Uc 18 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Uc 18 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
49 14.94 N,2 34.08 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.249000
  • Longitude: -2.568000
Wreck Depth 40 m
Water Depth 52 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name UC 18
Type submarine
Flag DE
Length 52.7 m
Width 5.2 m
Tonnage 511
Tonnage Type displacement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 19, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 2019
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Surveying Details 29.10.75 INS AS USC PA 20FMS. NE 2649. 13.2.80 SHOWN AS NDW PA ON FRENCH 878 [DEC 1979 EDN]. 4.3.80 INS AS USC PA 40MTRS [22FMS] IN 491500N, 023400W. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Sep 1, 2019

Circumstances of loss

SUNK BY GUNFIRE FROM BRITISH SUBMARINE CHASER 'LADY OLIVE'.

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FAQ

Where is the UC 18 wreck located?

The UC 18 wreck is located at coordinates 49 14.94 N,2 34.08 W.

How deep is the UC 18 and where exactly is it located?

The UC 18 lies at a depth of about 40 meters and is located at coordinates 49 14.94 N,2 34.08 W.

How deep is the seabed around the UC 18?

The seabed around the UC 18 lies at approximately 52 meters deep.

When did the UC 18 sink?

The UC 18 sank on Feb 19, 1917.

When was the wreck of the UC 18 discovered?

The wreck of the UC 18 was discovered in 1917.

What country did the UC 18 belong to?

The UC 18 belonged to DE.

What was the tonnage of the UC 18?

The UC 18 had a tonnage of 511 tons.

What type of wreck is the UC 18?

The UC 18 is classified as a submarine.