Central Leyte Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Central leyte Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		4 25 N,112 37 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 4.416667
  • Longitude: 112.616667
Water Depth 70 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CENTRAL LEYTE
Type carrier
Flag PH
Length 102.1 m
Width 15.2 m
Draught 6.7
Tonnage 3065
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo cement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1985
Last Detection Year 1986
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H2811/71 8.1.86 SANK IN APPROX POSN 040000N, 1120000E. (LL 30.12.85). SANK ABOUT 50MILES OFF BINTULU. (LL 2.1.86). H2811/71 18.3.86 LAST REPORTED POSN 042500N, 1123700E, APPROX. (LL 9.1.86). FOR FILING ONLY. NCA.
Last Amended Date Jan 18, 2008

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1970 BY TSUNEISHI ZOSEN KK, NUMAKUMA. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY CENTRAL SHIPPING CO LTD. PASSAGE DAVAO CITY FOR CHITTAGONG. SUFFERED FIRE AND EXPLOSION IN THE ENGINE ROOM AND SANK. 12 MEN LOST, 12 RECOVERED. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the CENTRAL LEYTE wreck located?

The CENTRAL LEYTE wreck is located at coordinates 4 25 N,112 37 E.

How deep is the seabed around the CENTRAL LEYTE?

The seabed around the CENTRAL LEYTE lies at approximately 70 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the CENTRAL LEYTE discovered?

The wreck of the CENTRAL LEYTE was discovered in 1985.

What country did the CENTRAL LEYTE belong to?

The CENTRAL LEYTE belonged to PH.

What cargo was the CENTRAL LEYTE carrying?

The CENTRAL LEYTE was carrying cement.

What was the tonnage of the CENTRAL LEYTE?

The CENTRAL LEYTE had a tonnage of 3065 tons.

What type of wreck is the CENTRAL LEYTE?

The CENTRAL LEYTE is classified as a carrier.

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