Lorentz W. Hansen Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Lorentz w. hansen Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		49 5 N,43 44 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.083333
  • Longitude: -43.733333
Water Depth 3800 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name LORENTZ W. HANSEN
Type steam ship
Flag NO
Length 82.3 m
Width 12.9 m
Draught 5.5
Tonnage 1918
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo timber
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 14, 1939
Original Detection Year 1939
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details [NO DATE] WRECK IN 490500N, 434400W. (NID, LLOYDS LIST). NCA, POSN FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Jun 21, 2010

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1920 BY C.HILL & SONS WITH TRIPLE-EXPANSION ENGINES OF 188NHP. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY D/S A/S SONGA. PASSAGE NELSON, NEW BRUNSWICK FOR GARSTON. 3 LOST. SUNK BY GUNFIRE FROM GERMAN BATTLESHIP 'DEUTSCHLAND'. (LLWW2 & DODS)

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FAQ

Where is the LORENTZ W. HANSEN wreck located?

The LORENTZ W. HANSEN wreck is located at coordinates 49 5 N,43 44 W.

How deep is the seabed around the LORENTZ W. HANSEN?

The seabed around the LORENTZ W. HANSEN lies at approximately 3800 meters deep.

When did the LORENTZ W. HANSEN sink?

The LORENTZ W. HANSEN sank on Oct 14, 1939.

When was the wreck of the LORENTZ W. HANSEN discovered?

The wreck of the LORENTZ W. HANSEN was discovered in 1939.

What country did the LORENTZ W. HANSEN belong to?

The LORENTZ W. HANSEN belonged to NO.

What cargo was the LORENTZ W. HANSEN carrying?

The LORENTZ W. HANSEN was carrying timber.

What was the tonnage of the LORENTZ W. HANSEN?

The LORENTZ W. HANSEN had a tonnage of 1918 tons.

What type of wreck is the LORENTZ W. HANSEN?

The LORENTZ W. HANSEN is classified as a steam ship.

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