Elpis Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Elpis Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		43 46 N,14 6 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 43.766667
  • Longitude: -14.100000
Water Depth 4000 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ELPIS
Type steam ship
Flag GR
Tonnage 3651
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 17, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Oct 25, 2004

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck ELPIS is located at coordinates 43 46 N, 14 6 W in the North Atlantic Ocean. This underwater obstruction, identified by the UK Hydrographic Office, represents the remains of the vessel ELPIS, which sank on November 19, 1940. The wreck site is historically documented under survey reference H01001/40. Positioned in the deep waters of the North Atlantic, the ELPIS wreckage remains a point of interest for maritime charting and underwater navigation records.

Surveying Details

H01001/40 19.11.40 H01001/40 19.11.40 SANK IN 434600N, 140600W APPROX. (OU 6353/40). NCA.

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED AND SUNK. (WW2 BR MSL).

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FAQ

Where is the ELPIS wreck located?

The ELPIS wreck is located at coordinates 43 46 N,14 6 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ELPIS?

The seabed around the ELPIS lies at approximately 4000 meters deep.

When did the ELPIS sink?

The ELPIS sank on Jun 17, 1940.

When was the wreck of the ELPIS discovered?

The wreck of the ELPIS was discovered in 1940.

What country did the ELPIS belong to?

The ELPIS belonged to GR.

What was the tonnage of the ELPIS?

The ELPIS had a tonnage of 3651 tons.

What type of wreck is the ELPIS?

The ELPIS is classified as a steam ship.

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