U 905 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
U 905 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		59 41.967 N,4 55.084 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 59.699450
  • Longitude: -4.918067
Water Depth 125 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name U 905
Type submarine
Flag DE
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 20, 1945
Original Detection Year 1945
Last Detection Year 1976
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Surveying Details SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 43M NW OF ORKNEYS (GERMAN SUBMARINES VOL. 2). NCA. 22.2.80 NDW PA IN 594200N, 045500W. (US P/O DTD 16.10.76). NCA, POSN TOO VAGUE TO CHART.
Last Amended Date Jun 23, 2004

Circumstances of loss

DEPTH CHARGED BY RAF AIRCRAFT OF 86 SQUADRON 43M NW OF ORKNEYS. (GERMAN SUBMARINES VOL.2).

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FAQ

Where is the U 905 wreck located?

The U 905 wreck is located at coordinates 59 41.967 N,4 55.084 W.

How deep is the seabed around the U 905?

The seabed around the U 905 lies at approximately 125 meters deep.

When did the U 905 sink?

The U 905 sank on Mar 20, 1945.

When was the wreck of the U 905 discovered?

The wreck of the U 905 was discovered in 1945.

What country did the U 905 belong to?

The U 905 belonged to DE.

What type of wreck is the U 905?

The U 905 is classified as a submarine.

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