Soon Kiong Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing mast/masts
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Soon kiong Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		4 36.75 N,113 55.98 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 4.612500
  • Longitude: 113.933000
Water Depth 3 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SOON KIONG
Type motor vessel
Flag MY
Tonnage 104
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 18, 1983
Original Detection Year 1984
Last Detection Year 1997
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H2811/71 1.2.84 H2811/71 1.2.84 SANK AT RIVER MOUTH, KUALA BARAM. SALVAGE IMPOSSIBLE. (LL, 1.12.83). NCA YET, AWAIT SARAWAK NM. H3270/84 22.4.85 H3270/84 22.4.85 DW PA IN 043648N, 1135548E [TIV]. MAST VISIBLE 2MTRS. (SARAWAK N 14/84). INS AS DW MAST PA. - NM 1416/85. 25.6.97 25.6.97 NOT SHOWN ON SARAWAK 370 [1ST EDN JAN '95]. AMENDED TO DEAD. DELETE. - NM BLOCK 3279/97.
Last Amended Date Jul 2, 2004

Circumstances of loss

1.12.83 PASSAGE SIBU FOR MARUDI. ENCOUNTERED HEAVY SWELLS. WAS TAKEN IN TOW, BUT ROPE PARTED WHEN OFF KUALA BARAM. VESSEL STRANDED AND LATER SANK. (LL, 1.12.83).

General Comments

WOODEN HULL

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FAQ

Where is the SOON KIONG wreck located?

The SOON KIONG wreck is located at coordinates 4 36.75 N,113 55.98 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SOON KIONG?

The seabed around the SOON KIONG lies at approximately 3 meters deep.

When did the SOON KIONG sink?

The SOON KIONG sank on Nov 18, 1983.

When was the wreck of the SOON KIONG discovered?

The wreck of the SOON KIONG was discovered in 1984.

What country did the SOON KIONG belong to?

The SOON KIONG belonged to MY.

What cargo was the SOON KIONG carrying?

The SOON KIONG was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the SOON KIONG?

The SOON KIONG had a tonnage of 104 tons.

What type of wreck is the SOON KIONG?

The SOON KIONG is classified as a motor vessel.

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