Ellin Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Ellin Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		42 58 N,9 50 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 42.966667
  • Longitude: -9.833333
Water Depth 1900 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ELLIN
Type steam ship
Flag GR
Tonnage 4917
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 18, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Surveying Details SANK APPROX 25M FROM CAPE FINISTERRE. (WWII SL). POSN 425800N, 095000W APPROX FOR FILING. SANK APPROX 25M NW OF CAPE FINISTERRE. (AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES). POSN 430600N, 094500W APPROX.
Last Amended Date Jan 17, 2002

Circumstances of loss

SUNK AFTER TORPEDO ATTACK BY GERMAN SUBMARINE 'U37' 25M FROM CAPE FINISTERRE. (WW1 SL & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES). SUNK WHILE ON PASSAGE FROM CARDIFF TO PIRAEUS, ALL CREW SAVED. (LL WW1).

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FAQ

Where is the ELLIN wreck located?

The ELLIN wreck is located at coordinates 42 58 N,9 50 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ELLIN?

The seabed around the ELLIN lies at approximately 1900 meters deep.

When did the ELLIN sink?

The ELLIN sank on Feb 18, 1940.

When was the wreck of the ELLIN discovered?

The wreck of the ELLIN was discovered in 1940.

What country did the ELLIN belong to?

The ELLIN belonged to GR.

What cargo was the ELLIN carrying?

The ELLIN was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the ELLIN?

The ELLIN had a tonnage of 4917 tons.

What type of wreck is the ELLIN?

The ELLIN is classified as a steam ship.

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