Kin Ling No.1 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Kin ling no.1 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		31 50 N,25 25 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 31.833333
  • Longitude: -25.416667
Water Depth 5120 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name KIN LING NO.1
Type fishing vessel
Tonnage 280
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo fish
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 14, 1977
Original Detection Year 1977
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 17.3.77 17.3.77 WK IN 315000N, 252500W. (LL VOL. 227). NCA, POSN FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Aug 23, 2010

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1968. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY KAO YA FISHERY CO LTD, KAOHSIUNG. REPORTED TO HAVE CAPSIZED AFTER FIRE STARTING IN THE GALLEY AND SPREAD TO ENGINE ROOM, THEN SANK FOLLOWING THE ENGINE ROOM FLOODING. ALL CHINESE CREW SAFELY RESCUED. (LL VOL. 227)

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 31 50 N,25 25 W
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FAQ

Where is the KIN LING NO.1 wreck located?

The KIN LING NO.1 wreck is located at coordinates 31 50 N,25 25 W.

How deep is the seabed around the KIN LING NO.1?

The seabed around the KIN LING NO.1 lies at approximately 5120 meters deep.

When did the KIN LING NO.1 sink?

The KIN LING NO.1 sank on Mar 14, 1977.

When was the wreck of the KIN LING NO.1 discovered?

The wreck of the KIN LING NO.1 was discovered in 1977.

What cargo was the KIN LING NO.1 carrying?

The KIN LING NO.1 was carrying fish.

What was the tonnage of the KIN LING NO.1?

The KIN LING NO.1 had a tonnage of 280 tons.

What type of wreck is the KIN LING NO.1?

The KIN LING NO.1 is classified as a fishing vessel.

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