Chul Wang Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Chul wang Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		35 37.517 N,129 52.2 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 35.625283
  • Longitude: 129.870000
Water Depth 140 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CHUL WANG
Type motor vessel
Flag KP
Length 69.4 m
Width 10.5 m
Draught 4.6
Tonnage 999
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo metal: concentrate and products,oil
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 20, 1991
Original Detection Year 1991
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details HH557/350/02 11.7.91 HH557/350/02 11.7.91 SANK IN 353731N, 1295212E APPROX IN 140MTRS. (LL, 27.6.91). NCA, POSN FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Jan 27, 2009

Circumstances of loss

EX- DONG SEUNG [1981], BUILT IN 1979 BY PUSAN SHIPBUILDING & ENGINEERING CO LTD, BUSAN. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY KEUM YANG SHIPPING CO LTD. PASSAGE POHANG FOR OSAKA. SANK FOLLOWING A COLLISION WITH TRAWLER MINDULLE NO.9 OFF ULSAN. ALL CREW WERE SAFELY RESCUED. (MSD)

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FAQ

Where is the CHUL WANG wreck located?

The CHUL WANG wreck is located at coordinates 35 37.517 N,129 52.2 E.

How deep is the seabed around the CHUL WANG?

The seabed around the CHUL WANG lies at approximately 140 meters deep.

When did the CHUL WANG sink?

The CHUL WANG sank on Jun 20, 1991.

When was the wreck of the CHUL WANG discovered?

The wreck of the CHUL WANG was discovered in 1991.

What country did the CHUL WANG belong to?

The CHUL WANG belonged to KP.

What cargo was the CHUL WANG carrying?

The CHUL WANG was carrying metal: concentrate and products,oil.

What was the tonnage of the CHUL WANG?

The CHUL WANG had a tonnage of 999 tons.

What type of wreck is the CHUL WANG?

The CHUL WANG is classified as a motor vessel.

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