Britt Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Britt Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 47.917 N,14 50.6 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.798617
  • Longitude: 14.843333
Water Depth 30 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Sea Level
Name BRITT
Type steam ship
Flag SE
Tonnage 1544
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 4, 1939
Original Detection Year 1972
Last Detection Year 2016
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Surveying Details 23.8.72 SANK 12M S OF HANO IN 554755N, 145036E APPROX. (WWII SHIPPING LOSSES). NCA. SEP 2016/000126344 10.11.16 NOT SHOWN ON SWEDISH 74 OR ENC. (EDN 5, COR TO 12.4.16). AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date Nov 10, 2016

Circumstances of loss

SUNK BY WARSHIP AFTER BEING CAPTURED AS PRIZE 12M S OF HANO IN THE BALTIC. (WWII SHIPPING LOSSES).

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FAQ

Where is the BRITT wreck located?

The BRITT wreck is located at coordinates 55 47.917 N,14 50.6 E.

How deep is the seabed around the BRITT?

The seabed around the BRITT lies at approximately 30 meters deep.

When did the BRITT sink?

The BRITT sank on Oct 4, 1939.

When was the wreck of the BRITT discovered?

The wreck of the BRITT was discovered in 1972.

What country did the BRITT belong to?

The BRITT belonged to SE.

What was the tonnage of the BRITT?

The BRITT had a tonnage of 1544 tons.

What type of wreck is the BRITT?

The BRITT is classified as a steam ship.

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