Peshawur Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Peshawur Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		11 11.09 N,80 10.91 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 11.184833
  • Longitude: 80.181833
Water Depth 500 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name PESHAWUR
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 141.7 m
Width 17.7 m
Draught 12.2
Tonnage 7934
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 23, 1943
Original Detection Year 1943
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Surveying Details 10.9.71 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS APPROX 111100N, 801100E. (WW2SL). NCA.
Last Amended Date Dec 4, 2006

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE SWANSEA FOR CALCUTTA. TORPEDOED BY SUBMARINE. (BRITISH STANDARD SHIPS VOL.3).

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FAQ

Where is the PESHAWUR wreck located?

The PESHAWUR wreck is located at coordinates 11 11.09 N,80 10.91 E.

How deep is the seabed around the PESHAWUR?

The seabed around the PESHAWUR lies at approximately 500 meters deep.

When did the PESHAWUR sink?

The PESHAWUR sank on Dec 23, 1943.

When was the wreck of the PESHAWUR discovered?

The wreck of the PESHAWUR was discovered in 1943.

What country did the PESHAWUR belong to?

The PESHAWUR belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the PESHAWUR?

The PESHAWUR had a tonnage of 7934 tons.

What type of wreck is the PESHAWUR?

The PESHAWUR is classified as a steam ship.

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