Haresfield Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Haresfield Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		13 5 N,54 35 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 13.083333
  • Longitude: 54.583333
Water Depth 3200 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HARESFIELD
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 125.6 m
Width 15.8 m
Draught 7.6
Tonnage 5299
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 9, 1942
Original Detection Year 1942
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Last Amended Date Jun 21, 2003

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck HARESFIELD is located at coordinates 13.0833 N, 54.5833 E in the Arabian Sea near the Socotra Gap. This underwater obstruction, identified as a sunken vessel, was reported following wartime submarine operations. The wreck site is logged for historical record, with the original sinking position approximated at 13 05 N, 54 35 E. Mariners and divers should note this underwater hazard remains a point of interest for historical maritime surveying and mapping in the region.

Surveying Details

11.8.95 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 130500N, 543500E APPROX. (LLWW2 & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES). FOR FILING ONLY.

Circumstances of loss

AFTER TOWING THE WHITE STAR LINER 'GEORGIC' FROM THE RED SEA TO KARACHI FOR 23 DAYS (THEN THE LONGEST TOW ON RECORD FOR A SHIP OF THIS SIZE), WAS ON PASSAGE ADEN FOR CALCUTTA. TORPEDOED BY A JAPANESE SUBMARINE & SUNK OFF SOCOTRA. ALL 85 OF CREW SAVED. (LLWW2 & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).

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FAQ

Where is the HARESFIELD wreck located?

The HARESFIELD wreck is located at coordinates 13 5 N,54 35 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HARESFIELD?

The seabed around the HARESFIELD lies at approximately 3200 meters deep.

When did the HARESFIELD sink?

The HARESFIELD sank on Sep 9, 1942.

When was the wreck of the HARESFIELD discovered?

The wreck of the HARESFIELD was discovered in 1942.

What country did the HARESFIELD belong to?

The HARESFIELD belonged to GB.

What cargo was the HARESFIELD carrying?

The HARESFIELD was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the HARESFIELD?

The HARESFIELD had a tonnage of 5299 tons.

What type of wreck is the HARESFIELD?

The HARESFIELD is classified as a steam ship.

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