Hsien Teh Iii Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Hsien teh iii Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		48 30 S,59 43 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -48.500000
  • Longitude: -59.716667
Water Depth 500 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HSIEN TEH III
Type fishing vessel
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 28, 1986
Original Detection Year 1986
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H3496/85 3.7.86 WK IN 483000S, 594300W REPORTED ABANDONED, BURNING AND LISTING 30DEGS AT 300900Q MAY. (FALKLANDS NAVWARN 29/86). ASSUMED SUNK. NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

CAUGHT FIRE AFTER BEING FIRED UPON BY ARGENTINE COAST GUARD CUTTER, PREFECTO DERBES, WHEN TRYING TO EVADE ARREST. LATER SANK AFTER BEING ABANDONED. 20 CREWMEN WERE RESCUED, ONE MAN DIED. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the HSIEN TEH III wreck located?

The HSIEN TEH III wreck is located at coordinates 48 30 S,59 43 W.

How deep is the seabed around the HSIEN TEH III?

The seabed around the HSIEN TEH III lies at approximately 500 meters deep.

When did the HSIEN TEH III sink?

The HSIEN TEH III sank on May 28, 1986.

When was the wreck of the HSIEN TEH III discovered?

The wreck of the HSIEN TEH III was discovered in 1986.

What type of wreck is the HSIEN TEH III?

The HSIEN TEH III is classified as a fishing vessel.

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