Ming Kuo No.31 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Ming kuo no.31 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		7 56 N,84 18 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 7.933333
  • Longitude: 84.300000
Water Depth 3800 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MING KUO NO.31
Type factory ship
Tonnage 421
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo fish
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 7, 1981
Original Detection Year 1981
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 20.3.81 CAUGHT FIRE IN 081200N, 860800E APPROX, ON 4.2.81 & ABANDONED IN 075600N, 841800E APPROX ON 7.2.1981. (LLOYDS MARINE TOTAL LOSSES MAR '81). NCA, PLOTS IN OVER 3000MTRS. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Jul 28, 2009

Circumstances of loss

BUILT 1974. CAUGHT FIRE IN THE ENGINE ROOM, S OF SRI LANKA & ABANDONED WHILE STILL DRIFTING, PRESUMED SUNK. ALL CREW SAFELY RESCUED. (LLOYDS VOL.243 & LLOYDS MARINE TOTAL LOSSES MAR '81)

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FAQ

Where is the MING KUO NO.31 wreck located?

The MING KUO NO.31 wreck is located at coordinates 7 56 N,84 18 E.

How deep is the seabed around the MING KUO NO.31?

The seabed around the MING KUO NO.31 lies at approximately 3800 meters deep.

When did the MING KUO NO.31 sink?

The MING KUO NO.31 sank on Feb 7, 1981.

When was the wreck of the MING KUO NO.31 discovered?

The wreck of the MING KUO NO.31 was discovered in 1981.

What cargo was the MING KUO NO.31 carrying?

The MING KUO NO.31 was carrying fish.

What was the tonnage of the MING KUO NO.31?

The MING KUO NO.31 had a tonnage of 421 tons.

What type of wreck is the MING KUO NO.31?

The MING KUO NO.31 is classified as a factory ship.

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