Luk Hong 2302 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Luk hong 2302 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		22 20 N,114 4 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 22.333333
  • Longitude: 114.066667
Water Depth 21 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name LUK HONG 2302
Type inshore vessel
Flag CN
Length 25.9 m
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 7, 1988
Original Detection Year 1988
Last Detection Year 2003
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Aug 26, 2006

Surveying Details

H2868/85 1.3.88 SANK AT KAP SHUI MUN, OFF TAI LAM IN NEW TERRITORIES, HONG KONG. (LL, 9.2.88) NCA, POSN 222000N, 1140400E FOR FILING ONLY. H2868/85 19.4.88 WAS MOVED INTO SHALLOWER WATER & BEACHED NEAR SIU LAM, DURING ATTEMPTS TO LOCATE MISSING SEAMEN. THOUGHT TO BE TRAPPED IN HULL. (LL, 3.3.88) INFORMATION TOO VAGUE TO AMEND POSN. NCA. 14.7.03 NOT SHOWN ON HONG KONG 1502 [FEB '03 EDN, ADOPTION]. SOURCE DATA DIAGRAM SHOWS WATERS OFF SIU LAM SURVEYED 1998-2003. AMENDED TO DEAD. NC 4122.

Circumstances of loss

10.2.88 VESSEL CAPSIZED AND SANK, WHEN ALTERING COURSE SHARPLY TO AVOID A COLLISION, IN KAP SHUI MUN, WHILST ON PASSAGE SHUNDE TO LUK FENG. 4 LIVES LOST. (LL, 9 & 10.2.88, & 3.3.88)

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FAQ

Where is the LUK HONG 2302 wreck located?

The LUK HONG 2302 wreck is located at coordinates 22 20 N,114 4 E.

How deep is the seabed around the LUK HONG 2302?

The seabed around the LUK HONG 2302 lies at approximately 21 meters deep.

When did the LUK HONG 2302 sink?

The LUK HONG 2302 sank on Feb 7, 1988.

When was the wreck of the LUK HONG 2302 discovered?

The wreck of the LUK HONG 2302 was discovered in 1988.

What country did the LUK HONG 2302 belong to?

The LUK HONG 2302 belonged to CN.

What cargo was the LUK HONG 2302 carrying?

The LUK HONG 2302 was carrying ballast.

What type of wreck is the LUK HONG 2302?

The LUK HONG 2302 is classified as a inshore vessel.

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