Hongyi Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Hongyi Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		24 10 N,120 24 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 24.166667
  • Longitude: 120.400000
Water Depth 3 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HONGYI
Type motor vessel
Flag PA
Length 49.1 m
Width 8.2 m
Draught 3.4
Tonnage 299
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 31, 1991
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1991
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details HH549/350/01 8.5.91 HH549/350/01 8.5.91 SUNK 240800N, 1202530E, APPROX. LIES ON STBD SIDE WITH ONLY PORT BOW BULWARK, PART FOREMAST AND AFT RADAR MAST ATOP BRIDGE SHOWING. (LL, 12.4.91). [PLOTS ASHORE!]. STRANDED IN 241000N, 1202400E, APPROX. (TAIWAN NM 15/91). INS AS ST PA. BR STD.
Last Amended Date May 8, 1991

Circumstances of loss

12.4.91 EX- HILDAR. DEVELOPED LIST AFTER TAKING IN WATER THROUGH HATCH. WENT ASHORE AND SANK 20KM S OF TAICHUNG HBR WHILE ON PASSAGE MANILA TO OKINAWA. 4 OF 13 CREW LOST. (LL, 12.4.91).

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FAQ

Where is the HONGYI wreck located?

The HONGYI wreck is located at coordinates 24 10 N,120 24 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HONGYI?

The seabed around the HONGYI lies at approximately 3 meters deep.

When did the HONGYI sink?

The HONGYI sank on Mar 31, 1991.

When was the wreck of the HONGYI discovered?

The wreck of the HONGYI was discovered in 1991.

What country did the HONGYI belong to?

The HONGYI belonged to PA.

What cargo was the HONGYI carrying?

The HONGYI was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the HONGYI?

The HONGYI had a tonnage of 299 tons.

What type of wreck is the HONGYI?

The HONGYI is classified as a motor vessel.

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