Etrib Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Etrib Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		43 18 N,17 38 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 43.300000
  • Longitude: -17.633333
Water Depth 3300 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ETRIB
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 88.4 m
Width 12.8 m
Draught 6.1
Tonnage 1943
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 14, 1942
Original Detection Year 1942
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Oct 25, 2004

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck ETRIB is located at the coordinates 43 18 N, 17 38 W in the North Atlantic Ocean. This historical wreck site, identified in Wartime Standard Ships Volume 3, marks the position where the vessel sank on April 20, 1972. The ETRIB remains an underwater obstruction at this documented offshore location. Data from the UK Hydrographic Office confirms the approximate position for this steel vessel, which is categorized as NCA. This site is significant for maritime records regarding sunken wartime standard ships in the deep waters of the North Atlantic.

Surveying Details

20.4.72 20.4.72 SANK IN 431800N, 173800W APPROX. (WARTIME STANDARD SHIPS VOL 3). NCA.

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE CARTHAGENA FOR LIVERPOOL. TORPEDOED AND SUNK. (WW2 BR MSL).

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FAQ

Where is the ETRIB wreck located?

The ETRIB wreck is located at coordinates 43 18 N,17 38 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ETRIB?

The seabed around the ETRIB lies at approximately 3300 meters deep.

When did the ETRIB sink?

The ETRIB sank on Jun 14, 1942.

When was the wreck of the ETRIB discovered?

The wreck of the ETRIB was discovered in 1942.

What country did the ETRIB belong to?

The ETRIB belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the ETRIB?

The ETRIB had a tonnage of 1943 tons.

What type of wreck is the ETRIB?

The ETRIB is classified as a steam ship.

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