Kwang Tong Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Kwang tong Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		2 8.21 N,111 0.21 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 2.136833
  • Longitude: 111.003500
Water Depth 21 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name KWANG TONG
Type motor vessel
Flag MY
Length 22.3 m
Width 5.2 m
Tonnage 52
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 29, 1973
Original Detection Year 1973
Last Detection Year 2023
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Surveying Details H2813/71 24.1.74 SUNK IN 020815N, 1110000E APPROX. (KUCHING NM 58/73). PLOTS IN APPROX 12FMS. NCA.
Last Amended Date Sep 14, 2023

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1950. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY KUEH AH CHENG, KUCHING. PASSAGE KUCHING FOR SIBU. SANK IN BAD WEATHER IN KUALA RAJANG AREA.

General Comments

WOODEN HULL

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FAQ

Where is the KWANG TONG wreck located?

The KWANG TONG wreck is located at coordinates 2 8.21 N,111 0.21 E.

How deep is the seabed around the KWANG TONG?

The seabed around the KWANG TONG lies at approximately 21 meters deep.

When did the KWANG TONG sink?

The KWANG TONG sank on Nov 29, 1973.

When was the wreck of the KWANG TONG discovered?

The wreck of the KWANG TONG was discovered in 1973.

What country did the KWANG TONG belong to?

The KWANG TONG belonged to MY.

What cargo was the KWANG TONG carrying?

The KWANG TONG was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the KWANG TONG?

The KWANG TONG had a tonnage of 52 tons.

What type of wreck is the KWANG TONG?

The KWANG TONG is classified as a motor vessel.

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