Arthur F Corwin Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Wreck Category |
non-dangerous wreck |
Arthur f corwin Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
|
60 25 N,17 11 W |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
|
- Latitude: 60.416667
- Longitude: -17.183333
|
| Water Depth |
2550 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
always under water/submerged |
| Vertical Datum |
Lowest Astronomical Tide |
| Name |
ARTHUR F CORWIN |
|
Type
|
tanker
|
| Flag |
GB |
| Length |
149.4 m |
| Width |
21.3 m |
| Draught |
11.3 |
| Tonnage |
10516 |
| Tonnage Type |
gross |
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Date Sunk |
Feb 13, 1941
|
| Original Detection Year |
1941 |
| Original Source |
other |
| Last Amended Date |
Feb 18, 2005 |
Simplified Wreck Survey
The shipwreck of the Arthur F Corwin is located at coordinates 60 25 N, 17 11 W in the North Atlantic Ocean, approximately 200 miles due north of Rockall. Historical records indicate the vessel sank at this position, which currently lies at a depth of over 2500 meters. The wreck site is associated with World War II shipping losses and Axis submarine successes. Given the extreme depth, the structure is subject to deep-sea conditions in the open North Atlantic. This underwater obstruction remains documented in hydrographic records for maritime safety and historical survey purposes.
Surveying Details
H01001/40 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 602500N, 171100W. 23.7.87 SINKING POSN AS ABOVE. PLOTS IN OVER 2500MTRS. (WW2SL & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES). SUNK 200 MILES DUE N OF ROCKALL. (DODS).
Circumstances of loss
BUILT IN 1938 BY BLOHM & VOSS. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY ORIENTAL TANKERS. OIL ENGINE OF 912BHP FOR 12 KNOTS. TORPEDOED BY U-126 & U-96. CREW LOST. (DODS & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).
WRECK MAP LOADING ...
60 25 N,17 11 W
Arthur F Corwin on Wreck Map
Arthur F Corwin Wreck on Google Map
FAQ
Where is the ARTHUR F CORWIN wreck located?
The ARTHUR F CORWIN wreck is located at coordinates 60 25 N,17 11 W.
How deep is the seabed around the ARTHUR F CORWIN?
The seabed around the ARTHUR F CORWIN lies at approximately 2550 meters deep.
When did the ARTHUR F CORWIN sink?
The ARTHUR F CORWIN sank on Feb 13, 1941.
When was the wreck of the ARTHUR F CORWIN discovered?
The wreck of the ARTHUR F CORWIN was discovered in 1941.
What country did the ARTHUR F CORWIN belong to?
The ARTHUR F CORWIN belonged to GB.
What was the tonnage of the ARTHUR F CORWIN?
The ARTHUR F CORWIN had a tonnage of 10516 tons.
What type of wreck is the ARTHUR F CORWIN?
The ARTHUR F CORWIN is classified as a tanker.