Hong Tong 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
Hong tong Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
24 14.283 N,120 28.35 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 24.238050
  • Longitude: 120.472500
Water Depth 8 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HONG TONG
Type motor vessel
Flag PA
Tonnage 3687
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 4, 1979
Original Detection Year 1979
Last Detection Year 1985
Original Source national HO/authority charts
Surveying Details H2095/80 18.1.80 H2095/80 18.1.80 STRANDED IN 241417N, 1202821E. (TAIWAN 49/79). NCA. H2095/80 18.1.80 H2095/80 18.1.80 BEING SOLD & REMOVAL SHOULD BEGIN 1-2 MTHS. (LLOYDS AGENT, TLX DTD 7.1.80). H3301/75 20.2.81 H3301/75 20.2.81 REPEAT. (LL 11 & 18.2.81). 28.6.84 28.6.84 NOT ON JAP 525, RECD OCT 83 11.6.85 11.6.85 SHOWN ON TAIWAN 0357 AS ST IN 241417N, 1202821E. INS ST. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Aug 22, 2019

Circumstances of loss

AGROUND WITH BROKEN BACK. WRECK BEING SOLD & REMOVED WITHIN NEXT COUPLE OF MONTHS. (LL).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 24 14.283 N,120 28.35 E
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FAQ

Where is the HONG TONG wreck located?

The HONG TONG wreck is located at coordinates 24 14.283 N,120 28.35 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HONG TONG?

The seabed around the HONG TONG lies at approximately 8 meters deep.

When did the HONG TONG sink?

The HONG TONG sank on Oct 4, 1979.

When was the wreck of the HONG TONG discovered?

The wreck of the HONG TONG was discovered in 1979.

What country did the HONG TONG belong to?

The HONG TONG belonged to PA.

What was the tonnage of the HONG TONG?

The HONG TONG had a tonnage of 3687 tons.

What type of wreck is the HONG TONG?

The HONG TONG is classified as a motor vessel.