Westland Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Westland Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 46.95 N,4 19.987 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.782500
  • Longitude: 4.333117
Water Depth 40 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name WESTLAND
Type steam ship
Flag DE
Length 76.2 m
Width 11 m
Draught 4.9
Tonnage 1259
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 23, 1943
Original Detection Year 1943
Last Detection Year 2018
Original Source other
Surveying Details 14.7.89 UNCHARTED RECORD IN 534700N, 042004E. NAME GIVEN AS WESTLAND. (NETHERLANDS WK RECORDS - JAN'88 EDN - NO.L5 135). NCA.
Last Amended Date Nov 4, 2018

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1926 BY JAN SMIT. A FORMER DUTCH SHIP TAKEN OVER THE GERMANS. TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 304NHP. STRUCK & MINE & SANK N OF TERSCHELLING. (DODS).

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FAQ

Where is the WESTLAND wreck located?

The WESTLAND wreck is located at coordinates 53 46.95 N,4 19.987 E.

How deep is the seabed around the WESTLAND?

The seabed around the WESTLAND lies at approximately 40 meters deep.

When did the WESTLAND sink?

The WESTLAND sank on May 23, 1943.

When was the wreck of the WESTLAND discovered?

The wreck of the WESTLAND was discovered in 1943.

What country did the WESTLAND belong to?

The WESTLAND belonged to DE.

What was the tonnage of the WESTLAND?

The WESTLAND had a tonnage of 1259 tons.

What type of wreck is the WESTLAND?

The WESTLAND is classified as a steam ship.

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