Hmsm Splendid Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Hmsm splendid Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
42 0 N,8 10 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 42.000000
  • Longitude: 8.166667
Water Depth 2400 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HMSM SPLENDID
Type submarine
Flag GB
Length 60.4 m
Width 7.3 m
Draught 3.4
Tonnage 960
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 21, 1943
Original Detection Year 1943
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Surveying Details 12.8.78 VESSEL SANK IN 420000N, 081000E APPROX. (ALLIED WARSHIP CASUALTIES, MED, FEB 1952). NCA, PLOTS IN OVER 2000MTRS, TOO DEEP TO CHART.
Last Amended Date Jan 12, 2001

Circumstances of loss

THE SUBMARINE WAS SCUTTLED OFF CAPRI AFTER A DEPTH CHARGE ATTACK BY THE GERMAN DESTROYER `HERMES'. (BRITAIN'S SEA WAR & ALLIED WARSHIP CASUALTIES).

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FAQ

Where is the HMSM SPLENDID wreck located?

The HMSM SPLENDID wreck is located at coordinates 42 0 N,8 10 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HMSM SPLENDID?

The seabed around the HMSM SPLENDID lies at approximately 2400 meters deep.

When did the HMSM SPLENDID sink?

The HMSM SPLENDID sank on Apr 21, 1943.

When was the wreck of the HMSM SPLENDID discovered?

The wreck of the HMSM SPLENDID was discovered in 1943.

What country did the HMSM SPLENDID belong to?

The HMSM SPLENDID belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the HMSM SPLENDID?

The HMSM SPLENDID had a tonnage of 960 tons.

What type of wreck is the HMSM SPLENDID?

The HMSM SPLENDID is classified as a submarine.