Varanger Wreck

Field Value
Varanger Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		39 0.500 N,74 5.000 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 39.008330
  • Longitude: -74.083330
Reported Year 1942
Name VARANGER
Type tanker
Flag Norway
Length 143.3 m
Width 18.3 m
Draught 10.2
Tonnage 9305
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo 10,000 tons oil
Date Sunk Jan 24, 1942

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED; WAR LOSS

General Comments

Owner: Westfal Larsen & Co, Year Built: 1925, Where Built: Amsterdam, Netherland, Construction: Steel, Home Port: Bergen, Norway, Departure Port: Curacao, Destination Port: New York, NY, Master: Carl Horne, Crew: 42, Lives Lost: 0, Misc Information: #238

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FAQ

Where is the VARANGER wreck located?

The VARANGER wreck is located at coordinates 39 0.500 N,74 5.000 W.

When did the VARANGER sink?

The VARANGER sank on Jan 24, 1942.

What country did the VARANGER belong to?

The VARANGER belonged to Norway.

What cargo was the VARANGER carrying?

The VARANGER was carrying 10,000 tons oil.

What was the tonnage of the VARANGER?

The VARANGER had a tonnage of 9305 tons.

What type of wreck is the VARANGER?

The VARANGER is classified as a tanker.

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