Koba Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Koba Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		4 46.2 N,8 41.8 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 4.770000
  • Longitude: -8.696667
Water Depth 8 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name KOBA
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 23, 1959
Original Detection Year 1959
Last Detection Year 1963
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Apr 20, 2010

Surveying Details

H3904/59 27.8.59 H3904/59 27.8.59 ST (PA) IN 044612N, 084148W ON SWALLOW ROCKS OR 219.5DEGS, 5M FROM THE 226 SUMMIT, 045000N, 083840W APPROX. (LLOYDS LIST, PARIS NM 59/26/18 & HAMBURG NM 2717/59). - NM 1813/59. H3904/59 11.2.63 H3904/59 11.2.63 DELETED. (PARIS NM 62/51/32). AMENDED TO DEAD. - NM 214/63.

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FAQ

Where is the KOBA wreck located?

The KOBA wreck is located at coordinates 4 46.2 N,8 41.8 W.

How deep is the seabed around the KOBA?

The seabed around the KOBA lies at approximately 8 meters deep.

When did the KOBA sink?

The KOBA sank on Apr 23, 1959.

When was the wreck of the KOBA discovered?

The wreck of the KOBA was discovered in 1959.

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