Newton Beech Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Newton beech Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		9 35 S,6 30 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -9.583333
  • Longitude: -6.500000
Water Depth 3500 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name NEWTON BEECH
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 113.6 m
Width 16.6 m
Draught 8.2
Tonnage 4651
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo foodstuffs: solid
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 8, 1939
Original Detection Year 1939
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Surveying Details 12.12.77 12.12.77 WK IN 093500S, 063000W. (WW2SL). NCA, POSN FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Sep 17, 2010

Circumstances of loss

5.10.39 BUILT IN 1925 BY W. PICKERSGILL & SONS WITH TRIPLE- EXPANSION ENGINES OF 346NHP. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY TYNESIDE LINE. PASSAGE TABLE BAY FOR LONDON. CAPTURED ON 5.10.39 BY GERMAN RAIDER GRAF SPEE & SUNK 3 DAYS LATER OFF SOUTH AFRICA. (DODS & LLWW2)

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FAQ

Where is the NEWTON BEECH wreck located?

The NEWTON BEECH wreck is located at coordinates 9 35 S,6 30 W.

How deep is the seabed around the NEWTON BEECH?

The seabed around the NEWTON BEECH lies at approximately 3500 meters deep.

When did the NEWTON BEECH sink?

The NEWTON BEECH sank on Oct 8, 1939.

When was the wreck of the NEWTON BEECH discovered?

The wreck of the NEWTON BEECH was discovered in 1939.

What country did the NEWTON BEECH belong to?

The NEWTON BEECH belonged to GB.

What cargo was the NEWTON BEECH carrying?

The NEWTON BEECH was carrying foodstuffs: solid.

What was the tonnage of the NEWTON BEECH?

The NEWTON BEECH had a tonnage of 4651 tons.

What type of wreck is the NEWTON BEECH?

The NEWTON BEECH is classified as a steam ship.

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