Hms Cromer Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Hms cromer Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		31 27 N,27 16 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 31.450000
  • Longitude: 27.266667
Water Depth 1000 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HMS CROMER
Type minesweeper
Flag GB
Length 54.9 m
Width 8.5 m
Draught 3
Tonnage 672
Tonnage Type displacement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 9, 1942
Original Detection Year 1942
Original Source national HO/authority wreck information
Surveying Details H0921/43 12.3.43 SUNK IN 312700N, 271600E APPROX. (FLEET HYDROGRAPHIC OFFICER, ALEXANDRIA, LM DTD 15.2.43). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Feb 21, 2003

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1940 BY LOBNITZ & CO. THREE DRUM BOILERS, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINES OF 2400 IHP FOR 16KTS. STRUCK A MINE AND SANK OFF THE COAST OF LIBYA. (DODS).

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FAQ

Where is the HMS CROMER wreck located?

The HMS CROMER wreck is located at coordinates 31 27 N,27 16 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HMS CROMER?

The seabed around the HMS CROMER lies at approximately 1000 meters deep.

When did the HMS CROMER sink?

The HMS CROMER sank on Nov 9, 1942.

When was the wreck of the HMS CROMER discovered?

The wreck of the HMS CROMER was discovered in 1942.

What country did the HMS CROMER belong to?

The HMS CROMER belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the HMS CROMER?

The HMS CROMER had a tonnage of 672 tons.

What type of wreck is the HMS CROMER?

The HMS CROMER is classified as a minesweeper.

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