Merlin Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Merlin Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		5 50 S,112 55 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -5.833333
  • Longitude: 112.916667
Water Depth 59 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Lower Low Water
Name MERLIN
Type sailing vessel
Flag ID
Tonnage 487
Tonnage Type displacement
Cargo wood: unprocessed and products
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 8, 1992
Original Detection Year 1992
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details HH533/700/01 5.8.92 SANK ABOUT 5M FROM BAWEAN ISLAND. (LL, 11 & 18.7.92). POSN 055000S, 1125500E FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Jan 25, 2008

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE SAMPIT FOR TANJUNG PERAK. SUFFERED ENGINE FAILURE IN ROUGH SEAS. CAPSIZED AND SANK. (LL).

General Comments

WOODEN HULL

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FAQ

Where is the MERLIN wreck located?

The MERLIN wreck is located at coordinates 5 50 S,112 55 E.

How deep is the seabed around the MERLIN?

The seabed around the MERLIN lies at approximately 59 meters deep.

When did the MERLIN sink?

The MERLIN sank on Jul 8, 1992.

When was the wreck of the MERLIN discovered?

The wreck of the MERLIN was discovered in 1992.

What country did the MERLIN belong to?

The MERLIN belonged to ID.

What cargo was the MERLIN carrying?

The MERLIN was carrying wood: unprocessed and products.

What was the tonnage of the MERLIN?

The MERLIN had a tonnage of 487 tons.

What type of wreck is the MERLIN?

The MERLIN is classified as a sailing vessel.

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