Bradfyne Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Bradfyne Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 32 N,8 58 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.533333
  • Longitude: -8.966667
Water Depth 90 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BRADFYNE
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 121.9 m
Width 16.5 m
Draught 8.2
Tonnage 4740
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo grain
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 22, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H095/39 5.2.41 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 553200N, 085800W APPROX. (C IN C WESTERN APPROACHES). NCA. SUNK IN PA 550400N, 121800W. (LL WW2). NCA.
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1928 BY W GRAY & CO. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY LEEDS SHIPPING CO. TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 339NHP. PASSAGE MONTREAL FOR BELFAST. TORPEDOED BY U-100. 39 MEN LOST, 4 RECOVERED. (LLWW2 & DODS & SEA BREEZES).

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FAQ

Where is the BRADFYNE wreck located?

The BRADFYNE wreck is located at coordinates 55 32 N,8 58 W.

How deep is the seabed around the BRADFYNE?

The seabed around the BRADFYNE lies at approximately 90 meters deep.

When did the BRADFYNE sink?

The BRADFYNE sank on Nov 22, 1940.

When was the wreck of the BRADFYNE discovered?

The wreck of the BRADFYNE was discovered in 1940.

What country did the BRADFYNE belong to?

The BRADFYNE belonged to GB.

What cargo was the BRADFYNE carrying?

The BRADFYNE was carrying grain.

What was the tonnage of the BRADFYNE?

The BRADFYNE had a tonnage of 4740 tons.

What type of wreck is the BRADFYNE?

The BRADFYNE is classified as a steam ship.

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