Hms Gurkha Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Hms gurkha Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		31 50 N,26 15 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 31.833333
  • Longitude: 26.250000
Water Depth 470 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HMS GURKHA
Type destroyer
Flag GB
Length 107.9 m
Width 11.3 m
Draught 3
Tonnage 1920
Tonnage Type displacement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 17, 1942
Original Detection Year 1942
Last Detection Year 2023
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Surveying Details H0921/43 15.2.43 VESSEL SANK IN 315000N, 261500E. (FLEET HYDROGRAPHIC OFFICE, ALEXANDRIA, LM DTD 15.2.43). NCA. 21.2.03 INS AS NDWPA. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Oct 4, 2023

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1940. THREE DRUM BOILERS, TURBINE ENGINES OF 48,000 SHP FOR 36.5KTS. WAS THE SECOND DESTROYER OF THAT NAME TO BE LOST IN THE SECOND WORLD WAR. WHEN OFF THE COAST OF LIBYA SHE WAS TORPEDOED AND SUNK BY U 133. (DODS & WARSHIP LOSSES WW2).

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FAQ

Where is the HMS GURKHA wreck located?

The HMS GURKHA wreck is located at coordinates 31 50 N,26 15 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HMS GURKHA?

The seabed around the HMS GURKHA lies at approximately 470 meters deep.

When did the HMS GURKHA sink?

The HMS GURKHA sank on Jan 17, 1942.

When was the wreck of the HMS GURKHA discovered?

The wreck of the HMS GURKHA was discovered in 1942.

What country did the HMS GURKHA belong to?

The HMS GURKHA belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the HMS GURKHA?

The HMS GURKHA had a tonnage of 1920 tons.

What type of wreck is the HMS GURKHA?

The HMS GURKHA is classified as a destroyer.

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