Bow Reidun (Forward Section) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Bow reidun (forward section) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		21 47 N,119 23 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 21.783333
  • Longitude: 119.383333
Water Depth 2200 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Low Water
Name BOW REIDUN (FORWARD SECTION)
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 2017
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Oct 19, 2017

Surveying Details

HH549/350/01 25.1.91 FORWARD PART SANK 70M SW OF KAO-HSIUNG. (LL, 20.12.90). PLOTS IN 214700N, 1192300E APPROX, IN OVER 2000MTRS - SEE ALSO 221500N, 119000 0E [122800850]. 24.12.90 'SHIP FOUND SUNKEN AT 233000N, 1190000E APPROX (ABOUT 30M W OF MA-KUNG)'. (TAIWAN NM 69/90 DTD 24.12.90). NCA.

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). EXPLODED AND BROKE IN TWO. AFTER PART SANK QUICKLY. FORWARD PART REMAINED AFLOAT FOR SEVERAL HOURS BEFORE SINKING. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the BOW REIDUN (FORWARD SECTION) wreck located?

The BOW REIDUN (FORWARD SECTION) wreck is located at coordinates 21 47 N,119 23 E.

How deep is the seabed around the BOW REIDUN (FORWARD SECTION)?

The seabed around the BOW REIDUN (FORWARD SECTION) lies at approximately 2200 meters deep.

When did the BOW REIDUN (FORWARD SECTION) sink?

The BOW REIDUN (FORWARD SECTION) sank on Dec 18, 1990.

When was the wreck of the BOW REIDUN (FORWARD SECTION) discovered?

The wreck of the BOW REIDUN (FORWARD SECTION) was discovered in 1990.

What country did the BOW REIDUN (FORWARD SECTION) belong to?

The BOW REIDUN (FORWARD SECTION) belonged to NO.

What cargo was the BOW REIDUN (FORWARD SECTION) carrying?

The BOW REIDUN (FORWARD SECTION) was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the BOW REIDUN (FORWARD SECTION)?

The BOW REIDUN (FORWARD SECTION) had a tonnage of 17641 tons.

What type of wreck is the BOW REIDUN (FORWARD SECTION)?

The BOW REIDUN (FORWARD SECTION) is classified as a tanker.

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