U 482 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
U 482 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 29.998 N,5 53.061 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.499967
  • Longitude: -5.884350
Water Depth 70 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name U 482
Type submarine
Flag DE
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
Date Sunk Jan 16, 1945
Original Detection Year 1945
Last Detection Year 2014
Original Source other
Surveying Details 6.6.69 SUNK IN APPROX POSN 6 MILES NW OF MACHRIHANISH. (GERMAN SUBMARINES VOL 1 & 2). POSN 553000N, 055300W, APPROX. NCA. 4.11.14 SUNK IN 6018.0N, 0452.0W. (AXEL NIESTLE, WWW.UBOAT.NET). AMEND DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

DEPTH CHARGED AND SUNK BY HM SHIPS PEACOCK, HART, STARLING, LOCH CRAGGIE & AMETHYST. TYPE VIIC BOAT. NO SURVIVORS.

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FAQ

Where is the U 482 wreck located?

The U 482 wreck is located at coordinates 55 29.998 N,5 53.061 W.

How deep is the seabed around the U 482?

The seabed around the U 482 lies at approximately 70 meters deep.

When did the U 482 sink?

The U 482 sank on Jan 16, 1945.

When was the wreck of the U 482 discovered?

The wreck of the U 482 was discovered in 1945.

What country did the U 482 belong to?

The U 482 belonged to DE.

What was the tonnage of the U 482?

The U 482 had a tonnage of 871 tons.

What type of wreck is the U 482?

The U 482 is classified as a submarine.

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