Bow Reidun Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Bow reidun Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		22 29 N,119 14 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 22.483333
  • Longitude: 119.233333
Water Depth 125 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Indian Spring Low Water
Name BOW REIDUN
Type tanker
Flag NO
Length 171 m
Width 25.9 m
Draught 11.3
Tonnage 17641
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 18, 1990
Original Detection Year 1990
Last Detection Year 2021
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Surveying Details 28.1.91 SANK IN 221900N, 1191700E. (CASUALTY RETURNS, DEC'90). SANK 233000N, 119000E APPROX. (TAIWAN NM 69/90). NCA YET. HH549/350/01 7.3.91 SANK IN 222900N, 1191400E APPROX IN 69FMS. (T BERRY, HONG KONG MRCC, TLX 19.1.91). INS AS NDWPA.
Last Amended Date Dec 8, 2021

Circumstances of loss

EX-BOW FAGUS '89. BUILT IN 1975 BY OY WARSTILA AB, TURKU. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY K/S RIDUN. PASSAGE OSAKA FOR SINGAPORE. SANK FOLLWING MASSIVE EXPLOSION. TWO MEN LOST. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the BOW REIDUN wreck located?

The BOW REIDUN wreck is located at coordinates 22 29 N,119 14 E.

How deep is the seabed around the BOW REIDUN?

The seabed around the BOW REIDUN lies at approximately 125 meters deep.

When did the BOW REIDUN sink?

The BOW REIDUN sank on Dec 18, 1990.

When was the wreck of the BOW REIDUN discovered?

The wreck of the BOW REIDUN was discovered in 1990.

What country did the BOW REIDUN belong to?

The BOW REIDUN belonged to NO.

What cargo was the BOW REIDUN carrying?

The BOW REIDUN was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the BOW REIDUN?

The BOW REIDUN had a tonnage of 17641 tons.

What type of wreck is the BOW REIDUN?

The BOW REIDUN is classified as a tanker.

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