Hms Dunedin Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Hms dunedin Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		3 0 N,26 0 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 3.000000
  • Longitude: -26.000000
Water Depth 3600 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HMS DUNEDIN
Type cruiser (merchant)
Flag GB
Length 136 m
Width 14.2 m
Draught 4.4
Tonnage 4276
Tonnage Type displacement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 24, 1941
Original Detection Year 1941
Original Source other
Surveying Details FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date May 14, 2010

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1918 BY ARMSTRONG WHITWORTH, HAWTHORN LESLIE & CO, NEWCASTLE-UPON-TYNE. 6 YARROW BOILERS, S TURBINES OF 40,000 SHP FOR 29 KNOTS, TWIN SHAFT. TORPEDOED BY U 124. 67 SURVIVORS FROM COMPLEMENT OF 486. (UBOAT.NET & OTHERS).

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FAQ

Where is the HMS DUNEDIN wreck located?

The HMS DUNEDIN wreck is located at coordinates 3 0 N,26 0 W.

How deep is the seabed around the HMS DUNEDIN?

The seabed around the HMS DUNEDIN lies at approximately 3600 meters deep.

When did the HMS DUNEDIN sink?

The HMS DUNEDIN sank on Nov 24, 1941.

When was the wreck of the HMS DUNEDIN discovered?

The wreck of the HMS DUNEDIN was discovered in 1941.

What country did the HMS DUNEDIN belong to?

The HMS DUNEDIN belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the HMS DUNEDIN?

The HMS DUNEDIN had a tonnage of 4276 tons.

What type of wreck is the HMS DUNEDIN?

The HMS DUNEDIN is classified as a cruiser (merchant).

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