Torleif Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Torleif Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		59 30 N,4 8 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 59.500000
  • Longitude: 4.133333
Water Depth 280 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name TORLEIF
Type steam ship
Flag SE
Tonnage 867
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 12, 1917
Bottom Texture Mud
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 2019
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details SUNK ABOUT 25M W OF SLAATERO LT. (LLOYDS WAR LOSSES). 26.8.80 26.8.80 NDW IN 593000N, 040800E APPROX. (US P/O, 16.10.76). NCA, POSN TOO VAGUE TO CHART.
Last Amended Date Feb 3, 2020

Circumstances of loss

PART OF A CONVOY WHICH DISPERSED WHEN ATTACKED BY GERMAN DESTROYERS. SUNK BY GUNFIRE. WAS ON PASSAGE HARTLEPOOL TO GOTHENBURG. (LLOYDS WAR LOSSES).

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FAQ

Where is the TORLEIF wreck located?

The TORLEIF wreck is located at coordinates 59 30 N,4 8 E.

How deep is the seabed around the TORLEIF?

The seabed around the TORLEIF lies at approximately 280 meters deep.

When did the TORLEIF sink?

The TORLEIF sank on Dec 12, 1917.

When was the wreck of the TORLEIF discovered?

The wreck of the TORLEIF was discovered in 1917.

What country did the TORLEIF belong to?

The TORLEIF belonged to SE.

What cargo was the TORLEIF carrying?

The TORLEIF was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the TORLEIF?

The TORLEIF had a tonnage of 867 tons.

What type of wreck is the TORLEIF?

The TORLEIF is classified as a steam ship.

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