Taurus (Probably) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Taurus (probably) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		58 15.987 N,9 31.16 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 58.266450
  • Longitude: 9.519333
Water Depth 700 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name TAURUS (PROBABLY)
Type steam ship
Flag DE
Sonar Length 80
Tonnage 1158
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo armament,chemicals
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 17, 1945
Original Detection Year 1945
Last Detection Year 1992
Original Source unknown
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Simplified Wreck Survey

The underwater wreck of the Taurus, located at coordinates 58 15.987 N, 9 31.16 E in the waters off the coast of Norway, is a historic shipwreck measuring approximately 70 to 80 meters in length. Originally part of convoy CW 3, historical records indicate the vessel was scuttled on November 17, 1945, carrying a cargo of chemical ammunition. Survey data confirms the wreck lies on the seabed and is classified as a non-dangerous wreck, with its identity provisionally linked to the Taurus based on hydrographic and navigational reports.

Surveying Details

H151/45 24.6.69 H151/45 24.6.69 SCUTTLED IN 581600N, 093000E, APPROX, WITH CARGO OF CHEMICAL AMMUNITION. WAS PART OF CONVOY CW 3. (AUTHORITY NOT KNOWN). NCA. H4169/87 14.11.90 H4169/87 14.11.90 SCUTTLED IN 581600N, 093000E ON 17.11.45. (F LAURIN, 18.10.90). HH161/400/01 13.10.92 HH161/400/01 13.10.92 WK, 70 TO 80MTRS LONG, LOCATED IN 581600.9N, 093115.2E. PROBABLY THE TAURUS. (NOR NM 1419/92). INS AS NDW. - NM BLOCK 511/93.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT 1895. SCUTTLED IN DEEP WATER.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 58 15.987 N,9 31.16 E
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FAQ

Where is the TAURUS (PROBABLY) wreck located?

The TAURUS (PROBABLY) wreck is located at coordinates 58 15.987 N,9 31.16 E.

How deep is the seabed around the TAURUS (PROBABLY)?

The seabed around the TAURUS (PROBABLY) lies at approximately 700 meters deep.

When did the TAURUS (PROBABLY) sink?

The TAURUS (PROBABLY) sank on Nov 17, 1945.

When was the wreck of the TAURUS (PROBABLY) discovered?

The wreck of the TAURUS (PROBABLY) was discovered in 1945.

What country did the TAURUS (PROBABLY) belong to?

The TAURUS (PROBABLY) belonged to DE.

What cargo was the TAURUS (PROBABLY) carrying?

The TAURUS (PROBABLY) was carrying armament,chemicals.

What was the tonnage of the TAURUS (PROBABLY)?

The TAURUS (PROBABLY) had a tonnage of 1158 tons.

What type of wreck is the TAURUS (PROBABLY)?

The TAURUS (PROBABLY) is classified as a steam ship.

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