U 40 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
U 40 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		56 59.99 N,1 50.1 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 56.999833
  • Longitude: -1.835000
Water Depth 83 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name U 40
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
Date Sunk Jun 23, 1915
Original Detection Year 1915
Last Detection Year 2010
Original Source other
Surveying Details TORPEDOED BY 'C24' IN POSN 570000N, 015000W. (U-BOAT INTELLIGENCE, E GILES). HH091/155/01 3.3.10 NOT LOCATED BY M/B. (GARDLINE SURVEY, HI 1155). AMEND DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED BY 'C24' IN 5700.00N, 011500W. (U-BOAT INTELLIGENCE, E GILES) THREE SURVIVORS INCLUDING CAPT, 29 SAILORS LOST. (I EASINGWOOD).

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FAQ

Where is the U 40 wreck located?

The U 40 wreck is located at coordinates 56 59.99 N,1 50.1 W.

How deep is the seabed around the U 40?

The seabed around the U 40 lies at approximately 83 meters deep.

When did the U 40 sink?

The U 40 sank on Jun 23, 1915.

When was the wreck of the U 40 discovered?

The wreck of the U 40 was discovered in 1915.

What country did the U 40 belong to?

The U 40 belonged to DE.

What was the tonnage of the U 40?

The U 40 had a tonnage of 878 tons.

What type of wreck is the U 40?

The U 40 is classified as a submarine.

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