Samala Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Samala Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		46 0 N,33 0 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 46.000000
  • Longitude: -33.000000
Water Depth 3700 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SAMALA
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 121.9 m
Width 15.5 m
Draught 9.1
Tonnage 5390
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 30, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Original Source other
Surveying Details 20.6.78 20.6.78 REPORTED SUNK IN 460000N, 330000W APPROX. (AXIS SUB SUCCESSES). NCA.
Last Amended Date Oct 20, 2004

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1928 BY CAMMELL LAIRD & CO. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY ELDERS & FYFFES. TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 447NHP FOR 13.5 KNOTS. PASSAGE KINGSTON, JAMAICA FOR GARSTON. TORPEDOED BY U-37. 68 LOST. (DODS, AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES 1939-45).

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FAQ

Where is the SAMALA wreck located?

The SAMALA wreck is located at coordinates 46 0 N,33 0 W.

How deep is the seabed around the SAMALA?

The seabed around the SAMALA lies at approximately 3700 meters deep.

When did the SAMALA sink?

The SAMALA sank on Sep 30, 1940.

When was the wreck of the SAMALA discovered?

The wreck of the SAMALA was discovered in 1940.

What country did the SAMALA belong to?

The SAMALA belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the SAMALA?

The SAMALA had a tonnage of 5390 tons.

What type of wreck is the SAMALA?

The SAMALA is classified as a steam ship.

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