Grenadier Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Grenadier Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
9 28.777 N,106 23.105 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 9.479617
  • Longitude: 106.385083
Water Depth 4 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GRENADIER
Type tug
Length 34.7 m
Width 7.6 m
Draught 4.3
Tonnage 272
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1968
Last Detection Year 2019
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H5489/51 27.2.69 ST IN 092848N, 1062342E. (LL 25.9.68). BR STD. H5489/51 7.3.69 USNM 4/69(564) GIVES APPROX POSN OF WK. NCA. H2773/69 31.10.69 USNM 5/69 GIVER A MORE ACCURATE POSN, HOWEVER COMPARASION BETWEEN US 6242 & BA 3986 IS DIFFICULT. NCA. 31.10.72 DW IN 092848N 1062345E SHOWN ON US 93340. NE 3986. RSDRA2025000116073 13.05.25 WRECK NOT LOCATED IN FG CHART (2024). (VIETNAMESE CHART VN4HG002). AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date May 13, 2025

Circumstances of loss

REPORTED TO HAVE GROUNDED AND CAPSIZED AT THE MOUTH OF THE LOWER BASSAC RIVER. (LL).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 9 28.777 N,106 23.105 E
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FAQ

Where is the GRENADIER wreck located?

The GRENADIER wreck is located at coordinates 9 28.777 N,106 23.105 E.

How deep is the seabed around the GRENADIER?

The seabed around the GRENADIER lies at approximately 4 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the GRENADIER discovered?

The wreck of the GRENADIER was discovered in 1968.

What was the tonnage of the GRENADIER?

The GRENADIER had a tonnage of 272 tons.

What type of wreck is the GRENADIER?

The GRENADIER is classified as a tug.