Krakatau Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Krakatau Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		6 35 S,113 9 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -6.583333
  • Longitude: 113.150000
Water Depth 54 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Lower Low Water
Name KRAKATAU
Type ferry
Flag ID
Tonnage 350
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 4, 1983
Original Detection Year 1983
Last Detection Year 1984
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Nov 16, 2012

Surveying Details

H3012/80 25.8.83 POSN 063500S, 1130900E. (LL, 9.8.83). AWAIT INDONESIAN NM AS POSN TOO VAGUE TO CHART. NCA. 6.2.84 HAS BEEN LEFT 'AS LIES'. INTEND VESSEL TO BE RAISED WHEN INSURANCE SETTLED. (LL, 4.2.84). 16.11.12 NO FURTHER INFORMATION RECEIVED. NOT SHOWN ON INDO CHARTS & ENCS. AMEND DEAD.

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE SURABAYA FOR BANJARMASIN. 100 PASSENGERS, 17 CREW & CARGO. REPD SUNK IN ROUGH SEAS WITH ONLY CREW & 38 PASSENGERS SURVIVING. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the KRAKATAU wreck located?

The KRAKATAU wreck is located at coordinates 6 35 S,113 9 E.

How deep is the seabed around the KRAKATAU?

The seabed around the KRAKATAU lies at approximately 54 meters deep.

When did the KRAKATAU sink?

The KRAKATAU sank on Aug 4, 1983.

When was the wreck of the KRAKATAU discovered?

The wreck of the KRAKATAU was discovered in 1983.

What country did the KRAKATAU belong to?

The KRAKATAU belonged to ID.

What was the tonnage of the KRAKATAU?

The KRAKATAU had a tonnage of 350 tons.

What type of wreck is the KRAKATAU?

The KRAKATAU is classified as a ferry.

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