Kahok Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Kahok Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
1 11 N,103 51 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 1.183333
  • Longitude: 103.850000
Water Depth 100 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name KAHOK
Type freighter
Flag ID
Tonnage 175
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo granular or powdery material,natural fibres and materials in general: unprocessed and products
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 13, 1980
Original Detection Year 1980
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 13.2.80 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 6M S OF SINGAPORE. (LL, 14.2.80 & LL 239). POSN 011100N, 1035100E FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Aug 26, 2014

Circumstances of loss

14.2.80 BUILT IN 1979. BROKE UP & SANK WITHIN 10 MINUTES AFTER COLLIDING WITH MV 'TIMMAR VENTURE' 6M S OF SINGAPORE. PASSAGE PULAU TUJOH FOR BELAWAN.

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FAQ

Where is the KAHOK wreck located?

The KAHOK wreck is located at coordinates 1 11 N,103 51 E.

How deep is the seabed around the KAHOK?

The seabed around the KAHOK lies at approximately 100 meters deep.

When did the KAHOK sink?

The KAHOK sank on Feb 13, 1980.

When was the wreck of the KAHOK discovered?

The wreck of the KAHOK was discovered in 1980.

What country did the KAHOK belong to?

The KAHOK belonged to ID.

What cargo was the KAHOK carrying?

The KAHOK was carrying granular or powdery material,natural fibres and materials in general: unprocessed and products.

What was the tonnage of the KAHOK?

The KAHOK had a tonnage of 175 tons.

What type of wreck is the KAHOK?

The KAHOK is classified as a freighter.