Ta Peng No. 2 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Ta peng no. 2 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
21 37 N,63 34 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 21.616667
  • Longitude: 63.566667
Water Depth 3000 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name TA PENG NO. 2
Type motor vessel
Length 141.4 m
Width 18.3 m
Draught 10.1
Tonnage 7155
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 9, 1973
Original Detection Year 1973
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 11.9.73 SANK IN 213700N, 633400E APPROX. (LLOYDS 213). NCA, PLOTS IN 3000MTRS. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Jan 18, 2000

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT 1953, WHILST EN-ROUTE MORMUGAO TO BASRAH DEVELOPED HEAVY LIST AND SANK 180 MILES OFF OMAN. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY TA PENG SS CO. LTD. (LLOYDS 213 & MSD).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 21 37 N,63 34 E
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FAQ

Where is the TA PENG NO. 2 wreck located?

The TA PENG NO. 2 wreck is located at coordinates 21 37 N,63 34 E.

How deep is the seabed around the TA PENG NO. 2?

The seabed around the TA PENG NO. 2 lies at approximately 3000 meters deep.

When did the TA PENG NO. 2 sink?

The TA PENG NO. 2 sank on Sep 9, 1973.

When was the wreck of the TA PENG NO. 2 discovered?

The wreck of the TA PENG NO. 2 was discovered in 1973.

What cargo was the TA PENG NO. 2 carrying?

The TA PENG NO. 2 was carrying ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore.

What was the tonnage of the TA PENG NO. 2?

The TA PENG NO. 2 had a tonnage of 7155 tons.

What type of wreck is the TA PENG NO. 2?

The TA PENG NO. 2 is classified as a motor vessel.