Tara Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Tara Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		42 45 N,10 25 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 42.750000
  • Longitude: -10.416667
Water Depth 2500 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name TARA
Type steam ship
Flag NL
Tonnage 4760
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo grain
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 21, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Surveying Details TARA SUNK IN 424200N, 100800W. (ADMIRALTY). 19.8.93 SUNK 60M SW OF CAPE FINISTERRE, SPAIN. (WWII LOSSES & LLOYDS WAR LOSSES). POSN 420500N, 100800W APPROX FOR FILING ONLY. REPORTED TO HAVE BEEN ATTACKED IN 424500N, 102500W APPROX. (AXIS SUB SUCCESSES). NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE BAHIA BLANCA FOR ROTTEREDAM. TORPEDOED BY U-50. (WWII LOSSES, LLOYDS WAR LOSSES & AXIS SUB SUCCESSES).

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FAQ

Where is the TARA wreck located?

The TARA wreck is located at coordinates 42 45 N,10 25 W.

How deep is the seabed around the TARA?

The seabed around the TARA lies at approximately 2500 meters deep.

When did the TARA sink?

The TARA sank on Feb 21, 1940.

When was the wreck of the TARA discovered?

The wreck of the TARA was discovered in 1940.

What country did the TARA belong to?

The TARA belonged to NL.

What cargo was the TARA carrying?

The TARA was carrying grain.

What was the tonnage of the TARA?

The TARA had a tonnage of 4760 tons.

What type of wreck is the TARA?

The TARA is classified as a steam ship.

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