Ub 39 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Ub 39 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 20.037 N,1 20.085 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.333950
  • Longitude: -1.334750
Wreck Depth 36 m
Water Depth 47 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name UB 39
Type submarine
Flag DE
Length 36.9 m
Width 4.3 m
Tonnage 305
Tonnage Type displacement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 17, 1917
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 2002
Original Source naval vessel
Surveying Details 3.12.75 NOW CHARTED AS USC PA 20FMS IN 502000N, 012000W [OGB]. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). NE 2649. 11.8.77 NOW CHARTED AS USC PA 36.0MTRS. NC 2450. HH090/962/01 12.12.02 NOT LOCATED, DISPROVED. (GARDLINE, HI 962). AMENDED DEAD. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Dec 12, 2002

Circumstances of loss

SUNK BY GUNFIRE FROM Q-SHIP 'GLEN'.

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FAQ

Where is the UB 39 wreck located?

The UB 39 wreck is located at coordinates 50 20.037 N,1 20.085 W.

How deep is the UB 39 and where exactly is it located?

The UB 39 lies at a depth of about 36 meters and is located at coordinates 50 20.037 N,1 20.085 W.

How deep is the seabed around the UB 39?

The seabed around the UB 39 lies at approximately 47 meters deep.

When did the UB 39 sink?

The UB 39 sank on May 17, 1917.

When was the wreck of the UB 39 discovered?

The wreck of the UB 39 was discovered in 1917.

What country did the UB 39 belong to?

The UB 39 belonged to DE.

What was the tonnage of the UB 39?

The UB 39 had a tonnage of 305 tons.

What type of wreck is the UB 39?

The UB 39 is classified as a submarine.

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