Chita 2 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Chita 2 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		12 45 N,111 29 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 12.750000
  • Longitude: 111.483333
Water Depth 2350 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Low Water
Name CHITA 2
Type carrier
Flag PA
Length 82.7 m
Width 12.3 m
Draught 6
Tonnage 1991
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 19, 1978
Original Detection Year 1978
Last Detection Year 1979
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 21.3.78 ABANDONED IN 124000N, 1112700E APPROX. (LL 21.3.78). 22.1.79 SANK IN 124500N, 1112900E APPROX. (LL 23.1.79). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Feb 8, 2006

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1958 BY SHIOYAMA DOCKYARD CO LTD, OSAKA. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY FOREMOST EXPRESS CO SA. PASSAGE HONG KONG FOR SINGAPORE. ABANDONED IN SINKING CONDITION. SANK THE FOLLOWING DAY. CREW RECOVERED. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the CHITA 2 wreck located?

The CHITA 2 wreck is located at coordinates 12 45 N,111 29 E.

How deep is the seabed around the CHITA 2?

The seabed around the CHITA 2 lies at approximately 2350 meters deep.

When did the CHITA 2 sink?

The CHITA 2 sank on Mar 19, 1978.

When was the wreck of the CHITA 2 discovered?

The wreck of the CHITA 2 was discovered in 1978.

What country did the CHITA 2 belong to?

The CHITA 2 belonged to PA.

What cargo was the CHITA 2 carrying?

The CHITA 2 was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the CHITA 2?

The CHITA 2 had a tonnage of 1991 tons.

What type of wreck is the CHITA 2?

The CHITA 2 is classified as a carrier.

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