Truro Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Truro Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
58 19.96 N,1 59.91 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 58.332667
  • Longitude: 1.998500
Water Depth 80 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name TRURO
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 974
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods,coal,ore,foodstuffs: solid
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 15, 1939
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1939
Last Detection Year 2016
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Surveying Details H034/39 H034/39 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 582000N, 020000E. (LLWW2). 13.5.76 13.5.76 INS AS NDW PA. NC 274. SEP 2016/000198341 17.10.16 NOT SHOWN ON NORWEGIAN 306 [ED JUNE 2016, COR 15.7.15]. AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date Oct 17, 2016

Circumstances of loss

SUNK BY TORPEDO & GUNFIRE FROM SUBMARINE. PASSAGE HULL & TYNE FOR TRONDHEIM. (LL WW2).

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FAQ

Where is the TRURO wreck located?

The TRURO wreck is located at coordinates 58 19.96 N,1 59.91 E.

How deep is the seabed around the TRURO?

The seabed around the TRURO lies at approximately 80 meters deep.

When did the TRURO sink?

The TRURO sank on Sep 15, 1939.

When was the wreck of the TRURO discovered?

The wreck of the TRURO was discovered in 1939.

What country did the TRURO belong to?

The TRURO belonged to GB.

What cargo was the TRURO carrying?

The TRURO was carrying general and mixed goods,coal,ore,foodstuffs: solid.

What was the tonnage of the TRURO?

The TRURO had a tonnage of 974 tons.

What type of wreck is the TRURO?

The TRURO is classified as a steam ship.