Dong Chuen Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Dong chuen Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		21 1 N,121 48 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 21.016667
  • Longitude: 121.800000
Water Depth 1100 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name DONG CHUEN
Type fishing vessel
Tonnage 206
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 29, 1988
Bottom Texture Gravel
Original Detection Year 1989
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details HH549/350/01 14.8.89 SANK APPROXIMATELY 75M SE OF TAIWAN. (LL, 4.8.89). NCA, POSN 210100N, 1214800E.
Last Amended Date Oct 16, 2014

Circumstances of loss

EX-HORNG PING NO.11, BUILT IN 1973. DEVELOPED LIST DURING HEAVY WEATHER AND SUBSEQUENTLY SANK. (LLOYDS VOL.277)

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 21 1 N,121 48 E
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FAQ

Where is the DONG CHUEN wreck located?

The DONG CHUEN wreck is located at coordinates 21 1 N,121 48 E.

How deep is the seabed around the DONG CHUEN?

The seabed around the DONG CHUEN lies at approximately 1100 meters deep.

When did the DONG CHUEN sink?

The DONG CHUEN sank on Dec 29, 1988.

When was the wreck of the DONG CHUEN discovered?

The wreck of the DONG CHUEN was discovered in 1989.

What was the tonnage of the DONG CHUEN?

The DONG CHUEN had a tonnage of 206 tons.

What type of wreck is the DONG CHUEN?

The DONG CHUEN is classified as a fishing vessel.

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