Nam Hae 270 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Nam hae 270 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
4 26.2 S,171 14.3 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -4.436667
  • Longitude: -171.238333
Water Depth 5 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name NAM HAE 270
Type fishing vessel
Flag KP
Length 29.9 m
Width 6.4 m
Draught 2.4
Orientation 260
Tonnage 159
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 30, 1971
Bottom Texture Coral
Original Detection Year 1971
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 7.5.71 STRANDED ON NORTH POINT OF SYDNEY ISLAND IN 042612S, 1711418W. HEADING 260DEGS, WITH 35DEGS LIST TO PORT, LYING ACROSS A CORAL TRENCH. (LLOYDS VOL.204). INS AS ST. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Nov 16, 1995

Circumstances of loss

RAN AGROUND IN DENSE FOG ON SYDNEY ISLAND. ALL 24 CREW SAVED. (LLOYDS VOL.204).

General Comments

35DEGS LIST TO PORT

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 4 26.2 S,171 14.3 W
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FAQ

Where is the NAM HAE 270 wreck located?

The NAM HAE 270 wreck is located at coordinates 4 26.2 S,171 14.3 W.

How deep is the seabed around the NAM HAE 270?

The seabed around the NAM HAE 270 lies at approximately 5 meters deep.

When did the NAM HAE 270 sink?

The NAM HAE 270 sank on Mar 30, 1971.

When was the wreck of the NAM HAE 270 discovered?

The wreck of the NAM HAE 270 was discovered in 1971.

What country did the NAM HAE 270 belong to?

The NAM HAE 270 belonged to KP.

What was the tonnage of the NAM HAE 270?

The NAM HAE 270 had a tonnage of 159 tons.

What type of wreck is the NAM HAE 270?

The NAM HAE 270 is classified as a fishing vessel.