Konshaug (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Konshaug (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
50 20.785 N,2 58.075 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.346417
  • Longitude: -2.967917
Water Depth 52 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name KONSHAUG (POSSIBLY)
Type steam ship
Flag NO
Tonnage 1156
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 9, 1942
Original Detection Year 1945
Last Detection Year 2003
Original Source naval vessel
Surveying Details H113/45 25.3.45 LARGE WK IN 502045N, 025800W. L 360FT, H 42FT. GAVE OFF HEAVY OIL. POSN A/1. (PLYMOUTH LIST 840/5). NCA. POSN FOR FILING ONLY. 8.3.56 NOTHING FOUND DURING ASDIC SWEEP OF AREA. (HMS SCOTT, 1954). AMENDED TO DEAD. HH090/961/01 16.12.03 NOT LOCATED. (GARDLINE, HI 961). NCA.
Last Amended Date Nov 15, 1999

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED & SUNK BY GERMAN E BOATS. WAS PART OF CONVOY W.P.183.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 50 20.785 N,2 58.075 W
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FAQ

Where is the KONSHAUG (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The KONSHAUG (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 50 20.785 N,2 58.075 W.

How deep is the seabed around the KONSHAUG (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the KONSHAUG (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 52 meters deep.

When did the KONSHAUG (POSSIBLY) sink?

The KONSHAUG (POSSIBLY) sank on Jul 9, 1942.

When was the wreck of the KONSHAUG (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the KONSHAUG (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1945.

What country did the KONSHAUG (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The KONSHAUG (POSSIBLY) belonged to NO.

What was the tonnage of the KONSHAUG (POSSIBLY)?

The KONSHAUG (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 1156 tons.

What type of wreck is the KONSHAUG (POSSIBLY)?

The KONSHAUG (POSSIBLY) is classified as a steam ship.