Chit Myanma Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Chit myanma Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		18 52.06 N,93 25.84 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 18.867667
  • Longitude: 93.430667
Water Depth 13 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CHIT MYANMA
Type motor vessel
Length 59.7 m
Width 9.1 m
Draught 5.2
Tonnage 786
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 20, 1975
Bottom Texture Rock
Original Detection Year 1975
Last Detection Year 1975
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Surveying Details H2290/75 18.2.75 DW PA IN 185200N, 932600E, OR 196DEGS, 4M FROM BEACON ISLAND LT. (BURMA NAVY NM 4/75) - NM 433/75. 17.10.75 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 185200N, 932600E APPROX, BUT NOT LOCATED WITHIN 100FMS CONTOUR. (LL, 17.10.75) -NCA.
Last Amended Date Mar 31, 1999

Circumstances of loss

BURMESE TRIPLE-SCREW MV [EX-LCT] 'CHIT MYANMA' RAN AGROUND OFF HENRY ROCKS, & SANK AFTER CLEARING ROCKS. VESSEL OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY BURMA PORTS CORP. WAS EN-ROUTE AKYAB TO RANGOON WITH 8000 BAGS SALT, & 3000 PACKAGES OF GENERAL CARGO, INCLUDING 4 VEHICLES. (LLOYDS 222)

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FAQ

Where is the CHIT MYANMA wreck located?

The CHIT MYANMA wreck is located at coordinates 18 52.06 N,93 25.84 E.

How deep is the seabed around the CHIT MYANMA?

The seabed around the CHIT MYANMA lies at approximately 13 meters deep.

When did the CHIT MYANMA sink?

The CHIT MYANMA sank on Jan 20, 1975.

When was the wreck of the CHIT MYANMA discovered?

The wreck of the CHIT MYANMA was discovered in 1975.

What cargo was the CHIT MYANMA carrying?

The CHIT MYANMA was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the CHIT MYANMA?

The CHIT MYANMA had a tonnage of 786 tons.

What type of wreck is the CHIT MYANMA?

The CHIT MYANMA is classified as a motor vessel.

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