Hwa Shing No.51 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Hwa shing no.51 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		3 0 S,131 46 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -3.000000
  • Longitude: 131.766667
Water Depth 102 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HWA SHING NO.51
Type factory ship
Tonnage 164
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 18, 1975
Original Detection Year 1975
Last Detection Year 2016
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 27.10.75 VESSEL STRANDED IN 030000S, 1314600E APPROX. (LLOYDS VOL.221) NCA,QUOTED POSN PLOTS IN 102MTRS.
Last Amended Date Nov 6, 2019

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL OF STEEL CONSTRUCTION, BUILT 1974, REPORTED STRANDED OFF CERAM ISLAND IN THE BANDA SEA. NO LEAKAGE DISCOVERED, ASSISTANCE REQUESTED. (LLOYDS VOL.221)

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FAQ

Where is the HWA SHING NO.51 wreck located?

The HWA SHING NO.51 wreck is located at coordinates 3 0 S,131 46 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HWA SHING NO.51?

The seabed around the HWA SHING NO.51 lies at approximately 102 meters deep.

When did the HWA SHING NO.51 sink?

The HWA SHING NO.51 sank on Aug 18, 1975.

When was the wreck of the HWA SHING NO.51 discovered?

The wreck of the HWA SHING NO.51 was discovered in 1975.

What was the tonnage of the HWA SHING NO.51?

The HWA SHING NO.51 had a tonnage of 164 tons.

What type of wreck is the HWA SHING NO.51?

The HWA SHING NO.51 is classified as a factory ship.

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