Merkur Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Merkur Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		48 26 N,10 58 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 48.433333
  • Longitude: -10.966667
Water Depth 2800 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MERKUR
Type steam ship
Flag EE
Length 71.6 m
Width 10.8 m
Draught 4.7
Tonnage 1291
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 30, 1940
Original Detection Year 1941
Original Source unknown
Surveying Details H01001/40 10.4.41 H01001/40 10.4.41 WK 'MERKUR' IN 482600N, 105800W. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). NCA. PLOTS IN 2800MTRS. TOO DEEP TO CHART.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL WAS SUNK BY A TORPEDO FROM A GERMAN SUBMARINE, WHILST EN-ROUTE LISBON TO GARSTON. (DODS).

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FAQ

Where is the MERKUR wreck located?

The MERKUR wreck is located at coordinates 48 26 N,10 58 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MERKUR?

The seabed around the MERKUR lies at approximately 2800 meters deep.

When did the MERKUR sink?

The MERKUR sank on Jul 30, 1940.

When was the wreck of the MERKUR discovered?

The wreck of the MERKUR was discovered in 1941.

What country did the MERKUR belong to?

The MERKUR belonged to EE.

What was the tonnage of the MERKUR?

The MERKUR had a tonnage of 1291 tons.

What type of wreck is the MERKUR?

The MERKUR is classified as a steam ship.

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