Crown Arun Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Crown arun Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		58 2 N,14 18 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 58.033333
  • Longitude: -14.300000
Water Depth 280 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CROWN ARUN
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 2372
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 17, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Surveying Details 30.7.87 30.7.87 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 580200N, 141800W, (WW2SL, AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES, LL WW2).
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

SUNK BY TORPEDO & GUNFIRE FROM U-99. PASSAGE GASPE FOR HULL. (LLWW2 & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).

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FAQ

Where is the CROWN ARUN wreck located?

The CROWN ARUN wreck is located at coordinates 58 2 N,14 18 W.

How deep is the seabed around the CROWN ARUN?

The seabed around the CROWN ARUN lies at approximately 280 meters deep.

When did the CROWN ARUN sink?

The CROWN ARUN sank on Sep 17, 1940.

When was the wreck of the CROWN ARUN discovered?

The wreck of the CROWN ARUN was discovered in 1940.

What country did the CROWN ARUN belong to?

The CROWN ARUN belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the CROWN ARUN?

The CROWN ARUN had a tonnage of 2372 tons.

What type of wreck is the CROWN ARUN?

The CROWN ARUN is classified as a steam ship.

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