Mae Ping Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Mae ping Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
10 55.12 N,100 24.81 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 10.918667
  • Longitude: 100.413500
Water Depth 52 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Low Water
Name MAE PING
Type tanker
Flag TH
Length 53.2 m
Width 9.6 m
Draught 3.4
Tonnage 558
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 11, 1982
Original Detection Year 1983
Last Detection Year 2024
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H3214/71 3.6.83 SANK IN 105500N, 1002500E IN GENERAL DEPTH 30MTRS (?FMS). TO BE LEFT AS IS. (LL, 7.3.83). POSN FOR FILING ONLY. 11.1.06 RECORD REVIEWED. INS AS NDWPA. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Aug 27, 2025

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1966 BY YAMANISHI ZOSEN KK, ISHINOMAKI. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY TOR PHAIBUL TRANSPORT LTD. PASSAGE PAK PANANG FOR SIRACHA. SANK FOLLOWING FLOODING OF ENGINE ROOM IN HEAVY WEATHER. (MSD).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 10 55.12 N,100 24.81 E
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FAQ

Where is the MAE PING wreck located?

The MAE PING wreck is located at coordinates 10 55.12 N,100 24.81 E.

How deep is the seabed around the MAE PING?

The seabed around the MAE PING lies at approximately 52 meters deep.

When did the MAE PING sink?

The MAE PING sank on Sep 11, 1982.

When was the wreck of the MAE PING discovered?

The wreck of the MAE PING was discovered in 1983.

What country did the MAE PING belong to?

The MAE PING belonged to TH.

What cargo was the MAE PING carrying?

The MAE PING was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the MAE PING?

The MAE PING had a tonnage of 558 tons.

What type of wreck is the MAE PING?

The MAE PING is classified as a tanker.