U 170 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
U 170 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
55 44.007 N,7 51.26 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.733450
  • Longitude: -7.854333
Water Depth 90 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name U 170
Type submarine
Flag DE
Length 76.8 m
Width 6.7 m
Draught 4.6
Tonnage 1120
Tonnage Type displacement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1946
Last Detection Year 1987
Original Source other
Surveying Details H573/46 1.4.54 H573/46 1.4.54 U BOAT SUNK IN 554400N, 075200W. (OPERATION DEADLIGHT). H7800/68 28.7.69 H7800/68 28.7.69 NOT FOUND. (RISDON BEAZLEY, 1969). H4473/81 13.7.87 H4473/81 13.7.87 PROBABLE WK LOCATED IN 554406N, 075112W [OGB] IN GEN DEPTH 90 MTRS. NOT EXAM'D. (HMS HYDRA, HI 100). INS AS NDW. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

SCUTTLED DURING OPERATION DEADLIGHT.

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FAQ

Where is the U 170 wreck located?

The U 170 wreck is located at coordinates 55 44.007 N,7 51.26 W.

How deep is the seabed around the U 170?

The seabed around the U 170 lies at approximately 90 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the U 170 discovered?

The wreck of the U 170 was discovered in 1946.

What country did the U 170 belong to?

The U 170 belonged to DE.

What was the tonnage of the U 170?

The U 170 had a tonnage of 1120 tons.

What type of wreck is the U 170?

The U 170 is classified as a submarine.