Kasim Kaptan Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Kasim kaptan Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
40 27.94 N,28 3.97 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 40.465667
  • Longitude: 28.066167
Water Depth 20 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Sea Level
Name KASIM KAPTAN
Type motor vessel
Flag TR
Length 46 m
Width 7 m
Draught 3
Tonnage 271
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 30, 1992
Bottom Texture Rock
Original Detection Year 1992
Last Detection Year 2023
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details HH392/420/01 16.12.92 RAN AGROUND ON ROCKS OFF FENER ADASI & SUBSEQUENTLY SANK. (LL, 2 & 4.12.92). POSN 402800N, 280400E FOR FILING ONLY. 10.1.93 REPORT DTD 25.12.92 STATES VESSEL PRESENTLY LYING 'AS IS'. OWNERS INTENTIONS UNKNOWN. (LL 291).
Last Amended Date Aug 31, 2023

Circumstances of loss

4.12.92 RAN AGROUND ON ROCKS DURING A STORM, WAS ABANDONED & SUBSEQUENTLY SANK. WAS ON PASSAGE CANAKKALE TO BANDIRMA. 4 LIVES LOST, 1 MISSING. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the KASIM KAPTAN wreck located?

The KASIM KAPTAN wreck is located at coordinates 40 27.94 N,28 3.97 E.

How deep is the seabed around the KASIM KAPTAN?

The seabed around the KASIM KAPTAN lies at approximately 20 meters deep.

When did the KASIM KAPTAN sink?

The KASIM KAPTAN sank on Nov 30, 1992.

When was the wreck of the KASIM KAPTAN discovered?

The wreck of the KASIM KAPTAN was discovered in 1992.

What country did the KASIM KAPTAN belong to?

The KASIM KAPTAN belonged to TR.

What cargo was the KASIM KAPTAN carrying?

The KASIM KAPTAN was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the KASIM KAPTAN?

The KASIM KAPTAN had a tonnage of 271 tons.

What type of wreck is the KASIM KAPTAN?

The KASIM KAPTAN is classified as a motor vessel.