A D Huff Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
A d huff Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
47 12 N,40 13 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 47.200000
  • Longitude: -40.216667
Water Depth 4400 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name A D HUFF
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 6219
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 22, 1941
Original Detection Year 1941
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H01001/40 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 471200N, 401300W. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). POSN AGREES IN LL WW2. NCA.
Last Amended Date Oct 19, 2004

Circumstances of loss

SHELLED AND SUNK BY GERMAN RAIDER GNEISENAU 626 MILES OFF CAPE RACE. PASSAGE LONDON FOR ST JOHN'S. (LL WW2).

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FAQ

Where is the A D HUFF wreck located?

The A D HUFF wreck is located at coordinates 47 12 N,40 13 W.

How deep is the seabed around the A D HUFF?

The seabed around the A D HUFF lies at approximately 4400 meters deep.

When did the A D HUFF sink?

The A D HUFF sank on Feb 22, 1941.

When was the wreck of the A D HUFF discovered?

The wreck of the A D HUFF was discovered in 1941.

What country did the A D HUFF belong to?

The A D HUFF belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the A D HUFF?

The A D HUFF had a tonnage of 6219 tons.

What type of wreck is the A D HUFF?

The A D HUFF is classified as a steam ship.