Bow Reidun (After Section) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Bow reidun (after section) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		22 15 N,119 0 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 22.250000
  • Longitude: 119.000000
Water Depth 210 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Indian Spring Low Water
Name BOW REIDUN (AFTER SECTION)
Type tanker
Flag NO
Length 170.7 m
Width 25.9 m
Draught 11.3
Tonnage 17641
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 18, 1990
Original Detection Year 1990
Last Detection Year 2021
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Surveying Details HH549/350/01 25.1.91 EXPLODED 280 MILES E OF HONG KONG. (LL, 20.12.90). PLOTS IN 221500N, 1190000E APPROX. SEE FORWARD SECTION IN 214700N, 1192300E [50185]. 'SHIP FOUND SUNKEN IN 233000N, 1190000E APPROX (ABOUT 30 MILES W OF MA-KUNG)'. (TAIWAN NM 69/90 DTD 24.12.90). NCA YET
Last Amended Date Dec 8, 2021

Circumstances of loss

EX-BOW FAGUS '89. BUILT IN 1975 BY OY WARSTILA AB, TURKU. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY K/S RIDUN. PASSAGE OSAKA FOR SINGAPORE. SANK FOLLWING MASSIVE EXPLOSION. TWO MEN LOST. (MSD). EXPLODED AND BROKE IN TWO. AFTER PART SANK QUICKLY. FORWARD PART REMAINED AFLOAT FOR SEVERAL HOURS BEFORE SINKING. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the BOW REIDUN (AFTER SECTION) wreck located?

The BOW REIDUN (AFTER SECTION) wreck is located at coordinates 22 15 N,119 0 E.

How deep is the seabed around the BOW REIDUN (AFTER SECTION)?

The seabed around the BOW REIDUN (AFTER SECTION) lies at approximately 210 meters deep.

When did the BOW REIDUN (AFTER SECTION) sink?

The BOW REIDUN (AFTER SECTION) sank on Dec 18, 1990.

When was the wreck of the BOW REIDUN (AFTER SECTION) discovered?

The wreck of the BOW REIDUN (AFTER SECTION) was discovered in 1990.

What country did the BOW REIDUN (AFTER SECTION) belong to?

The BOW REIDUN (AFTER SECTION) belonged to NO.

What cargo was the BOW REIDUN (AFTER SECTION) carrying?

The BOW REIDUN (AFTER SECTION) was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the BOW REIDUN (AFTER SECTION)?

The BOW REIDUN (AFTER SECTION) had a tonnage of 17641 tons.

What type of wreck is the BOW REIDUN (AFTER SECTION)?

The BOW REIDUN (AFTER SECTION) is classified as a tanker.

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