King Dragon 1 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
King dragon 1 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
0 52 S,117 54 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -0.866667
  • Longitude: 117.900000
Water Depth 275 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Lower Low Water
Name KING DRAGON 1
Type motor vessel
Flag PA
Length 82.8 m
Width 12.2 m
Draught 6
Tonnage 1599
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 6, 1978
Original Detection Year 1978
Last Detection Year 2020
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 6.9.78 SANK IN 005200S, 1175400E APPROX. (LL, 7.9.78). NCA.
Last Amended Date Mar 5, 2020

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT 1957 BY SHIOYAMA DOCKYARD CO., LTD. OWNED BY KING DRAGON MARITIME, S.A. ON PASSAGE FROM SAMARINDA, KALIMANTAN. REPD TO HAVE LEAKING HOLD & LATER TO HAVE SUNK. ALL CREW SAFE. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the KING DRAGON 1 wreck located?

The KING DRAGON 1 wreck is located at coordinates 0 52 S,117 54 E.

How deep is the seabed around the KING DRAGON 1?

The seabed around the KING DRAGON 1 lies at approximately 275 meters deep.

When did the KING DRAGON 1 sink?

The KING DRAGON 1 sank on Feb 6, 1978.

When was the wreck of the KING DRAGON 1 discovered?

The wreck of the KING DRAGON 1 was discovered in 1978.

What country did the KING DRAGON 1 belong to?

The KING DRAGON 1 belonged to PA.

What was the tonnage of the KING DRAGON 1?

The KING DRAGON 1 had a tonnage of 1599 tons.

What type of wreck is the KING DRAGON 1?

The KING DRAGON 1 is classified as a motor vessel.