Hsin Lee Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Hsin lee Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
23 54 N,118 37 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 23.900000
  • Longitude: 118.616667
Water Depth 60 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HSIN LEE
Type carrier
Flag LR
Length 107.9 m
Width 15.2 m
Draught 7.9
Tonnage 3568
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo cement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 12, 1972
Original Detection Year 1972
Last Detection Year 2010
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 13.12.72 VESSEL SUNK IN 235200N, 1185000E APPROX. (LLOYDS 210). NCA. 18.12.72 VESSEL REPORTED LOST IN 235400N, 1183700E APPROX IN 60MTRS. (LL 210). NCA. 3.2.76 WRECK SHOWN IN 235400N, 1183700E ON CHINESE 0013. NCA. 22.4.81 NOT SHOWN ON PRC 9314. NCA.
Last Amended Date Nov 8, 2019

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1957 BY ONOMICHI ZOSEN, ONOMICHI. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY HSIN LEE NAV CORP. PASSAGE YOSU, SOUTH KOREA FOR CHITTAGONG. CAPSIZED AND SANK DURING A VIOLENT STORM. 21 OF THE 24 MAN CREW LOST. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the HSIN LEE wreck located?

The HSIN LEE wreck is located at coordinates 23 54 N,118 37 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HSIN LEE?

The seabed around the HSIN LEE lies at approximately 60 meters deep.

When did the HSIN LEE sink?

The HSIN LEE sank on Dec 12, 1972.

When was the wreck of the HSIN LEE discovered?

The wreck of the HSIN LEE was discovered in 1972.

What country did the HSIN LEE belong to?

The HSIN LEE belonged to LR.

What cargo was the HSIN LEE carrying?

The HSIN LEE was carrying cement.

What was the tonnage of the HSIN LEE?

The HSIN LEE had a tonnage of 3568 tons.

What type of wreck is the HSIN LEE?

The HSIN LEE is classified as a carrier.