Anadyr Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Anadyr Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		10 55 S,27 30 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -10.916667
  • Longitude: -27.500000
Water Depth 5500 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ANADYR
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 125.8 m
Width 16.9 m
Draught 7.9
Tonnage 5321
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods,personnel
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 6, 1944
Original Detection Year 1944
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 19.9.72 19.9.72 WK IN 105500S, 273000W. (LLWW2). NCA, POSN FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Sep 17, 2010

Circumstances of loss

COMPLETED IN 1930 AS BRITISH REDSEA, BY NORTHUMBERLAND S.B. CO WITH QUADRUPLE- EXPANSION ENGINES. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY MINISTRY OF WAR TRANSPORT. PASSAGE NEW YORK & TRINIDAD FOR TABLE BAY & PORT ELIZABETH. TORPEDOED BY GERMAN U129 & SANK. 6 CREW LOST. (WRECKSITE.EU, DODS & LLWW2)

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FAQ

Where is the ANADYR wreck located?

The ANADYR wreck is located at coordinates 10 55 S,27 30 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ANADYR?

The seabed around the ANADYR lies at approximately 5500 meters deep.

When did the ANADYR sink?

The ANADYR sank on May 6, 1944.

When was the wreck of the ANADYR discovered?

The wreck of the ANADYR was discovered in 1944.

What country did the ANADYR belong to?

The ANADYR belonged to GB.

What cargo was the ANADYR carrying?

The ANADYR was carrying general and mixed goods,personnel.

What was the tonnage of the ANADYR?

The ANADYR had a tonnage of 5321 tons.

What type of wreck is the ANADYR?

The ANADYR is classified as a steam ship.

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