Takari 3 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Takari 3 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
1 10 N,103 30 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 1.166667
  • Longitude: 103.500000
Water Depth 31 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Lower Low Water
Name TAKARI 3
Flag ID
Tonnage 40
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 6, 1977
Original Detection Year 1977
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 25.2.77 AIR & SEA SEARCH BY SELCO SALVAGE FAILED TO LOCATE 'TAKARI 3'. (LL, VOL 227). NCA, POSN 011000N, 1033000E FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Sep 4, 2000

Circumstances of loss

INDONESIAN 'TAKARI 3' WAS TAKEN IN TOW BY MV 'MONTANA' AFTER DEVELOPING ENGINE TROUBLE WHILE ON PASSAGE PULO SAMBU FOR PULO PINANG. 'TAKARI 3' WAS BLOW AGAINST SIDE OF 'MONTANA' & SANK IN STRONG WINDS & HEAVY SEAS. 31 PASSENGERS & CREW SAFE ONBOARD 'MONTANA'. (LL, VOL 227).

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FAQ

Where is the TAKARI 3 wreck located?

The TAKARI 3 wreck is located at coordinates 1 10 N,103 30 E.

How deep is the seabed around the TAKARI 3?

The seabed around the TAKARI 3 lies at approximately 31 meters deep.

When did the TAKARI 3 sink?

The TAKARI 3 sank on Feb 6, 1977.

When was the wreck of the TAKARI 3 discovered?

The wreck of the TAKARI 3 was discovered in 1977.

What country did the TAKARI 3 belong to?

The TAKARI 3 belonged to ID.

What was the tonnage of the TAKARI 3?

The TAKARI 3 had a tonnage of 40 tons.