Mendut Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Mendut Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		5 10.5 N,97 50 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 5.175000
  • Longitude: 97.833333
Water Depth 65 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Lower Low Water
Name MENDUT
Type steam ship
Length 68.3 m
Width 11.3 m
Tonnage 909
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 28, 1955
Original Detection Year 1955
Last Detection Year 2016
Original Source unknown
Surveying Details SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 051030N, 975000E APPROX. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). 16.12.05 INS AS NDW PA IN 0510.50N, 9750.00E [UND] ON NE 3919 [JAN'06 EDN], ALREADY SHOWN ON BA 3920 [FEB'05 EDN].
Last Amended Date Oct 13, 2019

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, LOST BY FIRE IN SEUMAHWE ROADS. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED).

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FAQ

Where is the MENDUT wreck located?

The MENDUT wreck is located at coordinates 5 10.5 N,97 50 E.

How deep is the seabed around the MENDUT?

The seabed around the MENDUT lies at approximately 65 meters deep.

When did the MENDUT sink?

The MENDUT sank on Apr 28, 1955.

When was the wreck of the MENDUT discovered?

The wreck of the MENDUT was discovered in 1955.

What was the tonnage of the MENDUT?

The MENDUT had a tonnage of 909 tons.

What type of wreck is the MENDUT?

The MENDUT is classified as a steam ship.

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