Vogtland Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Vogtland Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
56 30 N,12 0 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 56.500000
  • Longitude: -12.000000
Water Depth 2500 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name VOGTLAND
Cargo armament,chemicals
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 30, 1956
Original Detection Year 1956
Original Source other
Surveying Details H419/86 2.8.90 VESSEL, LOADED AT CAIRN RYAN & SUNK IN OPERATION SANDCASTLE, IN 563000N, 120000W APPROX, IN GEN DEPTH 2500MTRS. (HB(A)/6/58(58/89) DTD 4.10.89).
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

SCUTTLED WITH CARGO OF 700-800 EX-GERMAN BOMBS CONTAINING NERVE AGENT KNOWN AS 'TABUN'.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 56 30 N,12 0 W
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FAQ

Where is the VOGTLAND wreck located?

The VOGTLAND wreck is located at coordinates 56 30 N,12 0 W.

How deep is the seabed around the VOGTLAND?

The seabed around the VOGTLAND lies at approximately 2500 meters deep.

When did the VOGTLAND sink?

The VOGTLAND sank on May 30, 1956.

When was the wreck of the VOGTLAND discovered?

The wreck of the VOGTLAND was discovered in 1956.

What cargo was the VOGTLAND carrying?

The VOGTLAND was carrying armament,chemicals.