U 27 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
U 27 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 43.03 N,7 22.04 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.717167
  • Longitude: -7.367333
Water Depth 100 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name U 27
Type submarine
Flag DE
Length 64.6 m
Width 6.4 m
Tonnage 867
Tonnage Type displacement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1974
Original Source other
Surveying Details 28.6.74 28.6.74 POSN 504300N, 072200W. (U-BOAT INTELLIGENCE - E GILES). NCA. SEP 2020/000263990 29.9.18 NOT LOCATED IN M/B DATASET (2018). (INFOMAR/CV18_03). AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date Nov 2, 2020

Circumstances of loss

SUNK BY Q-SHIP OFF SCILLY ISLES. (U-BOAT INTELLIGENCE-E.GILES).

General Comments

WW1 VESSEL

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FAQ

Where is the U 27 wreck located?

The U 27 wreck is located at coordinates 50 43.03 N,7 22.04 W.

How deep is the seabed around the U 27?

The seabed around the U 27 lies at approximately 100 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the U 27 discovered?

The wreck of the U 27 was discovered in 1974.

What country did the U 27 belong to?

The U 27 belonged to DE.

What was the tonnage of the U 27?

The U 27 had a tonnage of 867 tons.

What type of wreck is the U 27?

The U 27 is classified as a submarine.

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