Scientist Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Scientist Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		20 0 S,4 30 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -20.000000
  • Longitude: 4.500000
Water Depth 4500 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SCIENTIST
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 133.7 m
Width 17.2 m
Draught 9.8
Tonnage 6199
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods,metal: concentrate and products,foodstuffs: solid,ore
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 3, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Surveying Details 5.1.78 5.1.78 WK IN 200000S, 043000E APPROX. (WW2SL). NCA, POSN FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Sep 16, 2010

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1938 BY LITHGOWS LTD WITH TRIPLE- EXPANSION ENGINES & LP TURBINE OF 867NHP. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY CHARENTE SS CO. PASSAGE DURBAN FOR SIERRA LEONE BOUND FOR UK. CAPTURED & SUNK BY GERMAN RAIDER ATLANTIS, DISGUISED AS A JAPANESE MERCHANTMAN, OFF THE AFRICAN COAST. 5 MEN KILLED & 24 TAKEN P.O.W. (WRECKSITE.EU, DODS, WW2SL & LLWW2)

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FAQ

Where is the SCIENTIST wreck located?

The SCIENTIST wreck is located at coordinates 20 0 S,4 30 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SCIENTIST?

The seabed around the SCIENTIST lies at approximately 4500 meters deep.

When did the SCIENTIST sink?

The SCIENTIST sank on May 3, 1940.

When was the wreck of the SCIENTIST discovered?

The wreck of the SCIENTIST was discovered in 1940.

What country did the SCIENTIST belong to?

The SCIENTIST belonged to GB.

What cargo was the SCIENTIST carrying?

The SCIENTIST was carrying general and mixed goods,metal: concentrate and products,foodstuffs: solid,ore.

What was the tonnage of the SCIENTIST?

The SCIENTIST had a tonnage of 6199 tons.

What type of wreck is the SCIENTIST?

The SCIENTIST is classified as a steam ship.

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