Fong Kuo Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Fong kuo Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
21 19 S,55 49.1 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -21.316667
  • Longitude: 55.818333
Water Depth 2 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name FONG KUO
Type factory ship
Length 32 m
Width 6.4 m
Draught 2.4
Tonnage 167
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 7, 1973
Original Detection Year 1973
Last Detection Year 1992
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H7890/68 13.7.73 ST ON REEFS AT REUNION IN 211900S, 554900E. (LL 213). PLOTS ON LAND. INS ST IN 211900S, 554906E. NE 1497. 28.10.92 NOT SHOWN ON FR 7035 [1985 EDN]. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Aug 5, 2019

Circumstances of loss

BROKE IN TWO ON REEFS AT REUNION. (LL).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 21 19 S,55 49.1 E
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FAQ

Where is the FONG KUO wreck located?

The FONG KUO wreck is located at coordinates 21 19 S,55 49.1 E.

How deep is the seabed around the FONG KUO?

The seabed around the FONG KUO lies at approximately 2 meters deep.

When did the FONG KUO sink?

The FONG KUO sank on Jul 7, 1973.

When was the wreck of the FONG KUO discovered?

The wreck of the FONG KUO was discovered in 1973.

What was the tonnage of the FONG KUO?

The FONG KUO had a tonnage of 167 tons.

What type of wreck is the FONG KUO?

The FONG KUO is classified as a factory ship.