP CASUALTIES MED, FEB 1952). NCA, TOO DEEP & POSN TO VAGUE TO CHART.
Last Amended Date Oct 12, 2017

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT IN 1928. REPORTED RAMMED BY AXIS DESTROYER NEAR ISLAND OF ANDROS. (LLOYDS WWII LOSSES). 16.11.1942 SUNK BY ENEMY ANTI-SUBMARINE VESSEL, BY DEPTH CHARGE & BY RAMMING, WHILST ON PATROL IN AEGEAN SEA ON 16.11.1942. (ALLIED WARSHIP CASUALTIES MED, FEB. 1952).

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FAQ

Where is the TRITON wreck located?

The TRITON wreck is located at coordinates 37 29.93 N,24 29.96 E.

How deep is the seabed around the TRITON?

The seabed around the TRITON lies at approximately 270 meters deep.

When did the TRITON sink?

The TRITON sank on May 15, 1942.

When was the wreck of the TRITON discovered?

The wreck of the TRITON was discovered in 1942.

What country did the TRITON belong to?

The TRITON belonged to GR.

What was the tonnage of the TRITON?

The TRITON had a tonnage of 718 tons.

What type of wreck is the TRITON?

The TRITON is classified as a submarine.

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