U 99 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
U 99 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		57 59.96 N,2 59.91 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 57.999333
  • Longitude: 2.998500
Water Depth 60 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name U 99
Type submarine
Flag DE
Length 67.7 m
Width 6.4 m
Tonnage 952
Tonnage Type displacement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 7, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 2016
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Surveying Details 4.7.74 SUNK IN POSN 580000N, 030000E. (U-BOAT INTELLIGENCE, E.GILES). NCA.
Last Amended Date Jan 17, 2017

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED AND SUNK BY BRITISH SUBMARINE J2.

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FAQ

Where is the U 99 wreck located?

The U 99 wreck is located at coordinates 57 59.96 N,2 59.91 E.

How deep is the seabed around the U 99?

The seabed around the U 99 lies at approximately 60 meters deep.

When did the U 99 sink?

The U 99 sank on Jul 7, 1917.

When was the wreck of the U 99 discovered?

The wreck of the U 99 was discovered in 1917.

What country did the U 99 belong to?

The U 99 belonged to DE.

What was the tonnage of the U 99?

The U 99 had a tonnage of 952 tons.

What type of wreck is the U 99?

The U 99 is classified as a submarine.

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