U 245 (Probably) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
U 245 (probably) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
55 25.798 N,6 19.857 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.429967
  • Longitude: -6.330950
Wreck Depth 119 m
Water Depth 120 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name U 245 (PROBABLY)
Type submarine
Flag DE
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1945
Last Detection Year 1968
Original Source other
Surveying Details H573/46 SUNK IN 552500N, 061910W. (OPERATION DEADLIGHT). 5.7.57 NOT FOUND BY ASDIC SWEEP. (HMS COOK, 1956). H5251/68 10.6.68 NO SONAR CONTACTS IN AREA OF 552500N, 061910W BUT POSSIBLE WRECK AT 65FMS IN 552548N, 061948W. MAY BE U-BOAT IN FORMER POSN. (HMS MERMAID, ROS DTD 20.5.68). BR STD. H2265/73 13.6.73 AMEND TO WK 119MTRS. NC 2798. 8.10.04 RESEARCH INDICATES THAT THIS IS PROBABLY U 245. (K HEATH, TELECON). NCA.
Last Amended Date Nov 14, 1978

Circumstances of loss

SUNK DURING OPERATION DEADLIGHT.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 55 25.798 N,6 19.857 W
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FAQ

Where is the U 245 (PROBABLY) wreck located?

The U 245 (PROBABLY) wreck is located at coordinates 55 25.798 N,6 19.857 W.

How deep is the U 245 (PROBABLY) and where exactly is it located?

The U 245 (PROBABLY) lies at a depth of about 119 meters and is located at coordinates 55 25.798 N,6 19.857 W.

How deep is the seabed around the U 245 (PROBABLY)?

The seabed around the U 245 (PROBABLY) lies at approximately 120 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the U 245 (PROBABLY) discovered?

The wreck of the U 245 (PROBABLY) was discovered in 1945.

What country did the U 245 (PROBABLY) belong to?

The U 245 (PROBABLY) belonged to DE.

What type of wreck is the U 245 (PROBABLY)?

The U 245 (PROBABLY) is classified as a submarine.