Ben Veg Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Ben veg Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		54 32.506 N,4 27.072 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 54.541767
  • Longitude: -4.451200
Water Depth 36 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BEN VEG
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 29 m
Width 5.8 m
Draught 2.7
Tonnage 159
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 22, 1941
Original Detection Year 1941
Last Detection Year 1999
Original Source other
Surveying Details COLLISION TOOK PLACE 8 MILES N OF THE POINT OF AYRE, ILSE OF MAN. (A CORKILL). POSN 543230N, 042700W FOR FILING ONLY. 14.6.99 14.6.99 AMENDED TO DEAD. NCA. SEE [57425].
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

WAS IN COLLISION WITH ANOTHER VESSEL WHEN PART OF A NORTHWARD BOUND CONVOY. WAS ABANDONED AND SANK.

General Comments

SEE [57425]

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FAQ

Where is the BEN VEG wreck located?

The BEN VEG wreck is located at coordinates 54 32.506 N,4 27.072 W.

How deep is the seabed around the BEN VEG?

The seabed around the BEN VEG lies at approximately 36 meters deep.

When did the BEN VEG sink?

The BEN VEG sank on May 22, 1941.

When was the wreck of the BEN VEG discovered?

The wreck of the BEN VEG was discovered in 1941.

What country did the BEN VEG belong to?

The BEN VEG belonged to GB.

What cargo was the BEN VEG carrying?

The BEN VEG was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the BEN VEG?

The BEN VEG had a tonnage of 159 tons.

What type of wreck is the BEN VEG?

The BEN VEG is classified as a steam ship.

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