Mtb 639 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Mtb 639 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		36 49.93 N,11 49.95 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 36.832167
  • Longitude: 11.832500
Water Depth 660 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MTB 639
Type torpedo boat
Flag GB
Length 33.5 m
Width 6.4 m
Draught 1.5
Tonnage 95
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 28, 1943
Original Detection Year 1943
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Surveying Details SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 365000N 115000E. (ALLIED WARSHIP CASUALTIES MED. FEBUARY 1952). NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 20, 2014

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, WHILE ON ANTI-SHIPPING SWEEP WAS SUNK BY BOMB FROM ITALIAN AIRCRAFT & GUNFIRE FROM TORPEDO BOAT 'SAGITTARIO'. (WW2SL & ALLIED WARSHIP CASUALTIES MED. FEBUARY 1952).

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FAQ

Where is the MTB 639 wreck located?

The MTB 639 wreck is located at coordinates 36 49.93 N,11 49.95 E.

How deep is the seabed around the MTB 639?

The seabed around the MTB 639 lies at approximately 660 meters deep.

When did the MTB 639 sink?

The MTB 639 sank on Apr 28, 1943.

When was the wreck of the MTB 639 discovered?

The wreck of the MTB 639 was discovered in 1943.

What country did the MTB 639 belong to?

The MTB 639 belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the MTB 639?

The MTB 639 had a tonnage of 95 tons.

What type of wreck is the MTB 639?

The MTB 639 is classified as a torpedo boat.

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