China Fir Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
China fir Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		22 14.65 N,114 16.7 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 22.244167
  • Longitude: 114.278333
Water Depth 5 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CHINA FIR
Tonnage 5450
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 18, 1961
Original Detection Year 1961
Last Detection Year 1963
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Markers G CONL LT BUOY, GPFL(3)G.10S, CLOSE W
Last Amended Date Oct 15, 2008

Surveying Details

H2117/61 2.6.61 ST IN 221439N, 1141642E, OR 305DEGS, 4.5C FROM TATHONG PT LT. (LLOYDS & HONG KONG NMS 15, 21(T) & 32(T)/61) - FNM 48/61 & NM 1122/61. H2117/61 12.12.61 G CONL LT BUOY, GPFL(3)G.10S, LAID CLOSE W OF WK. (HONG KONG NMS 35(T) & 36/61) - FNM 121/61 & NM 2622/61. H2117/61 17.6.63 DELETE WK & BUOY. (HONG KONG NM 21/63) AMENDED TO DEAD. DELETE. - NM 1202/63.

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FAQ

Where is the CHINA FIR wreck located?

The CHINA FIR wreck is located at coordinates 22 14.65 N,114 16.7 E.

How deep is the seabed around the CHINA FIR?

The seabed around the CHINA FIR lies at approximately 5 meters deep.

When did the CHINA FIR sink?

The CHINA FIR sank on Apr 18, 1961.

When was the wreck of the CHINA FIR discovered?

The wreck of the CHINA FIR was discovered in 1961.

What was the tonnage of the CHINA FIR?

The CHINA FIR had a tonnage of 5450 tons.

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