Hms Thorbryn Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Hms thorbryn Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
32 4.3 N,24 7.917 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 32.071667
  • Longitude: 24.131950
Water Depth 55 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HMS THORBRYN
Type factory ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 305
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 19, 1941
Original Detection Year 1941
Last Detection Year 1973
Original Source naval vessel
Surveying Details H2419/47 14.5.47 NDW IN 320418N, 240755E APPROX. (C IN C MED). BR STD. H2089/71 12.11.73 NDW IN 320418N, 240755E. (BREST NM 73 38 20). NCA.
Last Amended Date Jul 24, 1996

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1936. ORIGINALLY NORWEGIAN. HIRED IN NOVEMBER 1940. SUNK BY GERMAN AIRCRAFT OFF TOBRUK. (BRITAIN'S SEA WAR & COLLEDGE).

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FAQ

Where is the HMS THORBRYN wreck located?

The HMS THORBRYN wreck is located at coordinates 32 4.3 N,24 7.917 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HMS THORBRYN?

The seabed around the HMS THORBRYN lies at approximately 55 meters deep.

When did the HMS THORBRYN sink?

The HMS THORBRYN sank on Aug 19, 1941.

When was the wreck of the HMS THORBRYN discovered?

The wreck of the HMS THORBRYN was discovered in 1941.

What country did the HMS THORBRYN belong to?

The HMS THORBRYN belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the HMS THORBRYN?

The HMS THORBRYN had a tonnage of 305 tons.

What type of wreck is the HMS THORBRYN?

The HMS THORBRYN is classified as a factory ship.