Kufra Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Kufra Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		44 10.935 N,2 0.116 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 44.182250
  • Longitude: -2.001933
Water Depth 150 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name KUFRA
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 2724
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 23, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 2021
Original Source other
Surveying Details 16.10.78 NDW PD SHOWN IN 441100N, 020000W ON FRENCH 6786 [1978 EDN]. NE 2665. 9.4.85 LISTED IN FRENCH RECORDS 1984. 17.8.00 NDW PA SHOWN ON FRENCH 6991 [2000 EDN, 1:368,000]. NCA, AWAIT LARGER SCALE FRENCH CHART. SEP 2009000085522 6.10.09 SHOWN AS NDW PD IN 4410.935N, 0200.116W [WGD] ON FRENCH 6786 [2ND EDN 2009, 1:130,000, LARGEST SCALE]. BR STD.
Last Amended Date May 19, 2021
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FAQ

Where is the KUFRA wreck located?

The KUFRA wreck is located at coordinates 44 10.935 N,2 0.116 W.

How deep is the seabed around the KUFRA?

The seabed around the KUFRA lies at approximately 150 meters deep.

When did the KUFRA sink?

The KUFRA sank on Jun 23, 1940.

When was the wreck of the KUFRA discovered?

The wreck of the KUFRA was discovered in 1940.

What country did the KUFRA belong to?

The KUFRA belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the KUFRA?

The KUFRA had a tonnage of 2724 tons.

What type of wreck is the KUFRA?

The KUFRA is classified as a steam ship.

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