Switha Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Switha Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		49 5.63 N,11 39.24 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.093833
  • Longitude: -11.654000
Water Depth 1250 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SWITHA
Type boat
Flag GB
Tonnage 450
Tonnage Type displacement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 3, 1981
Original Detection Year 1981
Original Source naval vessel
Surveying Details H2312/72 14.9.81 H2312/72 14.9.81 SUNK IN 490536N, 113912W [OGB], [+/-2M]. (HMS ANTRIM, SIG DTD 3.9.81). PLOTS IN OVER 1000MTRS. NCA. POSN TOO DEEP TO CHART.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

SUNK BY HMS ANTRIM AS TARGET. EX ISLES CLASS TRAWLER.

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FAQ

Where is the SWITHA wreck located?

The SWITHA wreck is located at coordinates 49 5.63 N,11 39.24 W.

How deep is the seabed around the SWITHA?

The seabed around the SWITHA lies at approximately 1250 meters deep.

When did the SWITHA sink?

The SWITHA sank on Sep 3, 1981.

When was the wreck of the SWITHA discovered?

The wreck of the SWITHA was discovered in 1981.

What country did the SWITHA belong to?

The SWITHA belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the SWITHA?

The SWITHA had a tonnage of 450 tons.

What type of wreck is the SWITHA?

The SWITHA is classified as a boat.

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