U 390 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
U 390 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		49 51.94 N,0 52.08 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.865667
  • Longitude: -0.868000
Water Depth 43 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name U 390
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 Jul 5, 1944
Original Detection Year 1944
Last Detection Year 1944
Original Source unknown
Surveying Details H03737/44 10.11.44 H03737/44 10.11.44 CHART AS NDW IN 495200N, 005200W. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). R/P. H03737/44 12.12.44 H03737/44 12.12.44 DELETE. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). - FNM 2719/44. 15.6.82 15.6.82 SHOWN AS NDW PA IN 495200N, 005200W ON FRENCH 6614D [1979 EDN]. NE 2613. 6.11.00 6.11.00 RECORD STATE NOTED AS DEAD. NOT SHOWN ON BA CHARTS. NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

SUNK BY DEPTH CHARGES FROM 'HMS WANDERER' & 'HMS TAVY'.

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FAQ

Where is the U 390 wreck located?

The U 390 wreck is located at coordinates 49 51.94 N,0 52.08 W.

How deep is the seabed around the U 390?

The seabed around the U 390 lies at approximately 43 meters deep.

When did the U 390 sink?

The U 390 sank on Jul 5, 1944.

When was the wreck of the U 390 discovered?

The wreck of the U 390 was discovered in 1944.

What country did the U 390 belong to?

The U 390 belonged to DE.

What was the tonnage of the U 390?

The U 390 had a tonnage of 871 tons.

What type of wreck is the U 390?

The U 390 is classified as a submarine.

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