Viking Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Viking Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		16 0 N,116 0 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 16.000000
  • Longitude: 116.000000
Water Depth 4150 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name VIKING
Type tug
Flag PH
Tonnage 497
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 29, 1978
Original Detection Year 1978
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 10.1.79 BELIEVED SUNK IN 160000N, 1160000E, POSN DOUBTFUL. (LLOYDS). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date May 3, 2000

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE SINGAPORE FOR KAOHSIUNG, WITH 5000 TON DWT BARGE IN TOW. REPORTED TAKING IN WATER DURING TYPHOON 'LOLA'. SEARCH VESSELS UNABLE TO LOCATE TUG AND THEREFORE PRESUMED SUNK BETWEEN SCARBOROUGH SHOAL AND MACCLESFIELD BANK.

General Comments

LOST WITH BARGE UNDER TOW

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FAQ

Where is the VIKING wreck located?

The VIKING wreck is located at coordinates 16 0 N,116 0 E.

How deep is the seabed around the VIKING?

The seabed around the VIKING lies at approximately 4150 meters deep.

When did the VIKING sink?

The VIKING sank on Sep 29, 1978.

When was the wreck of the VIKING discovered?

The wreck of the VIKING was discovered in 1978.

What country did the VIKING belong to?

The VIKING belonged to PH.

What was the tonnage of the VIKING?

The VIKING had a tonnage of 497 tons.

What type of wreck is the VIKING?

The VIKING is classified as a tug.

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