Hms Sotra Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Hms sotra Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		32 7 N,25 30 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 32.116667
  • Longitude: 25.500000
Water Depth 2050 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HMS SOTRA
Type minesweeper
Flag GB
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 29, 1942
Original Detection Year 1942
Original Source national HO/authority wreck information
Surveying Details H0921/43 25.4.65 VESSEL SANK IN 320700N, 253000E APPROX. (FLEET HYDROGRAPHIC OFFICE, ALEXANDRIA, LM DTD 15.2.43). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Feb 21, 2003

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1925. HIRED AS MINESWEEPER 9.1939. ON CONVOY DUTY FROM TOBRUK TO ALEXANDRIA. SUNK BY U 431. (ALLIED WARSHIP CASUALTIES, MED, FEB 1952 & COLLEDGE).

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FAQ

Where is the HMS SOTRA wreck located?

The HMS SOTRA wreck is located at coordinates 32 7 N,25 30 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HMS SOTRA?

The seabed around the HMS SOTRA lies at approximately 2050 meters deep.

When did the HMS SOTRA sink?

The HMS SOTRA sank on Jan 29, 1942.

When was the wreck of the HMS SOTRA discovered?

The wreck of the HMS SOTRA was discovered in 1942.

What country did the HMS SOTRA belong to?

The HMS SOTRA belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the HMS SOTRA?

The HMS SOTRA is classified as a minesweeper.

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