Hmsm Sahib Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Hmsm sahib Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		38 26.04 N,15 13.99 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 38.434000
  • Longitude: 15.233167
Water Depth 1100 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Low Water Springs
Name HMSM SAHIB
Type submarine
Flag GB
Length 61.6 m
Width 7.3 m
Draught 3
Tonnage 960
Tonnage Type displacement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 24, 1943
Original Detection Year 1943
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Surveying Details SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 382500N, 152000E, APPROX. (ALLIED WARSHIP CASUALTIES, MED, FEB 1952). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY. SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 10M N OF CAPO MILAZZO IN 600FMS. (BENEATH THE WAVES, P 358). NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 14, 2003

Circumstances of loss

SCUTTLED AFTER BEING DAMAGED BY DEPTH CHARGES DROPPED BY ITALIAN CORVETTE 'GABBIANO' & BY BOMBS & GUNFIRE FROM GERMAN JU88 AIRCRAFT. (BENEATH THE WAVES & WW2SL).

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FAQ

Where is the HMSM SAHIB wreck located?

The HMSM SAHIB wreck is located at coordinates 38 26.04 N,15 13.99 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HMSM SAHIB?

The seabed around the HMSM SAHIB lies at approximately 1100 meters deep.

When did the HMSM SAHIB sink?

The HMSM SAHIB sank on Apr 24, 1943.

When was the wreck of the HMSM SAHIB discovered?

The wreck of the HMSM SAHIB was discovered in 1943.

What country did the HMSM SAHIB belong to?

The HMSM SAHIB belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the HMSM SAHIB?

The HMSM SAHIB had a tonnage of 960 tons.

What type of wreck is the HMSM SAHIB?

The HMSM SAHIB is classified as a submarine.

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