Sumner I Kimball Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Sumner i kimball Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		52 35 N,35 0 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 52.583333
  • Longitude: -35.000000
Water Depth 2000 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SUMNER I KIMBALL
Type steam ship
Flag US
Length 134.4 m
Width 17.4 m
Draught 11.3
Tonnage 7176
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 16, 1944
Original Detection Year 1944
Original Source other
Surveying Details 14.9.72 14.9.72 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 523500N, 350000W. (LIBERTY SHIPS, AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES). NCA.
Last Amended Date Oct 11, 2004

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1943 BY NEW ENGLAND SB CORP. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY US WAR SHIPPING ADMINISTRATION. TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE FOR 11.5 KNOTS. PASSAGE THE TYNE FOR NEW YORK. TORPEDOED BY U-960 AFTER STRAGGLING FROM CONVOY. (LIBERTY SHIPS, DODS, AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).

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FAQ

Where is the SUMNER I KIMBALL wreck located?

The SUMNER I KIMBALL wreck is located at coordinates 52 35 N,35 0 W.

How deep is the seabed around the SUMNER I KIMBALL?

The seabed around the SUMNER I KIMBALL lies at approximately 2000 meters deep.

When did the SUMNER I KIMBALL sink?

The SUMNER I KIMBALL sank on Jan 16, 1944.

When was the wreck of the SUMNER I KIMBALL discovered?

The wreck of the SUMNER I KIMBALL was discovered in 1944.

What country did the SUMNER I KIMBALL belong to?

The SUMNER I KIMBALL belonged to US.

What was the tonnage of the SUMNER I KIMBALL?

The SUMNER I KIMBALL had a tonnage of 7176 tons.

What type of wreck is the SUMNER I KIMBALL?

The SUMNER I KIMBALL is classified as a steam ship.

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