U 298 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
U 298 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 34.99 N,7 54.06 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.583167
  • Longitude: -7.901000
Water Depth 70 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name U 298
Type submarine
Length 67.1 m
Width 6.1 m
Draught 4.9
Tonnage 871
Tonnage Type displacement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1946
Last Detection Year 1981
Original Source other
Surveying Details H0573/46 H0573/46 TWO U BOATS SUNK IN 553500N, 075400W. (DEADLIGHT). SEE DETAILS FOR U 312 [3516]. H2175/81 9.1.81 H2175/81 9.1.81 NOTHING FOUND IN THIS POSN DURING AREA SONAR SEARCH. (HMS HYDRA, HI 21/79-80 [K8529/5]). DELETED. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1943 BY BREMER VULKAN (VEGESACK). TYPE V-IIC, TWIN SHAFT DIESEL/ELECTRIC ENGINES. SURRUNDERED BERGEN MAY 1945, SCUTTLED 1945/46. (GERMAN SUBMARINES, VOL 1).

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FAQ

Where is the U 298 wreck located?

The U 298 wreck is located at coordinates 55 34.99 N,7 54.06 W.

How deep is the seabed around the U 298?

The seabed around the U 298 lies at approximately 70 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the U 298 discovered?

The wreck of the U 298 was discovered in 1946.

What was the tonnage of the U 298?

The U 298 had a tonnage of 871 tons.

What type of wreck is the U 298?

The U 298 is classified as a submarine.

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