U 20 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
U 20 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		56 34.987 N,8 10.045 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 56.583117
  • Longitude: -8.167417
Water Depth 150 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name U 20
Type submarine
Flag DE
Length 64 m
Width 6.1 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 4, 1916
Bottom Texture Mud
Original Detection Year 1916
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Surveying Details 1.8.78 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 563500N, 081000W. (E GILES). NCA, POSN FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Feb 15, 2005

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1913 IN DANZIG DOCKYARD. TWO OIL EINGINES FOR 1,200-1,700 SHP. (WARSHIPS OF WW1).

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FAQ

Where is the U 20 wreck located?

The U 20 wreck is located at coordinates 56 34.987 N,8 10.045 W.

How deep is the seabed around the U 20?

The seabed around the U 20 lies at approximately 150 meters deep.

When did the U 20 sink?

The U 20 sank on Nov 4, 1916.

When was the wreck of the U 20 discovered?

The wreck of the U 20 was discovered in 1916.

What country did the U 20 belong to?

The U 20 belonged to DE.

What type of wreck is the U 20?

The U 20 is classified as a submarine.

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