Langir Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Langir Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		10 8.12 N,101 1.81 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 10.135333
  • Longitude: 101.030167
Water Depth 60 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Low Water
Name LANGIR
Type motor vessel
Flag ID
Length 57.9 m
Width 9.1 m
Draught 3.7
Tonnage 522
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo grain
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 29, 1970
Original Detection Year 1970
Last Detection Year 2024
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 17.12.70 SANK IN 100800N, 1010200E. (LL 202). NCA. 26.1.71 MASTER OF VESSEL STATED VESSEL SANK IN 101000N, 1011000E APPROX. (LL 203). NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 27, 2025

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1953 BY ROLANDWERFT, BREMEN. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY GOVERNMENT OF INDONESIA. PASSAGE BANGKOK FOR PONTIANAK. ROLLED TO 20-25 DEGS DURING TROPICAL STORM 'RUTH'. WATER ENTERED ENGINE ROOM AND VESSEL SANK. 8 LOST, 16 RECOVERED. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the LANGIR wreck located?

The LANGIR wreck is located at coordinates 10 8.12 N,101 1.81 E.

How deep is the seabed around the LANGIR?

The seabed around the LANGIR lies at approximately 60 meters deep.

When did the LANGIR sink?

The LANGIR sank on Nov 29, 1970.

When was the wreck of the LANGIR discovered?

The wreck of the LANGIR was discovered in 1970.

What country did the LANGIR belong to?

The LANGIR belonged to ID.

What cargo was the LANGIR carrying?

The LANGIR was carrying grain.

What was the tonnage of the LANGIR?

The LANGIR had a tonnage of 522 tons.

What type of wreck is the LANGIR?

The LANGIR is classified as a motor vessel.

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