Parnu Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Parnu Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		58 27.325 N,5 49.022 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 58.455417
  • Longitude: -5.817033
Wreck Depth 103 m
Water Depth 111 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name PARNU
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 74.7 m
Width 11 m
Draught 5.7
Sonar Length 75
Shadow Height 7.5
Orientation 60
Tonnage 1578
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 17, 1941
Scour Dimensions ,,000.5,
Original Detection Year 1941
Last Detection Year 1984
Original Source naval vessel
Surveying Details H02118/41 30.8.43 H02118/41 30.8.43 POSN 11M OFF CAPE WRATH. SANK 582736N, 054824W APPROX. (HMT CAPE MARIATO). H02118/41 13.11.57 H02118/41 13.11.57 INS AS NDWPA. BR STD. H2728/69 21.4.70 H2728/69 21.4.70 NOT FOUND DURING AREA SONAR SEARCH (ONE DIRECTION ONLY). UNEXAMINED CONTACT FOUND IN 582712N, 054900W. (HMS FAWN). H2728/69 3.6.70 H2728/69 3.6.70 LOCATED. LEAST E/S DEPTH 105 METRES (57FMS) 113 METRES (62FMS). (HMS FAWN, HI 45/69). AMEND TO WK 56FMS. NE 2720. 2.7.74 2.7.74 AMEND TO WK 102MTRS. NC 2635. H2883/83 9.8.84 H2883/83 9.8.84 EXAM'D 28.2.84 IN 582721N, 054857W [OGB] USING TRISPONDER [3 LOP]. LEAST E/S DEPTH 103.5 IN GEN DEPTH 111MTRS. SCOUR 0.5MTR DEEP. DCS3 HT 7.5MTRS, LENGTH 75MTRS. LYING 060/240 DEGS. (LAND & MARINE, HI 159). BR STD.
Last Amended Date Mar 16, 2001

Circumstances of loss

EX-CORNESS '35, EX-WESTGARTH. BUILT IN 1909 BY SIR RAYTON DIXON & CO, MIDDLESBROUGH. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY THE MINISTRY OF SHIPPING. TWO BOILERS, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 192 HP, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE BARRY FOR LONDON. CARGO COAL. COLLIDED WITH UNKNOWN VESSEL. SANK WHILE UNDER TOW.

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FAQ

Where is the PARNU wreck located?

The PARNU wreck is located at coordinates 58 27.325 N,5 49.022 W.

How deep is the PARNU and where exactly is it located?

The PARNU lies at a depth of about 103 meters and is located at coordinates 58 27.325 N,5 49.022 W.

How deep is the seabed around the PARNU?

The seabed around the PARNU lies at approximately 111 meters deep.

When did the PARNU sink?

The PARNU sank on Apr 17, 1941.

When was the wreck of the PARNU discovered?

The wreck of the PARNU was discovered in 1941.

What country did the PARNU belong to?

The PARNU belonged to GB.

What cargo was the PARNU carrying?

The PARNU was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the PARNU?

The PARNU had a tonnage of 1578 tons.

What type of wreck is the PARNU?

The PARNU is classified as a steam ship.

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