Hsin Ping 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
Hsin ping Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
22 19 N,114 20 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 22.316667
  • Longitude: 114.333333
Water Depth 22 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HSIN PING
Type steam ship
Length 79.6 m
Width 13.4 m
Draught 5.2
Tonnage 2039
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 2, 1937
Original Detection Year 1937
Last Detection Year 2006
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Surveying Details STRANDED IN 221900N, 1142000E APPROX. (BRITISH STANDARD SHIPS OF WW1). NCA, POSN FOR FILING ONLY. 16.1.06 NOT SHOWN ON HONG KONG 2501 [2ND EDN JAN '06]. AMENDED TO DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Sep 21, 2009

Circumstances of loss

EX-WAR CROSS. BUILT 1917. RAN ASHORE IN TYPHOON AT HONG KONG. (BRITISH STANDARD SHIPS OF WW1).

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FAQ

Where is the HSIN PING wreck located?

The HSIN PING wreck is located at coordinates 22 19 N,114 20 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HSIN PING?

The seabed around the HSIN PING lies at approximately 22 meters deep.

When did the HSIN PING sink?

The HSIN PING sank on Sep 2, 1937.

When was the wreck of the HSIN PING discovered?

The wreck of the HSIN PING was discovered in 1937.

What was the tonnage of the HSIN PING?

The HSIN PING had a tonnage of 2039 tons.

What type of wreck is the HSIN PING?

The HSIN PING is classified as a steam ship.