Strassa Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Strassa Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		68 25.5 N,17 23.91 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 68.425000
  • Longitude: 17.398500
Water Depth 25 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name STRASSA
Type steam ship
Flag SE
Tonnage 5602
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ore
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 10, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Surveying Details H811/52 11.11.71 SUNK OFF NARVIK. (OSLO NM 1/48/52). POSN 682530N, 172400E FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

10.4.40 BELIEVED DAMAGED FROM AIRCRAFT BOMBING ON 10.4.40 AT NARVIK. SANK AFTER AN INTERNAL EXPLOSION ON 11.5.40. (LL WW2).

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FAQ

Where is the STRASSA wreck located?

The STRASSA wreck is located at coordinates 68 25.5 N,17 23.91 E.

How deep is the seabed around the STRASSA?

The seabed around the STRASSA lies at approximately 25 meters deep.

When did the STRASSA sink?

The STRASSA sank on Apr 10, 1940.

When was the wreck of the STRASSA discovered?

The wreck of the STRASSA was discovered in 1940.

What country did the STRASSA belong to?

The STRASSA belonged to SE.

What cargo was the STRASSA carrying?

The STRASSA was carrying ore.

What was the tonnage of the STRASSA?

The STRASSA had a tonnage of 5602 tons.

What type of wreck is the STRASSA?

The STRASSA is classified as a steam ship.

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