Bangka I Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Bangka i Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
2 50 S,107 24.5 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -2.833333
  • Longitude: 107.408333
Water Depth 3 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Lower Low Water
Name BANGKA I
Type dredger
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 15, 1971
Bottom Texture Coral
Original Detection Year 1971
Last Detection Year 2011
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 25.3.71 SANK IN SELAT NASI. (LL 203). POSN 025000S, 1072430E FOR FILING ONLY. NCA. 14.3.13 NOT SHOWN ON INDO 64 [2011 EDN]. AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date Mar 14, 2013

Circumstances of loss

SANK IN STRAIT OF NASI, NEAR BANGKA ISLAND. 1 CREW MEMBER RESCUED, 22 MISSING. (LLOYDS VOL.203)

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 2 50 S,107 24.5 E
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FAQ

Where is the BANGKA I wreck located?

The BANGKA I wreck is located at coordinates 2 50 S,107 24.5 E.

How deep is the seabed around the BANGKA I?

The seabed around the BANGKA I lies at approximately 3 meters deep.

When did the BANGKA I sink?

The BANGKA I sank on Feb 15, 1971.

When was the wreck of the BANGKA I discovered?

The wreck of the BANGKA I was discovered in 1971.

What type of wreck is the BANGKA I?

The BANGKA I is classified as a dredger.