Glen Tanar Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Glen tanar Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
60 5.283 N,5 55.8 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 60.088050
  • Longitude: 5.930000
Water Depth 220 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GLEN TANAR
Length 60.4 m
Width 9.5 m
Draught 3.8
Tonnage 1200
Tonnage Type displacement
Cargo coke
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 3, 1937
Original Detection Year 1937
Last Detection Year 1938
Original Source other
Surveying Details H895/37 11.2.37 GLEN TANAR IN 600517N, 055548E. (BOARD OF TRADE). NCA. H895/37 15.6.38 SALVAGE IN PROGRESS. (OSLO NM 11/446/38 & 11/745/38) NCA. H895/37 12.12.38 SALVAGE DISCONTINUED. (OSLO NM 22/1554/38) AMENDED TO DEAD.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

RAN AGROUND WHILST ON PASSAGE GRANTON TO AALIRK. REFLOATED AND SANK. DECLARED TOTAL LOSS. (WARTIME STANDARD SHIPS VOL.3)

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FAQ

Where is the GLEN TANAR wreck located?

The GLEN TANAR wreck is located at coordinates 60 5.283 N,5 55.8 E.

How deep is the seabed around the GLEN TANAR?

The seabed around the GLEN TANAR lies at approximately 220 meters deep.

When did the GLEN TANAR sink?

The GLEN TANAR sank on Jan 3, 1937.

When was the wreck of the GLEN TANAR discovered?

The wreck of the GLEN TANAR was discovered in 1937.

What cargo was the GLEN TANAR carrying?

The GLEN TANAR was carrying coke.

What was the tonnage of the GLEN TANAR?

The GLEN TANAR had a tonnage of 1200 tons.