Knud Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Knud Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		54 26.61 N,0 31.302 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 54.443500
  • Longitude: -0.521700
Water Depth 0 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name KNUD
Type steam ship
Flag DK
Length 70.4 m
Width 9.1 m
Draught 5.2
Tonnage 1020
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 20, 1902
Bottom Texture Rock
Original Detection Year 1902
Last Detection Year 1989
Original Source other
Surveying Details SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 542636N, 0031312W. (DODS). NCA. H6331/87/2 10.2.89 NO INDICATION OF WRECKAGE FOUND THIS POSN. (LAND & MARINE, HI 414B). AMEND DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date May 8, 2017

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1871 BY HALL, RUSSELL & CO. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY N K STROTBERG. TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 130 NHP, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE THE TYNE FOR VALENCIA. SANK FOLLOWING COLLISION WITH SWALEDALE. 8 MEN LOST. (DODS).

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FAQ

Where is the KNUD wreck located?

The KNUD wreck is located at coordinates 54 26.61 N,0 31.302 W.

When did the KNUD sink?

The KNUD sank on Nov 20, 1902.

When was the wreck of the KNUD discovered?

The wreck of the KNUD was discovered in 1902.

What country did the KNUD belong to?

The KNUD belonged to DK.

What cargo was the KNUD carrying?

The KNUD was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the KNUD?

The KNUD had a tonnage of 1020 tons.

What type of wreck is the KNUD?

The KNUD is classified as a steam ship.

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