Billy-4 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Billy-4 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		13 22.2 N,121 34.2 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 13.370000
  • Longitude: 121.570000
Water Depth 450 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BILLY-4
Type tanker
Flag PH
Tonnage 499
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo flammable liquids and gases,gas
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 12, 1995
Original Detection Year 1995
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details HH552/705/02 21.12.95 SANK IN 132212N, 1213412E APPROX. (LL, 13.12.95). PLOTS IN 450MTRS. NCA.
Last Amended Date Nov 18, 2014

Circumstances of loss

13.12.95 CAPSIZED AND LATER SANK OFF POLA BAY, 75M S OF MANILA, AFTER HULL DAMAGE IN HEAVY WEATHER. 15 OF CREW RESCUED, ONE MAN LOST. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY GRAND ASIAN SHIPPING LINES. (LL, 13.12.95).

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FAQ

Where is the BILLY-4 wreck located?

The BILLY-4 wreck is located at coordinates 13 22.2 N,121 34.2 E.

How deep is the seabed around the BILLY-4?

The seabed around the BILLY-4 lies at approximately 450 meters deep.

When did the BILLY-4 sink?

The BILLY-4 sank on Dec 12, 1995.

When was the wreck of the BILLY-4 discovered?

The wreck of the BILLY-4 was discovered in 1995.

What country did the BILLY-4 belong to?

The BILLY-4 belonged to PH.

What cargo was the BILLY-4 carrying?

The BILLY-4 was carrying flammable liquids and gases,gas.

What was the tonnage of the BILLY-4?

The BILLY-4 had a tonnage of 499 tons.

What type of wreck is the BILLY-4?

The BILLY-4 is classified as a tanker.

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