Hmsm Tempest Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Hmsm tempest Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		39 12 N,17 47 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 39.200000
  • Longitude: 17.783333
Water Depth 1800 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Low Water Springs
Name HMSM TEMPEST
Type submarine
Flag GB
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 13, 1942
Original Detection Year 1942
Original Source other
Surveying Details 25.9.78 SANK IN 391200N, 174700E APPROX. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Nov 26, 2014

Circumstances of loss

SUNK BY THE ITALIAN TORPEDO BOAT 'CIRCE' IN THE GULF OF TARANTO. (ALLIED WARSHIP CASUALTIES, MED, FEB 1952 & BRITAIN'S SEA WAR).

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FAQ

Where is the HMSM TEMPEST wreck located?

The HMSM TEMPEST wreck is located at coordinates 39 12 N,17 47 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HMSM TEMPEST?

The seabed around the HMSM TEMPEST lies at approximately 1800 meters deep.

When did the HMSM TEMPEST sink?

The HMSM TEMPEST sank on Feb 13, 1942.

When was the wreck of the HMSM TEMPEST discovered?

The wreck of the HMSM TEMPEST was discovered in 1942.

What country did the HMSM TEMPEST belong to?

The HMSM TEMPEST belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the HMSM TEMPEST?

The HMSM TEMPEST is classified as a submarine.

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