U 36 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
U 36 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		59 4.971 N,6 1.072 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 59.082850
  • Longitude: -6.017867
Water Depth 58 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name U 36
Type submarine
Flag DE
Length 64.6 m
Width 6.4 m
Tonnage 878
Tonnage Type displacement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1969
Last Detection Year 1981
Original Source unknown
Surveying Details 6.6.69 SINKING POSN 590500N, 060100W. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). NCA, POSN FOR FILING ONLY. H1936/79 4.3.81 NOT FOUND DURING DISPROVING SEARCH WITHIN RADIUS OF 7 CABLES OF ABOVE POSN USING DCS3 & E/S. SEABED IN AREA FEATURELESS, SAND/GRAVEL. (HMS HERALD HI 74/79-80). AMENDED TO ABEY. 18.6.04 DATA RE-ASSESSED. AMENDED TO DEAD.
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

SUNK BY Q SHIP.

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FAQ

Where is the U 36 wreck located?

The U 36 wreck is located at coordinates 59 4.971 N,6 1.072 W.

How deep is the seabed around the U 36?

The seabed around the U 36 lies at approximately 58 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the U 36 discovered?

The wreck of the U 36 was discovered in 1969.

What country did the U 36 belong to?

The U 36 belonged to DE.

What was the tonnage of the U 36?

The U 36 had a tonnage of 878 tons.

What type of wreck is the U 36?

The U 36 is classified as a submarine.

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