Kentucky Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Kentucky Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		68 23.667 N,41 50.217 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 68.394450
  • Longitude: 41.836950
Water Depth 55 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name KENTUCKY
Type steam ship
Flag US
Tonnage 5446
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 18, 1942
Original Detection Year 1942
Last Detection Year 1997
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Surveying Details 8.8.72 POSN 35M WSW OF CAPE KANIN. (WW2 MSL). GIVES POSN APPROX 682340N, 415013E FOR FILING. 3.2.96 COULD POSSIBLY BE EITHER OF UNKNOWN VESSELS IN 682336N, 412715E [135300174], OR IN 683500N, 415000E [135300162]. 30.5.97 NOT SHOWN ON RUSSIAN 12003. NC 2269.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

SUNK 35M WSW OF CAPE KANIN, BARENTS SEA. (WW2 MSL). SUNK BY AIRCRAFT 247DEGS, 35M FROM CAPE KANIN. (LL WW2).

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FAQ

Where is the KENTUCKY wreck located?

The KENTUCKY wreck is located at coordinates 68 23.667 N,41 50.217 E.

How deep is the seabed around the KENTUCKY?

The seabed around the KENTUCKY lies at approximately 55 meters deep.

When did the KENTUCKY sink?

The KENTUCKY sank on Sep 18, 1942.

When was the wreck of the KENTUCKY discovered?

The wreck of the KENTUCKY was discovered in 1942.

What country did the KENTUCKY belong to?

The KENTUCKY belonged to US.

What was the tonnage of the KENTUCKY?

The KENTUCKY had a tonnage of 5446 tons.

What type of wreck is the KENTUCKY?

The KENTUCKY is classified as a steam ship.

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