Astoria Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Astoria Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		71 55 N,28 30 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 71.916667
  • Longitude: 28.500000
Water Depth 290 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ASTORIA
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 109.7 m
Width 14.6 m
Draught 6.1
Tonnage 4262
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo armament,metal: concentrate and products
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 9, 1916
Original Detection Year 1916
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 26.4.77 VESSEL SUNK IN 715500N, 283000E APPROX. (LLOYDS WAR LOSSES). NC F6160. NCA.
Last Amended Date Jul 17, 2019

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT 1901, WAS TORPEDOED AND SUNK BY GERMAN SUBMARINE 120M NW BY W OF VARDO, NORWAY. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY BEAVER SHIPPING CO. (DODS, LLOYDS WAR LOSSES WWI).

General Comments

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FAQ

Where is the ASTORIA wreck located?

The ASTORIA wreck is located at coordinates 71 55 N,28 30 E.

How deep is the seabed around the ASTORIA?

The seabed around the ASTORIA lies at approximately 290 meters deep.

When did the ASTORIA sink?

The ASTORIA sank on Oct 9, 1916.

When was the wreck of the ASTORIA discovered?

The wreck of the ASTORIA was discovered in 1916.

What country did the ASTORIA belong to?

The ASTORIA belonged to GB.

What cargo was the ASTORIA carrying?

The ASTORIA was carrying armament,metal: concentrate and products.

What was the tonnage of the ASTORIA?

The ASTORIA had a tonnage of 4262 tons.

What type of wreck is the ASTORIA?

The ASTORIA is classified as a steam ship.

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