Nhut Tao Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Nhut tao Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		16 20 N,111 15 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 16.333333
  • Longitude: 111.250000
Water Depth 1050 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name NHUT TAO
Type patrol boat
Flag VN
Length 56.4 m
Width 10.1 m
Draught 3
Tonnage 945
Tonnage Type displacement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 19, 1974
Original Detection Year 1974
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 24.1.74 VESSEL REPORTED LOST IN PARACEL ISLANDS AREA IN 162000N, 1111500E APPROX. (LL 215). NCA.
Last Amended Date Jul 23, 2004

Circumstances of loss

EX-USS SERENE. BUILT IN 1943. LATER TRANSFERRED TO S VIETNAMESE IN 1964. WAS HIT BY A CHINESE MISSILE DURING ACTION IN THE PARACAL ISLANDS AREA. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the NHUT TAO wreck located?

The NHUT TAO wreck is located at coordinates 16 20 N,111 15 E.

How deep is the seabed around the NHUT TAO?

The seabed around the NHUT TAO lies at approximately 1050 meters deep.

When did the NHUT TAO sink?

The NHUT TAO sank on Jan 19, 1974.

When was the wreck of the NHUT TAO discovered?

The wreck of the NHUT TAO was discovered in 1974.

What country did the NHUT TAO belong to?

The NHUT TAO belonged to VN.

What was the tonnage of the NHUT TAO?

The NHUT TAO had a tonnage of 945 tons.

What type of wreck is the NHUT TAO?

The NHUT TAO is classified as a patrol boat.

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