Sangstad Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Sangstad Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		58 59.96 N,0 24.9 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 58.999333
  • Longitude: 0.415000
Wreck Depth 125 m
Water Depth 150 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SANGSTAD
Type motor vessel
Flag NO
Tonnage 4297
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo grain
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 18, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 1996
Original Source other
Surveying Details POSN 590000N, 002500E. (NID). 9.8.73 9.8.73 INS AS NDW. BR STD. 27.9.78 27.9.78 AMENDED TO WK USC PA 125MTRS. (TONNAGE KNOWN). BR STD. 16.12.96 16.12.96 POSN ALSO GIVEN AS 590300N, 010800E. (LLWW2). NCA.
Last Amended Date Oct 23, 1978

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED BY SUBMARINE. PASSAGE BUENOS AIRES FOR STAVANGER. CREW RESCUED, MASTER MISSING. (LLWW2).

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FAQ

Where is the SANGSTAD wreck located?

The SANGSTAD wreck is located at coordinates 58 59.96 N,0 24.9 E.

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

The SANGSTAD lies at a depth of about 125 meters and is located at coordinates 58 59.96 N,0 24.9 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SANGSTAD?

The seabed around the SANGSTAD lies at approximately 150 meters deep.

When did the SANGSTAD sink?

The SANGSTAD sank on Feb 18, 1940.

When was the wreck of the SANGSTAD discovered?

The wreck of the SANGSTAD was discovered in 1940.

What country did the SANGSTAD belong to?

The SANGSTAD belonged to NO.

What cargo was the SANGSTAD carrying?

The SANGSTAD was carrying grain.

What was the tonnage of the SANGSTAD?

The SANGSTAD had a tonnage of 4297 tons.

What type of wreck is the SANGSTAD?

The SANGSTAD is classified as a motor vessel.

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