William King Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
William king Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		30 25 S,34 15 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -30.416667
  • Longitude: 34.250000
Water Depth 2700 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name WILLIAM KING
Type steam ship
Length 134 m
Width 17.4 m
Draught 11.3
Tonnage 7176
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 6, 1943
Original Detection Year 1943
Original Source other
Surveying Details 14.9.72 SUNK IN THE INDIAN OCEAN. (LIBERY SHIPS). POSN 302500S, 341500E FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Dec 29, 2006

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED.

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FAQ

Where is the WILLIAM KING wreck located?

The WILLIAM KING wreck is located at coordinates 30 25 S,34 15 E.

How deep is the seabed around the WILLIAM KING?

The seabed around the WILLIAM KING lies at approximately 2700 meters deep.

When did the WILLIAM KING sink?

The WILLIAM KING sank on Jun 6, 1943.

When was the wreck of the WILLIAM KING discovered?

The wreck of the WILLIAM KING was discovered in 1943.

What was the tonnage of the WILLIAM KING?

The WILLIAM KING had a tonnage of 7176 tons.

What type of wreck is the WILLIAM KING?

The WILLIAM KING is classified as a steam ship.

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