U 312 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
U 312 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 34.99 N,7 54.06 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.583167
  • Longitude: -7.901000
Water Depth 70 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name U 312
Type submarine
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
Original Detection Year 1946
Last Detection Year 1973
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Mar 16, 2005

Surveying Details

H0573/46 H0573/46 [NO DATE] TWO U-BOATS SUNK IN 553500N, 075400W [OGB]. (DEADLIGHT). 18.8.53 18.8.53 SHOWN AS NDW. BA F6629. H2265/73 13.6.73 H2265/73 13.6.73 SHOWN AS WK USC PA 65MTRS. (TONNAGE KNOWN) NC 2811. H4887/74 20.1.75 H4887/74 20.1.75 AMEND WK USC PA 60MTRS. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED) - NM 210/75. H2175/81 9.1.81 H2175/81 9.1.81 NOTHING FOUND IN THIS POSITION DURING AREA SONAR SEARCH. (HMS HYDRA, HI 21/79-80. [K8529/5]). AMENDED TO DEAD. DELETE. BR STD.

Circumstances of loss

SUNK DURING OPERATION DEADLIGHT.

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FAQ

Where is the U 312 wreck located?

The U 312 wreck is located at coordinates 55 34.99 N,7 54.06 W.

How deep is the seabed around the U 312?

The seabed around the U 312 lies at approximately 70 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the U 312 discovered?

The wreck of the U 312 was discovered in 1946.

What was the tonnage of the U 312?

The U 312 had a tonnage of 871 tons.

What type of wreck is the U 312?

The U 312 is classified as a submarine.

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