Maha Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Maha Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		8 24.3 N,76 45.94 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 8.405000
  • Longitude: 76.765667
Water Depth 60 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MAHA
Type carrier
Flag KW
Length 77.1 m
Width 11.6 m
Draught 5.5
Tonnage 1510
Cargo timber
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 10, 1968
Original Detection Year 1968
Last Detection Year 1970
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H3348/58 12.3.69 H3348/58 12.3.69 SANK IN 082400N, 764600E. (LL). INS AS NDWPA. BR STD. H3348/58 11.8.70 H3348/58 11.8.70 NOW IN PA 082412N, 764600E. (DEHRA DUN NM 100/70). BR STD.
Last Amended Date Dec 4, 2006

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1947 BY CALEDON SHIPBUILDING & ENGINEERING CO LTD, DUNDEE. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS MIDDLE EAST TRADING & INDUSTRIAL CO LTD. PASSAGE SINGAPORE FOR BASRAH. TOOK ON HEAVY LIST AND SANK. CREW RECOVERED. (LL & MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the MAHA wreck located?

The MAHA wreck is located at coordinates 8 24.3 N,76 45.94 E.

How deep is the seabed around the MAHA?

The seabed around the MAHA lies at approximately 60 meters deep.

When did the MAHA sink?

The MAHA sank on Oct 10, 1968.

When was the wreck of the MAHA discovered?

The wreck of the MAHA was discovered in 1968.

What country did the MAHA belong to?

The MAHA belonged to KW.

What cargo was the MAHA carrying?

The MAHA was carrying timber.

What was the tonnage of the MAHA?

The MAHA had a tonnage of 1510 tons.

What type of wreck is the MAHA?

The MAHA is classified as a carrier.

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