Benefina Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Benefina Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		19 15 N,120 25 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 19.250000
  • Longitude: 120.416667
Water Depth 3000 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BENEFINA
Type steam ship
Flag PA
Length 139.9 m
Width 19.2 m
Draught 12.2
Tonnage 6043
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo salt
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 21, 1974
Original Detection Year 1974
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 30.12.74 SANK IN 191500N, 1202500E APPROX. (LL 218 & 219). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Oct 16, 2014

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1945 BY NORTH CAROLINA SHIP BUILDING CO, WILMINGTON. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY BENFICIAL SHIPPING SA. PASSAGE PORT HEDLAND FOR KEELUNG. SANK IN HEAVY SEAS. 21 MEN LOST, 18 RECOVERED. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the BENEFINA wreck located?

The BENEFINA wreck is located at coordinates 19 15 N,120 25 E.

How deep is the seabed around the BENEFINA?

The seabed around the BENEFINA lies at approximately 3000 meters deep.

When did the BENEFINA sink?

The BENEFINA sank on Dec 21, 1974.

When was the wreck of the BENEFINA discovered?

The wreck of the BENEFINA was discovered in 1974.

What country did the BENEFINA belong to?

The BENEFINA belonged to PA.

What cargo was the BENEFINA carrying?

The BENEFINA was carrying salt.

What was the tonnage of the BENEFINA?

The BENEFINA had a tonnage of 6043 tons.

What type of wreck is the BENEFINA?

The BENEFINA is classified as a steam ship.

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