Asian Speeder Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Asian speeder Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		16 34 N,17 39 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 16.566667
  • Longitude: -17.650000
Water Depth 2400 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ASIAN SPEEDER
Type motor vessel
Flag PA
Length 127.7 m
Width 18 m
Draught 7.3
Tonnage 5816
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo timber
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 16, 1983
Original Detection Year 1983
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H3008/80 4.3.83 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 163400N, 173900W APPROX IN 2400MTRS. (LLOYDS VOL.251). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Jan 11, 2010

Circumstances of loss

BUILT 1971 BY USUKI TEKKOSHO, SAIKI. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY LOTUS S.S. CORPORATION. PASSAGE CAPE PALMAS, LIBERIA FOR EUROPE. ABANDONED, FOLLOWING FLOODING IN ENGINE-ROOM & HOLD. LATER SANK WHILE UNDER TOW TO DAKAR. ALL CREW SAFE. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the ASIAN SPEEDER wreck located?

The ASIAN SPEEDER wreck is located at coordinates 16 34 N,17 39 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ASIAN SPEEDER?

The seabed around the ASIAN SPEEDER lies at approximately 2400 meters deep.

When did the ASIAN SPEEDER sink?

The ASIAN SPEEDER sank on Feb 16, 1983.

When was the wreck of the ASIAN SPEEDER discovered?

The wreck of the ASIAN SPEEDER was discovered in 1983.

What country did the ASIAN SPEEDER belong to?

The ASIAN SPEEDER belonged to PA.

What cargo was the ASIAN SPEEDER carrying?

The ASIAN SPEEDER was carrying timber.

What was the tonnage of the ASIAN SPEEDER?

The ASIAN SPEEDER had a tonnage of 5816 tons.

What type of wreck is the ASIAN SPEEDER?

The ASIAN SPEEDER is classified as a motor vessel.

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