Kong Magnus Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Kong magnus Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		59 25 N,4 40 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 59.416667
  • Longitude: 4.666667
Water Depth 250 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name KONG MAGNUS
Type steam ship
Flag NO
Tonnage 1101
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal,coke
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 12, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 592500N, 044000E APPROX. (LLOYDS WAR LOSSES).
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

PART OF CONVOY ON PASSAGE FROM TYNE TO TRONDHIEM WHICH WAS ATTACKED BY GERMAN DESTROYERS. WAS SUNK WHEN CONVOY DISPERSED. (LLOYDS WAR LOSSES/OVERSEAS SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 59 25 N,4 40 E
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FAQ

Where is the KONG MAGNUS wreck located?

The KONG MAGNUS wreck is located at coordinates 59 25 N,4 40 E.

How deep is the seabed around the KONG MAGNUS?

The seabed around the KONG MAGNUS lies at approximately 250 meters deep.

When did the KONG MAGNUS sink?

The KONG MAGNUS sank on Dec 12, 1917.

When was the wreck of the KONG MAGNUS discovered?

The wreck of the KONG MAGNUS was discovered in 1917.

What country did the KONG MAGNUS belong to?

The KONG MAGNUS belonged to NO.

What cargo was the KONG MAGNUS carrying?

The KONG MAGNUS was carrying coal,coke.

What was the tonnage of the KONG MAGNUS?

The KONG MAGNUS had a tonnage of 1101 tons.

What type of wreck is the KONG MAGNUS?

The KONG MAGNUS is classified as a steam ship.

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