Kyung Shin Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Kyung shin Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		36 5.5 N,129 38.167 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 36.091667
  • Longitude: 129.636117
Water Depth 95 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name KYUNG SHIN
Type tanker
Flag KP
Length 74.2 m
Width 11.5 m
Draught 5.7
Tonnage 995
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo oil
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 24, 1988
Original Detection Year 1988
Last Detection Year 1991
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H2901/87 9.8.88 H2901/87 9.8.88 SANK IN 360530N, 1293810E APPROX, IN 95MTRS OF WATER. (LL, 30.7.88). INS AS NDW PA. BR STD. HH557/350/02 21.8.91 HH557/350/02 21.8.91 ABOVE CONFIRMED. (ROK NM 242/91). NFA.
Last Amended Date Aug 9, 1988

Circumstances of loss

EX-EASTERN BRIGHT (1987), EX-HAKURYU MARU (1982), EX-KOJU MARU, BUILT IN 1970 BY ASAKAWA ZOSEN, IMABARI. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY KYUNG SHIN SHIPPING CO LTD. ENCOUNTERED BAD WEATHER AND SANK OFF POHANG. (MSD)

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FAQ

Where is the KYUNG SHIN wreck located?

The KYUNG SHIN wreck is located at coordinates 36 5.5 N,129 38.167 E.

How deep is the seabed around the KYUNG SHIN?

The seabed around the KYUNG SHIN lies at approximately 95 meters deep.

When did the KYUNG SHIN sink?

The KYUNG SHIN sank on Feb 24, 1988.

When was the wreck of the KYUNG SHIN discovered?

The wreck of the KYUNG SHIN was discovered in 1988.

What country did the KYUNG SHIN belong to?

The KYUNG SHIN belonged to KP.

What cargo was the KYUNG SHIN carrying?

The KYUNG SHIN was carrying oil.

What was the tonnage of the KYUNG SHIN?

The KYUNG SHIN had a tonnage of 995 tons.

What type of wreck is the KYUNG SHIN?

The KYUNG SHIN is classified as a tanker.

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