U 1003 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
U 1003 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 25.002 N,6 53.047 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.416700
  • Longitude: -6.884117
Wreck Depth 33 m
Water Depth 45 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name U 1003
Type submarine
Flag DE
Length 67.1 m
Width 6.1 m
Draught 4.9
Tonnage 871
Tonnage Type displacement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 20, 1945
Original Detection Year 1945
Original Source other
Surveying Details NO PREVIOUS RECORD. H2265/73 13.6.73 H2265/73 13.6.73 USCPA 33MTRS SHOWN IN 552500N, 0653000W ON NC 2811. H4107/73 15.8.73 H4107/73 15.8.73 INS ON 2811 & 2798. (MISSED SCALE), - NM 1908/73. 13.2.13 13.2.13 [WGD] POSN: 5525.002N, 0653.047W.
Last Amended Date Feb 13, 2013

Circumstances of loss

SUNK IN COLLISION WITH HMCS NEW GLASGOW.

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FAQ

Where is the U 1003 wreck located?

The U 1003 wreck is located at coordinates 55 25.002 N,6 53.047 W.

How deep is the U 1003 and where exactly is it located?

The U 1003 lies at a depth of about 33 meters and is located at coordinates 55 25.002 N,6 53.047 W.

How deep is the seabed around the U 1003?

The seabed around the U 1003 lies at approximately 45 meters deep.

When did the U 1003 sink?

The U 1003 sank on Mar 20, 1945.

When was the wreck of the U 1003 discovered?

The wreck of the U 1003 was discovered in 1945.

What country did the U 1003 belong to?

The U 1003 belonged to DE.

What was the tonnage of the U 1003?

The U 1003 had a tonnage of 871 tons.

What type of wreck is the U 1003?

The U 1003 is classified as a submarine.

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