Hmsm Saracen Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Hmsm saracen Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		42 55 N,9 36 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 42.916667
  • Longitude: 9.600000
Water Depth 350 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HMSM SARACEN
Type submarine
Flag GB
Length 66 m
Width 7.2 m
Draught 3.4
Tonnage 990
Tonnage Type displacement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 14, 1943
Original Detection Year 1943
Original Source other
Surveying Details 1.6.11 SCUTTLED IN 4245.0N, 0930.0E. (UBOAT.NET). FOR FILING ONLY. 7.8.12 SANK IN 4255.0N, 0936.0E. (R CAREY, LTR DTD 4.8.12, WITH PLAN FROM ITALIAN WARSHIPS). NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 7, 2012

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1942 BY CAMMELL LAIRD & CO LTD, BIRKENHEAD. TWIN OIL ENGINES FOR 14.75 KTS SURFACED, MOTORS FOR 8 KNOTS SUBMERGED. 6 X FWD 21 INCH TORPEDO TUBES, 1 AFT. 1 X 3 INCH GUN. COMPLEMENT 48. WHILST ON PATROL OFF BASTIA WAS ATTACKED BY ITALIAN CORVETTES MINERVA AND EUTERPE WITH DEPTH CHARGES. WAS FORCED TO THE SURFACE AND ABANDONED, THE BOAT BEING SCUTTLED. (WIKIPEDIA).

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FAQ

Where is the HMSM SARACEN wreck located?

The HMSM SARACEN wreck is located at coordinates 42 55 N,9 36 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HMSM SARACEN?

The seabed around the HMSM SARACEN lies at approximately 350 meters deep.

When did the HMSM SARACEN sink?

The HMSM SARACEN sank on Aug 14, 1943.

When was the wreck of the HMSM SARACEN discovered?

The wreck of the HMSM SARACEN was discovered in 1943.

What country did the HMSM SARACEN belong to?

The HMSM SARACEN belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the HMSM SARACEN?

The HMSM SARACEN had a tonnage of 990 tons.

What type of wreck is the HMSM SARACEN?

The HMSM SARACEN is classified as a submarine.

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