Lotos Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Lotos Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		57 48 N,14 0 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 57.800000
  • Longitude: -14.000000
Water Depth 132 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name LOTOS
Type steam ship
Flag NO
Length 72.5 m
Width 11 m
Draught 4.9
Tonnage 1327
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo timber
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 16, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Original Source other
Surveying Details H01001/40 10.1.41 H01001/40 10.1.41 SINKING POSN 574800N, 140000W. NCA. 30.7.87 30.7.87 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 15M NE OF ROCKALL. (WW2SL & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES), BUT DODS & LL WW2 STATE VESSEL SUNK 15M NW OF ROCKALL, WHICH AGREES WITH POSN OF ATTACK ACCORDING TO U BOAT PATROL REPORT. (AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES & 1941 SINKING POSN). NCA.
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1920. WAS TORPEDOED & SUNK BY U 99 WHILST EN-ROUTE DALHOUSIE, NEW BRUNSWICK TO THE TYNE.

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FAQ

Where is the LOTOS wreck located?

The LOTOS wreck is located at coordinates 57 48 N,14 0 W.

How deep is the seabed around the LOTOS?

The seabed around the LOTOS lies at approximately 132 meters deep.

When did the LOTOS sink?

The LOTOS sank on Sep 16, 1940.

When was the wreck of the LOTOS discovered?

The wreck of the LOTOS was discovered in 1940.

What country did the LOTOS belong to?

The LOTOS belonged to NO.

What cargo was the LOTOS carrying?

The LOTOS was carrying timber.

What was the tonnage of the LOTOS?

The LOTOS had a tonnage of 1327 tons.

What type of wreck is the LOTOS?

The LOTOS is classified as a steam ship.

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