Hwa Pyung Ace Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Hwa pyung ace Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		32 9 N,127 18 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 32.150000
  • Longitude: 127.300000
Water Depth 118 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HWA PYUNG ACE
Type motor vessel
Flag KP
Length 88.6 m
Width 13 m
Draught 6.6
Tonnage 1992
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 29, 1985
Original Detection Year 1985
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Surveying Details H2992/71 26.3.85 H2992/71 26.3.85 NDW IN 320900N, 1271800E. (ROK NM 97/85). NC 3480.
Last Amended Date Apr 16, 1985

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1970 BY SHIN NANIWA DOCK CO., LTD., OSAKA. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY DONGHWA SHIPPING CO., LTD. PASSAGE BUSAN FOR KEELUNG. DEVELOPED A LIST AND SANK 7OM OFF CHEJU ISLAND, REPUBLIC OF KOREA, AFTER CARGO SHIFTED IN HEAVY WEATHER. 17 OF 20 CREW LOST. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the HWA PYUNG ACE wreck located?

The HWA PYUNG ACE wreck is located at coordinates 32 9 N,127 18 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HWA PYUNG ACE?

The seabed around the HWA PYUNG ACE lies at approximately 118 meters deep.

When did the HWA PYUNG ACE sink?

The HWA PYUNG ACE sank on Jan 29, 1985.

When was the wreck of the HWA PYUNG ACE discovered?

The wreck of the HWA PYUNG ACE was discovered in 1985.

What country did the HWA PYUNG ACE belong to?

The HWA PYUNG ACE belonged to KP.

What cargo was the HWA PYUNG ACE carrying?

The HWA PYUNG ACE was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the HWA PYUNG ACE?

The HWA PYUNG ACE had a tonnage of 1992 tons.

What type of wreck is the HWA PYUNG ACE?

The HWA PYUNG ACE is classified as a motor vessel.

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