Phuc Xuan 68 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Phuc xuan 68 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		12 3.617 N,109 22.433 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 12.060283
  • Longitude: 109.373883
Water Depth 92 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Low Water
Name Phuc Xuan 68
Type motor vessel
Tonnage 1970
Tonnage Type displacement
Cargo iron ingots
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 9, 2014
Original Detection Year 2014
Last Detection Year 2022
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Surveying Details SEP 2014/000250477 9.11.14 SANK IN 1203.133N, 10922.000E [WGD]. (VIETNAMESE NM 181/14). INS AS NDW.
Last Amended Date Feb 6, 2024

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE HAI PHONG CITY FOR VANG TAN. CARGO IRON. SANK FOLLOWING COLLISION IN POOR WEATHER WITH M GEN CARGO NARN VY 69 (2458 DWT). 3 RECOVERED, 8 MISSING.

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FAQ

Where is the Phuc Xuan 68 wreck located?

The Phuc Xuan 68 wreck is located at coordinates 12 3.617 N,109 22.433 E.

How deep is the seabed around the Phuc Xuan 68?

The seabed around the Phuc Xuan 68 lies at approximately 92 meters deep.

When did the Phuc Xuan 68 sink?

The Phuc Xuan 68 sank on Nov 9, 2014.

When was the wreck of the Phuc Xuan 68 discovered?

The wreck of the Phuc Xuan 68 was discovered in 2014.

What cargo was the Phuc Xuan 68 carrying?

The Phuc Xuan 68 was carrying iron ingots.

What was the tonnage of the Phuc Xuan 68?

The Phuc Xuan 68 had a tonnage of 1970 tons.

What type of wreck is the Phuc Xuan 68?

The Phuc Xuan 68 is classified as a motor vessel.

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