Kwang Myung No 77 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Kwang myung no 77 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		8 39 N,111 55 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 8.650000
  • Longitude: 111.916667
Water Depth 1 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Lowest Low Water
Name KWANG MYUNG NO 77
Type fishing vessel
Flag JP
Length 46.9 m
Width 7.6 m
Draught 3
Tonnage 346
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 13, 1974
Original Detection Year 1974
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 2.9.75 2.9.75 ST IN 083900N, 1115500E APPROX. (LL 2.9.75). NC 3482.
Last Amended Date Oct 26, 1994

Circumstances of loss

STRANDED ON SPRATLY ISLAND REEF DURING TYPHOON `ELAINE' AND HAD EXPLOSION ON BOARD. (LL).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 8 39 N,111 55 E
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FAQ

Where is the KWANG MYUNG NO 77 wreck located?

The KWANG MYUNG NO 77 wreck is located at coordinates 8 39 N,111 55 E.

How deep is the seabed around the KWANG MYUNG NO 77?

The seabed around the KWANG MYUNG NO 77 lies at approximately 1 meter deep.

When did the KWANG MYUNG NO 77 sink?

The KWANG MYUNG NO 77 sank on Oct 13, 1974.

When was the wreck of the KWANG MYUNG NO 77 discovered?

The wreck of the KWANG MYUNG NO 77 was discovered in 1974.

What country did the KWANG MYUNG NO 77 belong to?

The KWANG MYUNG NO 77 belonged to JP.

What was the tonnage of the KWANG MYUNG NO 77?

The KWANG MYUNG NO 77 had a tonnage of 346 tons.

What type of wreck is the KWANG MYUNG NO 77?

The KWANG MYUNG NO 77 is classified as a fishing vessel.

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