Hms Quentin Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Hms quentin Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		37 32 N,8 32 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 37.533333
  • Longitude: 8.533333
Water Depth 1500 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HMS QUENTIN
Type destroyer
Flag GB
Length 109.4 m
Width 11 m
Draught 3
Tonnage 1705
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 2, 1942
Original Detection Year 1942
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Nov 25, 2002

Simplified Wreck Survey

The wreck of the British warship HMS Quentin is located at the approximate coordinates 37 32 N, 8 32 E in the Mediterranean Sea. This underwater obstruction, identified as an Allied warship casualty, was lost in the Mediterranean region. Due to the extreme depth of the site and the vague nature of the reported position, the wreck remains unchartered. Historical survey records indicate the vessel sank in this sector of the Mediterranean, and while the structural condition of the site has not been confirmed by modern salvage surveys, such deep-water wrecks typically consist of corroded steel remnants. This location remains a significant point of interest for historical maritime records regarding Mediterranean warship casualties.

Surveying Details

1.7.78 SUNK IN 373200N, 083200E APPROX. (ALLIED WARSHIP CASUALTIES MED, FEB 1952). TOO DEEP & POSN TOO VAGUE TO CHART.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT 1942. WAS RETURNING TO BASE HAVING ENGAGED AN ENEMY CONVOY BOUND FOR TUNISIA ON PREVIOUS EVENING, WHEN SHE WAS ATTACKED BY TORPEDO FROM ITALIAN AIRCRAFT. SHE DID NOT SINK IMMEDIATELY BUT HAD TO BE ABANDONED LATER. 12 RATINGS KILLED. (DODS & ALLIED WARSHIP CASUALTIES MED, FEB 1952).

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FAQ

Where is the HMS QUENTIN wreck located?

The HMS QUENTIN wreck is located at coordinates 37 32 N,8 32 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HMS QUENTIN?

The seabed around the HMS QUENTIN lies at approximately 1500 meters deep.

When did the HMS QUENTIN sink?

The HMS QUENTIN sank on Dec 2, 1942.

When was the wreck of the HMS QUENTIN discovered?

The wreck of the HMS QUENTIN was discovered in 1942.

What country did the HMS QUENTIN belong to?

The HMS QUENTIN belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the HMS QUENTIN?

The HMS QUENTIN had a tonnage of 1705 tons.

What type of wreck is the HMS QUENTIN?

The HMS QUENTIN is classified as a destroyer.

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