Shekatika Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Shekatika Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
57 11.98 N,11 8.022 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 57.199667
  • Longitude: -11.133700
Water Depth 1000 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SHEKATIKA
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 5458
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo metal: concentrate and products
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 18, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Original Source other
Surveying Details H01001/40 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 572900N, 111000W. 30.7.87 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 571200N, 110800W. PLOTS IN OVER 1000MTRS. (WW2SL & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED & SUNK BY U 100 & U 123, WHILST EN-ROUTE GASPE TO HARTLEPOOL.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 57 11.98 N,11 8.022 W
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FAQ

Where is the SHEKATIKA wreck located?

The SHEKATIKA wreck is located at coordinates 57 11.98 N,11 8.022 W.

How deep is the seabed around the SHEKATIKA?

The seabed around the SHEKATIKA lies at approximately 1000 meters deep.

When did the SHEKATIKA sink?

The SHEKATIKA sank on Oct 18, 1940.

When was the wreck of the SHEKATIKA discovered?

The wreck of the SHEKATIKA was discovered in 1940.

What country did the SHEKATIKA belong to?

The SHEKATIKA belonged to GB.

What cargo was the SHEKATIKA carrying?

The SHEKATIKA was carrying metal: concentrate and products.

What was the tonnage of the SHEKATIKA?

The SHEKATIKA had a tonnage of 5458 tons.

What type of wreck is the SHEKATIKA?

The SHEKATIKA is classified as a steam ship.