Sigurd Faulbaums Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Sigurd faulbaums Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 29 N,2 38 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.483333
  • Longitude: 2.633333
Water Depth 32 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SIGURD FAULBAUMS
Type merchant vessel
Length 100.9 m
Width 14.6 m
Draught 7
Tonnage 3256
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo metal: concentrate and products
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 29, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 2006
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 25.2.72 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 512900N, 023800E. (LLOYDS, TELECON 25.2.72). POSN FOR FILING ONLY. 21.12.2006 DATA RE-ASSESSED. SEE [15487]. AMENDED TO DEAD.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

29.5.40 BUILT BY J BLUMER & CO. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY THE GERMAN GOVENMENT. FORMERLY LATVIAN SS. SEIZED BY GERMANS. TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 303NHP. TORPEDOED BY BRITISH SUBMARINE 29.5.40 OFF OSTEND. (DODS). GERMAN SS SUNK BY GERMAN SUBMARINE U 9 WHEN ON PASSAGE TO ENGLAND AS BRITISH PRIZE. (AXIS SUB. SUCCESSES 1939-45).

General Comments

See Also: 15487

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FAQ

Where is the SIGURD FAULBAUMS wreck located?

The SIGURD FAULBAUMS wreck is located at coordinates 51 29 N,2 38 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SIGURD FAULBAUMS?

The seabed around the SIGURD FAULBAUMS lies at approximately 32 meters deep.

When did the SIGURD FAULBAUMS sink?

The SIGURD FAULBAUMS sank on May 29, 1940.

When was the wreck of the SIGURD FAULBAUMS discovered?

The wreck of the SIGURD FAULBAUMS was discovered in 1940.

What cargo was the SIGURD FAULBAUMS carrying?

The SIGURD FAULBAUMS was carrying metal: concentrate and products.

What was the tonnage of the SIGURD FAULBAUMS?

The SIGURD FAULBAUMS had a tonnage of 3256 tons.

What type of wreck is the SIGURD FAULBAUMS?

The SIGURD FAULBAUMS is classified as a merchant vessel.

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