Kos Xxiii Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Kos xxiii Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		35 28.93 N,24 6.96 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 35.482167
  • Longitude: 24.116000
Water Depth 140 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Low Water
Name KOS XXIII
Type factory ship
Flag NO
Tonnage 353
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 27, 1941
Original Detection Year 1941
Last Detection Year 2016
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Surveying Details H3261/51 5.6.51 SUNK IN 352900N, 240700E APPROX. (NAVAL HISTORICAL SECTION). H2974/52 10.6.52 FURTHER LIST. (NAVAL HISTORICAL SECTION). NCA, INFORMATION TOO VAGUE TO CHART.
Last Amended Date May 15, 2017

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, PRESUMED SUNK DURING INVASION OF CRETE. TOTAL LOSS IN SUDA BAY. (WW2SL). VESSEL, SUNK BY AIRCRAFT AT SUDA BAY, WHILE ON GOVERNMENT SERVICE. (LLWW2).

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FAQ

Where is the KOS XXIII wreck located?

The KOS XXIII wreck is located at coordinates 35 28.93 N,24 6.96 E.

How deep is the seabed around the KOS XXIII?

The seabed around the KOS XXIII lies at approximately 140 meters deep.

When did the KOS XXIII sink?

The KOS XXIII sank on May 27, 1941.

When was the wreck of the KOS XXIII discovered?

The wreck of the KOS XXIII was discovered in 1941.

What country did the KOS XXIII belong to?

The KOS XXIII belonged to NO.

What was the tonnage of the KOS XXIII?

The KOS XXIII had a tonnage of 353 tons.

What type of wreck is the KOS XXIII?

The KOS XXIII is classified as a factory ship.

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