Seirstad Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Seirstad Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		39 10 N,4 50 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 39.166667
  • Longitude: 4.833333
Water Depth 2397 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Low Water
Name SEIRSTAD
Type tanker
Flag NO
Tonnage 9974
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 15, 1958
Original Detection Year 1958
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H598/58 3.9.58 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 391000N, 045000E APPROX. (LL 15 & 16.1.58). NCA, TOO DEEP & POSN TOO VAGUE TO CHART.
Last Amended Date Aug 28, 2002

Circumstances of loss

16.1.58 VESSEL, BROKE IN TWO DURING A STORM. STERN HALF EVENTUALLY TOWED TO BONA, FORE PART SUNK BY GUNFIRE. 38 CREW, 35 SAVED & THREE LOST. (LL 15 & 16.1.58).

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FAQ

Where is the SEIRSTAD wreck located?

The SEIRSTAD wreck is located at coordinates 39 10 N,4 50 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SEIRSTAD?

The seabed around the SEIRSTAD lies at approximately 2397 meters deep.

When did the SEIRSTAD sink?

The SEIRSTAD sank on Jan 15, 1958.

When was the wreck of the SEIRSTAD discovered?

The wreck of the SEIRSTAD was discovered in 1958.

What country did the SEIRSTAD belong to?

The SEIRSTAD belonged to NO.

What was the tonnage of the SEIRSTAD?

The SEIRSTAD had a tonnage of 9974 tons.

What type of wreck is the SEIRSTAD?

The SEIRSTAD is classified as a tanker.

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