U 86 (Formerly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
U 86 (formerly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 26.628 N,0 33.954 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.443800
  • Longitude: -0.565900
Wreck Depth 46 m
Water Depth 53 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name U 86 (FORMERLY)
Type submarine
Flag GB
Sonar Length 65
Sonar Width 7
Shadow Height 6
Orientation 158
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Bottom Texture Pebbles
Original Detection Year 2003
Last Detection Year 2006
Original Source survey vessel
Last Amended Date Nov 10, 2003

Simplified Wreck Survey

The historic shipwreck of the ex-German submarine U-86 is located in the English Channel at coordinates 50 26.628 N, 0 33.954 W. Examined using DGPS, the largely intact wreck lies at a least echo sounder depth of 46.5 meters within a general depth of 53 meters, with no scour. The site measures 65 meters in length by 7 meters in width, stands 6 meters high, and is oriented at 158/338 degrees with a moderate magnetic anomaly and possible two masts visible. Identified by Wessex Archaeology, this regularly dived underwater obstruction and marine heritage site is a notable North Atlantic and English Channel maritime landmark.

Surveying Details

HH090/952/01 10.11.03 EXAM'D 5026.628N, 0033.954W [WGD] USING DGPS. LEAST E/S DEPTH 46.5 IN GEN DEPTH 53MTRS. NO SCOUR. LENGTH 65MTRS, WIDTH 7MTRS. DCS3 HT 6.0MTRS. LIES 158/338 DEGS. MODERATE MAGNETIC ANOMALY. LARGELY INTACT. PROBABY TWO MASTS FROM DCS3 IMAGE. (GARDLINE, HI 952). INS WK 46MTRS. - NM 423/04. 9.8.06 WK HAS BEEN IDENTIFIED AS EX-GERMAN SUBMARINE U 86. IS BEING DIVED REGULARLY. (WESSEX ARCHEOLOGY, VIA CNS HERITAGE, EMAIL DTD 9.8.06). NCA.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1916 AS AN MS-TYPE U 81 CLASS SUBMARINE. HANDED OVER TO THE RN AT THE END OF WW1. COMMISSIONED INTO THE RN. SCUTTLED IN 1921. (WESSEX ARCHEOLOGY).

General Comments

INTACT, PROBABLY TWO MASTS

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 50 26.628 N,0 33.954 W
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FAQ

Where is the U 86 (FORMERLY) wreck located?

The U 86 (FORMERLY) wreck is located at coordinates 50 26.628 N,0 33.954 W.

How deep is the U 86 (FORMERLY) and where exactly is it located?

The U 86 (FORMERLY) lies at a depth of about 46 meters and is located at coordinates 50 26.628 N,0 33.954 W.

How deep is the seabed around the U 86 (FORMERLY)?

The seabed around the U 86 (FORMERLY) lies at approximately 53 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the U 86 (FORMERLY) discovered?

The wreck of the U 86 (FORMERLY) was discovered in 2003.

What country did the U 86 (FORMERLY) belong to?

The U 86 (FORMERLY) belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the U 86 (FORMERLY)?

The U 86 (FORMERLY) is classified as a submarine.

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