Hmsm Sterlet Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Hmsm sterlet Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		57 30 N,9 0 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 57.500000
  • Longitude: 9.000000
Water Depth 23 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Sea Level
Name HMSM STERLET
Type submarine
Flag GB
Length 61.9 m
Width 7.3 m
Draught 3.4
Tonnage 670
Tonnage Type displacement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 18, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 2016
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Apr 18, 2016

Simplified Wreck Survey

HMSM Sterlet shipwreck location and details. The underwater wreck of HMSM Sterlet is situated in the Skagerrak sea at coordinates 57 30 N, 09 0 E. Lost during World War II, the vessel was recorded as sunk in the Skagerrak region. Official maritime records have classified the wreck status as dead. Although the site has been subject to historical survey and location reports, the exact structural condition remains consistent with a long-submerged World War II submarine. These coordinates are filed for historical reference and maritime charting purposes.

Surveying Details

6.10.86 SUNK IN SKAGERRAK. (WW2SL). THOUGHT TO HAVE BEEN LOCATED. POSN WILL BE FORWARDED. (S HENSON, TELECON). 573000N, 090000E FOR FILING ONLY. SEP 2016/000070903 18.4.16 NOT SHOWN DENMARK 92. [ED 13, CORR TO 26/02/16]. AMEND TO DEAD.

Circumstances of loss

SUNK BY GERMAN SUBMARINE KILLER GROUP COMPRISING J126, J127 & J128. (S HENSON).

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FAQ

Where is the HMSM STERLET wreck located?

The HMSM STERLET wreck is located at coordinates 57 30 N,9 0 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HMSM STERLET?

The seabed around the HMSM STERLET lies at approximately 23 meters deep.

When did the HMSM STERLET sink?

The HMSM STERLET sank on Apr 18, 1940.

When was the wreck of the HMSM STERLET discovered?

The wreck of the HMSM STERLET was discovered in 1940.

What country did the HMSM STERLET belong to?

The HMSM STERLET belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the HMSM STERLET?

The HMSM STERLET had a tonnage of 670 tons.

What type of wreck is the HMSM STERLET?

The HMSM STERLET is classified as a submarine.

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