King Robert Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
King robert Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
56 0 N,15 23 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 56.000000
  • Longitude: -15.383333
Water Depth 300 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name KING ROBERT
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 5886
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 29, 1941
Original Detection Year 1941
Last Detection Year 1987
Original Source other
Surveying Details H01001/40 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 560000N, 152300W. 5.8.87 SINKING POSN AS ABOVE. (WW2SL & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).
Last Amended Date Oct 7, 2004

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED BY U-93. (AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).

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FAQ

Where is the KING ROBERT wreck located?

The KING ROBERT wreck is located at coordinates 56 0 N,15 23 W.

How deep is the seabed around the KING ROBERT?

The seabed around the KING ROBERT lies at approximately 300 meters deep.

When did the KING ROBERT sink?

The KING ROBERT sank on Jan 29, 1941.

When was the wreck of the KING ROBERT discovered?

The wreck of the KING ROBERT was discovered in 1941.

What country did the KING ROBERT belong to?

The KING ROBERT belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the KING ROBERT?

The KING ROBERT had a tonnage of 5886 tons.

What type of wreck is the KING ROBERT?

The KING ROBERT is classified as a steam ship.