Cachalot Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Cachalot Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		0 19.167 S,109 5 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -0.319450
  • Longitude: 109.083333
Water Depth 1 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Lower Low Water
Name CACHALOT
Type motor vessel
Flag JP
Tonnage 405
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo wood: unprocessed and products,timber
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 1, 1974
Original Detection Year 1974
Last Detection Year 2012
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 30.5.75 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 001910S, 1093500E. (LL 218 & 220). NCA.
Last Amended Date Apr 6, 2020

Circumstances of loss

OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY TAI HEIYO KO-EE. CAPSIZED & SANK IN KAPUAS KECIL RIVER NEAR SUKALANTING AFTER BEING CAUGHT IN STRONG CURRENTS & A WHIRLPOOL. PASSAGE PONTIANAK FOR TANJONG MANI. WAS TOWED ASHORE AND TIED TO TWO TREES. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the CACHALOT wreck located?

The CACHALOT wreck is located at coordinates 0 19.167 S,109 5 E.

How deep is the seabed around the CACHALOT?

The seabed around the CACHALOT lies at approximately 1 meter deep.

When did the CACHALOT sink?

The CACHALOT sank on Oct 1, 1974.

When was the wreck of the CACHALOT discovered?

The wreck of the CACHALOT was discovered in 1974.

What country did the CACHALOT belong to?

The CACHALOT belonged to JP.

What cargo was the CACHALOT carrying?

The CACHALOT was carrying wood: unprocessed and products,timber.

What was the tonnage of the CACHALOT?

The CACHALOT had a tonnage of 405 tons.

What type of wreck is the CACHALOT?

The CACHALOT is classified as a motor vessel.

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