Menes Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Menes Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		37 21.167 N,10 16.25 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 37.352783
  • Longitude: 10.270833
Water Depth 70 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MENES
Type steam ship
Flag DE
Length 133.8 m
Width 16.8 m
Draught 7.6
Tonnage 5609
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 3, 1942
Original Detection Year 1942
Original Source unknown
Surveying Details 26.9.72 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 7M E OF CANI ISLAND, TUNISIA [372110N, 101615E APPROX]. (DODS). NCA, POSN TOO VAGUE TO CHART.
Last Amended Date Aug 18, 2014

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT 1926 BY BREMER VULKAN. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY HAMBURG-AMERIKA LINIE. STRUCK A MINE & SANK 7M E OF CANI ISLAND, TUNISIA. (DODS).

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FAQ

Where is the MENES wreck located?

The MENES wreck is located at coordinates 37 21.167 N,10 16.25 E.

How deep is the seabed around the MENES?

The seabed around the MENES lies at approximately 70 meters deep.

When did the MENES sink?

The MENES sank on Dec 3, 1942.

When was the wreck of the MENES discovered?

The wreck of the MENES was discovered in 1942.

What country did the MENES belong to?

The MENES belonged to DE.

What was the tonnage of the MENES?

The MENES had a tonnage of 5609 tons.

What type of wreck is the MENES?

The MENES is classified as a steam ship.

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