Llanarth Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Llanarth Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		47 30 N,10 30 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 47.500000
  • Longitude: -10.500000
Water Depth 4500 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name LLANARTH
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 5053
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 28, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 1987
Original Source unknown
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Simplified Wreck Survey

The wreck of the merchant ship LLANARTH is located at coordinates 47 30 N, 10 30 W in the deep waters of the North Atlantic Ocean west of the Brittany coast of France. Historically recorded under survey reference H01001/40, the vessel was lost on January 9, 1941. Subsequent hydrographic surveys confirmed the sinking position remains consistent with original reports. The wreckage lies at an extreme depth of over 3000 meters, placing it well beyond reach for standard salvage operations. As a deep-sea maritime casualty from the World War II era, the LLANARTH rests on the seabed in a region often associated with historical submarine activity. The site is classified as a non-navigational hazard due to its significant depth, and no active recovery or intervention actions have been taken regarding the structure of the wreck.

Surveying Details

H01001/40 9.1.41 H01001/40 9.1.41 SINKING POSN 473000N, 103000W. NO ACTION. 16.7.87 16.7.87 SINKING POSN AS ABOVE PLOTS IN OVER 3000MTRS. (AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES & WW2SL).

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED BY U-30. (AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES & WW2SL).

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FAQ

Where is the LLANARTH wreck located?

The LLANARTH wreck is located at coordinates 47 30 N,10 30 W.

How deep is the seabed around the LLANARTH?

The seabed around the LLANARTH lies at approximately 4500 meters deep.

When did the LLANARTH sink?

The LLANARTH sank on Jun 28, 1940.

When was the wreck of the LLANARTH discovered?

The wreck of the LLANARTH was discovered in 1940.

What country did the LLANARTH belong to?

The LLANARTH belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the LLANARTH?

The LLANARTH had a tonnage of 5053 tons.

What type of wreck is the LLANARTH?

The LLANARTH is classified as a steam ship.

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