Boka Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Boka Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 57 N,8 19.05 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.950000
  • Longitude: -8.317500
Wreck Depth 125 m
Water Depth 164 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BOKA
Type steam ship
Flag PA
Length 121.9 m
Width 15.8 m
Draught 8.8
Tonnage 5560
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 21, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 2019
Original Source other
Surveying Details H095/39 5.2.41 POSN 555700N 081900W. (C IN C WESTERN APPS, 5.2.41). SUNK IN 555400N, 072400W. (LLOYDS). 18.10.72 INS AS USCPA 70 FMS IN 555700N, 081900W. NE 2723. 6.9.82 AMEND TO USCPA 125MTRS. NE 2723.
Last Amended Date Feb 28, 2020

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED BY SUBMARINE.

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FAQ

Where is the BOKA wreck located?

The BOKA wreck is located at coordinates 55 57 N,8 19.05 W.

How deep is the BOKA and where exactly is it located?

The BOKA lies at a depth of about 125 meters and is located at coordinates 55 57 N,8 19.05 W.

How deep is the seabed around the BOKA?

The seabed around the BOKA lies at approximately 164 meters deep.

When did the BOKA sink?

The BOKA sank on Sep 21, 1940.

When was the wreck of the BOKA discovered?

The wreck of the BOKA was discovered in 1940.

What country did the BOKA belong to?

The BOKA belonged to PA.

What was the tonnage of the BOKA?

The BOKA had a tonnage of 5560 tons.

What type of wreck is the BOKA?

The BOKA is classified as a steam ship.

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