U 1020 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
U 1020 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		57 49.982 N,3 10.091 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 57.833033
  • Longitude: -3.168183
Wreck Depth 60 m
Water Depth 73 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name U 1020
Type submarine
Flag DE
Length 67.1 m
Width 6.1 m
Draught 4.6
Tonnage 871
Tonnage Type displacement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1945
Last Detection Year 1986
Original Source national HO/authority charts
Last Amended Date Nov 18, 2003

Simplified Wreck Survey

U 1020 is a documented shipwreck located at coordinates 57 49.982 N, 3 10.091 W in the North Sea off the coast of Scotland near the Moray Firth. This German World War II submarine was historically recorded in UK Hydrographic Office surveys. While initial survey data indicated the presence of the wreck, subsequent investigations including site surveys by HMS Beagle failed to locate the remains at this position, leading to the removal of the obstruction from official navigation charts. The site is currently classified as not found, though historical records categorize the vessel as a German U-boat. Searchers and maritime historians looking for U 1020 should note the coordinate location 57 49.982 N, 3 10.091 W, which was historically associated with this German warship wreck before being designated as an unfounded obstruction.

Surveying Details

H1251/69 8.7.69 H1251/69 8.7.69 INS ON WK CHARTS. (GERMAN WARSHIPS OF WW2). - FNM ACTION. 21.8.78 21.8.78 AMEND TO WK USC PA 60MTRS. BR STD. H2336/84 24.3.86 H2336/84 24.3.86 NOT FOUND. (HMS BEAGLE, HI 246). DELETE. BR STD.

Circumstances of loss

LOST BY UNKNOWN CAUSE IN MORAY FIRTH. PROBABLY MINED.

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FAQ

Where is the U 1020 wreck located?

The U 1020 wreck is located at coordinates 57 49.982 N,3 10.091 W.

How deep is the U 1020 and where exactly is it located?

The U 1020 lies at a depth of about 60 meters and is located at coordinates 57 49.982 N,3 10.091 W.

How deep is the seabed around the U 1020?

The seabed around the U 1020 lies at approximately 73 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the U 1020 discovered?

The wreck of the U 1020 was discovered in 1945.

What country did the U 1020 belong to?

The U 1020 belonged to DE.

What was the tonnage of the U 1020?

The U 1020 had a tonnage of 871 tons.

What type of wreck is the U 1020?

The U 1020 is classified as a submarine.

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