Clearton Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Clearton Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		47 53 N,9 30 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 47.883333
  • Longitude: -9.500000
Water Depth 2100 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CLEARTON
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 125.6 m
Width 15.8 m
Draught 7.6
Tonnage 5219
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 1, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Simplified Wreck Survey

The wreck of the merchant ship Clearton is located at coordinates 47 53 N, 9 30 W in the North Atlantic Ocean off the coast of Ireland. This underwater obstruction represents a significant historical site dating back to World War II submarine warfare. The wreck lies at a extreme depth of over 2000 meters. Due to the deep sea environment and the nature of the vessel, the structure is categorized as a sunken steel wreck. Searchers and historians note this position as part of the recorded Axis submarine successes during the war. Please note that at depths exceeding 2000 meters, the vessel is largely inaccessible and its structural integrity is considered well broken.

Surveying Details

SINKING POSN 475300N, 093000W. PLOTS IN OVER 2000 MTRS. (WW2SL & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT 1919 WAS TORPEDOED & SUNK BY GERMAN SUBMARINE U-30 WHILST EN-ROUTE ROSARIO TO LIVERPOOL. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY R CHAPMAN & SON.

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FAQ

Where is the CLEARTON wreck located?

The CLEARTON wreck is located at coordinates 47 53 N,9 30 W.

How deep is the seabed around the CLEARTON?

The seabed around the CLEARTON lies at approximately 2100 meters deep.

When did the CLEARTON sink?

The CLEARTON sank on Jul 1, 1940.

When was the wreck of the CLEARTON discovered?

The wreck of the CLEARTON was discovered in 1940.

What country did the CLEARTON belong to?

The CLEARTON belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the CLEARTON?

The CLEARTON had a tonnage of 5219 tons.

What type of wreck is the CLEARTON?

The CLEARTON is classified as a steam ship.

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