Cape Hangklip Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Cape hangklip Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
34 20 S,21 54 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -34.333333
  • Longitude: 21.900000
Water Depth 3 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CAPE HANGKLIP
Type trawler
Flag ZA
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 10, 1974
Original Detection Year 1974
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 12.9.74 12.9.74 ST IN 342000S, 215400E OFF GOURITZ RIVER. (LL VOL.217). NCA, POSN FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Feb 2, 2010

Circumstances of loss

RAN AGROUND IN THE NIGHT OFF THE GOURITZ RIVER. ALL CREW SAFE ASHORE. VESSEL BADLY HOLED, SO NO ATTEMPT TO REFLOAT HER. (LL VOL.217)

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 34 20 S,21 54 E
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FAQ

Where is the CAPE HANGKLIP wreck located?

The CAPE HANGKLIP wreck is located at coordinates 34 20 S,21 54 E.

How deep is the seabed around the CAPE HANGKLIP?

The seabed around the CAPE HANGKLIP lies at approximately 3 meters deep.

When did the CAPE HANGKLIP sink?

The CAPE HANGKLIP sank on Sep 10, 1974.

When was the wreck of the CAPE HANGKLIP discovered?

The wreck of the CAPE HANGKLIP was discovered in 1974.

What country did the CAPE HANGKLIP belong to?

The CAPE HANGKLIP belonged to ZA.

What type of wreck is the CAPE HANGKLIP?

The CAPE HANGKLIP is classified as a trawler.