Pajala (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Pajala (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
59 15.17 N,5 36.276 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 59.252833
  • Longitude: -5.604600
Water Depth 80 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name PAJALA (POSSIBLY)
Type motor vessel
Flag SE
Tonnage 6873
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo animals (land & sea) and birds,grain,foodstuffs: solid
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 18, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 1942
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Surveying Details H0582/42 29.9.42 ASDIC CONTACT LOCATED AND ATTACKED IN 591512N, 053612W. LENGTH ABOUT 300 FEET. OIL GIVEN OFF. (HMS SCOTT, LTR DTD 29.9.42). 1.4.96 SANK 072 DEGS N RONA 10 MILES. (LLWW2). PLOTS IN 591100N, 053100W. INS AS NDWPA IN HMS SCOTT'S POSN. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE BUENOS AIRES FOR GOTHENBURG. TORPEDOED. CREW SAVED. (LLWW2).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 59 15.17 N,5 36.276 W
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FAQ

Where is the PAJALA (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The PAJALA (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 59 15.17 N,5 36.276 W.

How deep is the seabed around the PAJALA (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the PAJALA (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 80 meters deep.

When did the PAJALA (POSSIBLY) sink?

The PAJALA (POSSIBLY) sank on Jan 18, 1940.

When was the wreck of the PAJALA (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the PAJALA (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1940.

What country did the PAJALA (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The PAJALA (POSSIBLY) belonged to SE.

What cargo was the PAJALA (POSSIBLY) carrying?

The PAJALA (POSSIBLY) was carrying animals (land & sea) and birds,grain,foodstuffs: solid.

What was the tonnage of the PAJALA (POSSIBLY)?

The PAJALA (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 6873 tons.

What type of wreck is the PAJALA (POSSIBLY)?

The PAJALA (POSSIBLY) is classified as a motor vessel.