Sun Life Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Sun life Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		19 24 N,121 5 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 19.400000
  • Longitude: 121.083333
Water Depth 2600 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SUN LIFE
Type carrier
Flag PA
Length 119.5 m
Width 16.5 m
Draught 8.5
Tonnage 4590
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo timber
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 20, 1982
Original Detection Year 1982
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H1274/83 2.2.83 REPORTED SUNK IN 192400N, 1210500E APPROX. (LL, 21.12.82 & 17.1.83). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Oct 16, 2014

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 170 BY MITSUBISHI HEAVY INDUSTRIES LTD, SHOMONOSEKI. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY LASNSING CORP SA. PASSAGE TANJONG MANI, SARAWAK, FOR TOKYO. DEVELOPED LEAKS IN NOS 1 & 2 HOLDS. ABANDONED AND SANK. CREW RECOVERED. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the SUN LIFE wreck located?

The SUN LIFE wreck is located at coordinates 19 24 N,121 5 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SUN LIFE?

The seabed around the SUN LIFE lies at approximately 2600 meters deep.

When did the SUN LIFE sink?

The SUN LIFE sank on Dec 20, 1982.

When was the wreck of the SUN LIFE discovered?

The wreck of the SUN LIFE was discovered in 1982.

What country did the SUN LIFE belong to?

The SUN LIFE belonged to PA.

What cargo was the SUN LIFE carrying?

The SUN LIFE was carrying timber.

What was the tonnage of the SUN LIFE?

The SUN LIFE had a tonnage of 4590 tons.

What type of wreck is the SUN LIFE?

The SUN LIFE is classified as a carrier.

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