U 28 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
U 28 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		72 34 N,27 56.002 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 72.566667
  • Longitude: 27.933367
Water Depth 290 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name U 28
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
Date Sunk Sep 2, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Surveying Details 28.6.74 DESTROYED IN 723400N, 275600E APPROX. (U-BOAT INTELLIGENCE). NCA.
Last Amended Date Jul 17, 2019

Circumstances of loss

LOST WHEN ATTACKING AND SINKING BRITISH SS 'OLIVE BRANCH' WHICH WAS CARRYING MUNITIONS. (WARSHIPS OF WWI & U-BOAT INTELLIGENCE, E GILES).

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FAQ

Where is the U 28 wreck located?

The U 28 wreck is located at coordinates 72 34 N,27 56.002 E.

How deep is the seabed around the U 28?

The seabed around the U 28 lies at approximately 290 meters deep.

When did the U 28 sink?

The U 28 sank on Sep 2, 1917.

When was the wreck of the U 28 discovered?

The wreck of the U 28 was discovered in 1917.

What country did the U 28 belong to?

The U 28 belonged to DE.

What was the tonnage of the U 28?

The U 28 had a tonnage of 867 tons.

What type of wreck is the U 28?

The U 28 is classified as a submarine.

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