Katsuragi Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status lifted
Katsuragi Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		21 13.042 N,39 2.027 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 21.217367
  • Longitude: 39.033783
Water Depth 15 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name KATSURAGI
Type container ship
Flag PA
Length 292.6 m
Width 32.3 m
Draught 13.1
Tonnage 50437
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 10, 1992
Original Detection Year 1992
Last Detection Year 1992
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details HH479/420/01 9.7.92 HH479/420/01 9.7.92 AGROUND ON KOBBEIN REEF IN 211302.5N, 390201E. LIES UPRIGHT WITH EXTENSIVE BOTTOM DAMAGE BUT NO LEAKAGE YET IN HOLD OR ENGINE ROOM. REMOVAL OF DECK CONTAINERS COMMENCE 4.7.92. (LL 13.6.92 & 7.7.92). NCA YET. HH480/420/01 4.8.92 HH480/420/01 4.8.92 REFLOATED 15.7.92. (LL 17.7.92). NCA.
Last Amended Date Feb 10, 2003

Circumstances of loss

RAN HARD AGROUND WHILE ON PASSAGE JEDDAH FROM EUROPE. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the KATSURAGI wreck located?

The KATSURAGI wreck is located at coordinates 21 13.042 N,39 2.027 E.

How deep is the seabed around the KATSURAGI?

The seabed around the KATSURAGI lies at approximately 15 meters deep.

When did the KATSURAGI sink?

The KATSURAGI sank on Jun 10, 1992.

When was the wreck of the KATSURAGI discovered?

The wreck of the KATSURAGI was discovered in 1992.

What country did the KATSURAGI belong to?

The KATSURAGI belonged to PA.

What was the tonnage of the KATSURAGI?

The KATSURAGI had a tonnage of 50437 tons.

What type of wreck is the KATSURAGI?

The KATSURAGI is classified as a container ship.

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