Vermont Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Vermont Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		48 1 N,17 22 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 48.016667
  • Longitude: -17.366667
Water Depth 4100 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name VERMONT
Type steam ship
Flag FR
Length 125.6 m
Width 15.8 m
Draught 7.6
Tonnage 5186
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 15, 1939
Original Detection Year 1939
Last Detection Year 1987
Original Source unknown
Surveying Details SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 480100N, 165500N. (NO AUTHORITY STATED). NO ACTION. 10.7.87 10.7.87 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 480100N, 172200W. (WW2SL & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).
Last Amended Date Jul 2, 2003

Circumstances of loss

SUNK BY GUNFIRE & SCUTTLING CHARGES BY U-37. (WW2SL & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).

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FAQ

Where is the VERMONT wreck located?

The VERMONT wreck is located at coordinates 48 1 N,17 22 W.

How deep is the seabed around the VERMONT?

The seabed around the VERMONT lies at approximately 4100 meters deep.

When did the VERMONT sink?

The VERMONT sank on Oct 15, 1939.

When was the wreck of the VERMONT discovered?

The wreck of the VERMONT was discovered in 1939.

What country did the VERMONT belong to?

The VERMONT belonged to FR.

What was the tonnage of the VERMONT?

The VERMONT had a tonnage of 5186 tons.

What type of wreck is the VERMONT?

The VERMONT is classified as a steam ship.

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