Yuan Moa No.1 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Yuan moa no.1 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		18 57 S,177 52 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -18.950000
  • Longitude: 177.866667
Water Depth 2195 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name YUAN MOA NO.1
Type fishing vessel
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 14, 1973
Original Detection Year 1973
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Aug 28, 2003

Simplified Wreck Survey

The underwater wreck of the Yuan Moa No. 1 is located at coordinates 18 57 S, 177 52 E in the South Pacific Ocean near the Fiji Basin. This shipwreck was reported following a sinking event at this precise location in a general depth of 1200 fathoms. The site serves as a known underwater obstruction for maritime navigation records. Search and survey data for the Yuan Moa No. 1 wreck indicate the vessel reached its final resting position at 18 57 S, 177 52 E, marking a significant point of interest for hydrographic charting and underwater obstruction tracking in these deep waters.

Surveying Details

16.5.75 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 185700S, 1775200E IN GEN DEPTH OF 1200FMS. (LLOYDS 212).

Circumstances of loss

REPORTED STRANDED ON LEKALEKA REEF, W OF BEQA (MBENGGA) ISLAND. LATER REPORTED TO HAVE SPRUNG A LEAK IN THE ENGINE ROOM AND SUNK IN DEEP WATER. (LL).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 18 57 S,177 52 E
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FAQ

Where is the YUAN MOA NO.1 wreck located?

The YUAN MOA NO.1 wreck is located at coordinates 18 57 S,177 52 E.

How deep is the seabed around the YUAN MOA NO.1?

The seabed around the YUAN MOA NO.1 lies at approximately 2195 meters deep.

When did the YUAN MOA NO.1 sink?

The YUAN MOA NO.1 sank on May 14, 1973.

When was the wreck of the YUAN MOA NO.1 discovered?

The wreck of the YUAN MOA NO.1 was discovered in 1973.

What type of wreck is the YUAN MOA NO.1?

The YUAN MOA NO.1 is classified as a fishing vessel.

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