Uc 26 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Uc 26 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
51 4.04 N,1 39.9 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.067333
  • Longitude: 1.665000
Water Depth 36 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name UC 26
Type submarine
Flag DE
Length 52.7 m
Width 5.2 m
Tonnage 511
Tonnage Type displacement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 9, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 1970
Original Source naval vessel
Surveying Details SUNK IN APPROX 510400N, 014000E. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). NCA. POSN FOR FILING ONLY. H4667/70 31.12.70 NO TRACE FOUND BY EXTENSIVE E/S OR SONAR SEARCH. (HMS BULLDOG, H525 NO.24/70 4.11.70). AMENDED TO DEAD. [SEE ALSO WK [13546] IN 510400N, 014047E].
Last Amended Date Oct 16, 2000

Circumstances of loss

RAMMED AND DEPTH CHARGED BY 3 DESTROYERS, HMS MIRANDA, HMS MILNE & HMS MENTOR.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 51 4.04 N,1 39.9 E
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FAQ

Where is the UC 26 wreck located?

The UC 26 wreck is located at coordinates 51 4.04 N,1 39.9 E.

How deep is the seabed around the UC 26?

The seabed around the UC 26 lies at approximately 36 meters deep.

When did the UC 26 sink?

The UC 26 sank on May 9, 1917.

When was the wreck of the UC 26 discovered?

The wreck of the UC 26 was discovered in 1917.

What country did the UC 26 belong to?

The UC 26 belonged to DE.

What was the tonnage of the UC 26?

The UC 26 had a tonnage of 511 tons.

What type of wreck is the UC 26?

The UC 26 is classified as a submarine.