Red Star No.240 & Red Star No.245 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Red star no.240 & red star no.245 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
23 7.5 N,113 11 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 23.125000
  • Longitude: 113.183333
Water Depth 2 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name RED STAR NO.240 & RED STAR NO.245
Type ferry
Flag CN
Cargo personnel
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 4, 1975
Original Detection Year 1975
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 18.8.75 18.8.75 VESSELS SANK 50 MILES FROM CANTON. (LL 16.8.75). FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Jan 16, 2006

Circumstances of loss

TWO FERRIES SANK AFTER COLLISION IN HEAVY RAINSTORM IN THE WEST RIVER, 50 MILES FROM CANTON. (LL).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 23 7.5 N,113 11 E
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FAQ

Where is the RED STAR NO.240 & RED STAR NO.245 wreck located?

The RED STAR NO.240 & RED STAR NO.245 wreck is located at coordinates 23 7.5 N,113 11 E.

How deep is the seabed around the RED STAR NO.240 & RED STAR NO.245?

The seabed around the RED STAR NO.240 & RED STAR NO.245 lies at approximately 2 meters deep.

When did the RED STAR NO.240 & RED STAR NO.245 sink?

The RED STAR NO.240 & RED STAR NO.245 sank on Aug 4, 1975.

When was the wreck of the RED STAR NO.240 & RED STAR NO.245 discovered?

The wreck of the RED STAR NO.240 & RED STAR NO.245 was discovered in 1975.

What country did the RED STAR NO.240 & RED STAR NO.245 belong to?

The RED STAR NO.240 & RED STAR NO.245 belonged to CN.

What cargo was the RED STAR NO.240 & RED STAR NO.245 carrying?

The RED STAR NO.240 & RED STAR NO.245 was carrying personnel.

What type of wreck is the RED STAR NO.240 & RED STAR NO.245?

The RED STAR NO.240 & RED STAR NO.245 is classified as a ferry.