Goodleigh Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Goodleigh Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 2 N,18 45 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.033333
  • Longitude: -18.750000
Water Depth 1300 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GOODLEIGH
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 5448
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 2, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 1987
Original Source other
Surveying Details H01001/40 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 550200N, 184500W. 10.8.87 SINKING POSN AS ABOVE PLOTS IN APPROX 1300MTRS. (WW2SL & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).
Last Amended Date Oct 8, 2004

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED BY U-52. (AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).

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FAQ

Where is the GOODLEIGH wreck located?

The GOODLEIGH wreck is located at coordinates 55 2 N,18 45 W.

How deep is the seabed around the GOODLEIGH?

The seabed around the GOODLEIGH lies at approximately 1300 meters deep.

When did the GOODLEIGH sink?

The GOODLEIGH sank on Dec 2, 1940.

When was the wreck of the GOODLEIGH discovered?

The wreck of the GOODLEIGH was discovered in 1940.

What country did the GOODLEIGH belong to?

The GOODLEIGH belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the GOODLEIGH?

The GOODLEIGH had a tonnage of 5448 tons.

What type of wreck is the GOODLEIGH?

The GOODLEIGH is classified as a steam ship.

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