U 27 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
U 27 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 43.03 N,7 22.04 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.717167
  • Longitude: -7.367333
Water Depth 100 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name U 27
Type submarine
Flag DE
Length 64.6 m
Width 6.4 m
Tonnage 867
Tonnage Type displacement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 19, 1915
Original Detection Year 1974
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Nov 2, 2020

Surveying Details

28.6.74 28.6.74 POSN 504300N, 072200W. (U-BOAT INTELLIGENCE - E GILES). NCA. SEP 2020/000263990 29.9.18 NOT LOCATED IN M/B DATASET (2018). (INFOMAR/CV18_03). AMEND DEAD.

Circumstances of loss

SUNK BY Q-SHIP OFF SCILLY ISLES. (U-BOAT INTELLIGENCE-E.GILES).

General Comments

WW1 VESSEL

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Place of Loss: Wicklow, Arklow Bank, Description: German submarine was sunk by gunfire from the Q-ship Baralong. All 37 on board died.

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FAQ

Where is the U 27 wreck located?

The U 27 wreck is located at coordinates 50 43.03 N,7 22.04 W.

How deep is the seabed around the U 27?

The seabed around the U 27 lies at approximately 100 meters deep.

When did the U 27 sink?

The U 27 sank on Aug 19, 1915.

When was the wreck of the U 27 discovered?

The wreck of the U 27 was discovered in 1974.

What country did the U 27 belong to?

The U 27 belonged to DE.

What was the tonnage of the U 27?

The U 27 had a tonnage of 867 tons.

What type of wreck is the U 27?

The U 27 is classified as a submarine.

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