Sea Crab Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Sea crab Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
7 51.13 N,98 24.83 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 7.852167
  • Longitude: 98.413833
Water Depth 2 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Low Water
Name SEA CRAB
Type barge
Length 18.3 m
Width 12.2 m
Draught 1.5
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 24, 1975
Bottom Texture Mud
Original Detection Year 1975
Last Detection Year 2024
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 2.12.75 2.12.75 VESSEL IN PHUKET BAY, THAILAND IN APPROX 6MTRS OF WATER. TOP & TOWER EMBEDDED IN MUD BOTTOM. AFTER STARBOARD SECTION ABOVE WATER. (LL, 2.12.75). POSN 075100N, 982500E FOR FILING ONLY. H2666/65 27.9.77 H2666/65 27.9.77 NO TRACE OF WK LOCATED IN 075100N, 982500E BY RAF SUB-AQUA DIVERS. A LARGE BARGE UNDERGOING REPAIRS ON BEACH NEARBY MAY BE THE SEA CRAB. (CPL HARGREAVE, LTR DTD 1.9.77).
Last Amended Date Aug 29, 2025

Circumstances of loss

SUFFERED INGRESS OF WATER, CAPSIZED & SANK. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the SEA CRAB wreck located?

The SEA CRAB wreck is located at coordinates 7 51.13 N,98 24.83 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SEA CRAB?

The seabed around the SEA CRAB lies at approximately 2 meters deep.

When did the SEA CRAB sink?

The SEA CRAB sank on Nov 24, 1975.

When was the wreck of the SEA CRAB discovered?

The wreck of the SEA CRAB was discovered in 1975.

What type of wreck is the SEA CRAB?

The SEA CRAB is classified as a barge.