Kronberg Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Kronberg Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		4 54.167 S,39 9.333 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -4.902783
  • Longitude: 39.155550
Water Depth 2 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name KRONBERG
Type steam ship
Flag DE
Length 109.7 m
Width 14.9 m
Tonnage 3587
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo armament,general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 14, 1915
Original Detection Year 1991
Original Source unknown
Surveying Details 27.8.91 27.8.91 STRANDED WK CHARTED IN 045426S, 390949E. (AUTHORITY NOY STATED) BA 663. 2.5.97 2.5.97 WGD POSN: 045410S, 390920E. NC 3361. 17.6.03 17.6.03 VESSEL IDENTIFIED AS
Last Amended Date Dec 6, 1930

Circumstances of loss

EX- RUBENS, BUILT 1906 BY W GRAY OF HARTLEPOOL, WAS SCUTTLED IN MANZA BAY, N OF TANGA, WHEN SHE CAME UNDER ATTACK FROM HMS HYACINTH. CARGO WAS INTENDED FOR KONIGSBERG. (KONIGSBERG, A GERMAN EAST AFRICAN RAIDER & SHIPWRECKS & SALVAGE ON THE E AFRICAN COAST, KEVIN PATIENCE)

General Comments

KRONBERG

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FAQ

Where is the KRONBERG wreck located?

The KRONBERG wreck is located at coordinates 4 54.167 S,39 9.333 E.

How deep is the seabed around the KRONBERG?

The seabed around the KRONBERG lies at approximately 2 meters deep.

When did the KRONBERG sink?

The KRONBERG sank on Apr 14, 1915.

When was the wreck of the KRONBERG discovered?

The wreck of the KRONBERG was discovered in 1991.

What country did the KRONBERG belong to?

The KRONBERG belonged to DE.

What cargo was the KRONBERG carrying?

The KRONBERG was carrying armament,general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the KRONBERG?

The KRONBERG had a tonnage of 3587 tons.

What type of wreck is the KRONBERG?

The KRONBERG is classified as a steam ship.

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