Oslo Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Oslo Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		60 32.967 N,0 18.126 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 60.549450
  • Longitude: -0.302100
Water Depth 88 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name OSLO
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 88.4 m
Width 11.9 m
Draught 7.7
Tonnage 2296
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo personnel,non-ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 21, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 1980
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Surveying Details SUNK 15 MILES E BY N FROM OUT SKERRIES. (WW1SL). 22.2.80 NDWPA IN POSN 603300N, 001800W. (US P/O DATED 16.10.76). NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1906 BY EARLE'S CO LTD, HULL. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY T WILSON & SONS LTD, HULL (ELLERMAN WILSON LINE). TWO BOILERS, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 233NHP, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE BERGEN FOR LIVERPOOL. TORPEDOED BY U-87. 3 LOST. (SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the OSLO wreck located?

The OSLO wreck is located at coordinates 60 32.967 N,0 18.126 W.

How deep is the seabed around the OSLO?

The seabed around the OSLO lies at approximately 88 meters deep.

When did the OSLO sink?

The OSLO sank on Aug 21, 1917.

When was the wreck of the OSLO discovered?

The wreck of the OSLO was discovered in 1917.

What country did the OSLO belong to?

The OSLO belonged to GB.

What cargo was the OSLO carrying?

The OSLO was carrying personnel,non-ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore.

What was the tonnage of the OSLO?

The OSLO had a tonnage of 2296 tons.

What type of wreck is the OSLO?

The OSLO is classified as a steam ship.

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