King Tai Seng Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
King tai seng Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
8 0 N,116 45 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 8.000000
  • Longitude: 116.750000
Water Depth 190 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name KING TAI SENG
Type fishing vessel
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 7, 1976
Original Detection Year 1976
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 13.12.76 VERY APPROX POSN OF SINKING 080000N, 1170000E. (LL 10.12.76). PLOTS ASHORE. POSN 080000N, 1164500E FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Apr 7, 2015

Circumstances of loss

SANK, CAUSE NOT REPORTED. CREW RESCUED N OF BORNEO, BUT POSN UNCLEAR. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the KING TAI SENG wreck located?

The KING TAI SENG wreck is located at coordinates 8 0 N,116 45 E.

How deep is the seabed around the KING TAI SENG?

The seabed around the KING TAI SENG lies at approximately 190 meters deep.

When did the KING TAI SENG sink?

The KING TAI SENG sank on Dec 7, 1976.

When was the wreck of the KING TAI SENG discovered?

The wreck of the KING TAI SENG was discovered in 1976.

What type of wreck is the KING TAI SENG?

The KING TAI SENG is classified as a fishing vessel.