Rui Xiang Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Rui xiang Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
19 44 N,112 11 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 19.733333
  • Longitude: 112.183333
Water Depth 120 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name RUI XIANG
Type carrier
Flag VC
Length 106.4 m
Width 16.4 m
Draught 6.7
Tonnage 3744
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo timber
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 27, 2000
Original Detection Year 2000
Last Detection Year 2016
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details HH548/424/03 8.12.00 TAKING WATER IN 1944.0N, 11211E [UND]. UNDERSTOOD TO HAVE SUBSEQUENTLY SUNK. (LL 28.11.00). INS AS NDWPA. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Apr 24, 2018

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1980. TOOK WATER AND WAS IN DANGER OF SINKING. CREW OF 21 RECOVERED BY 'WL 2'. SUBSEQUENTLY SANK.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 19 44 N,112 11 E
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FAQ

Where is the RUI XIANG wreck located?

The RUI XIANG wreck is located at coordinates 19 44 N,112 11 E.

How deep is the seabed around the RUI XIANG?

The seabed around the RUI XIANG lies at approximately 120 meters deep.

When did the RUI XIANG sink?

The RUI XIANG sank on Nov 27, 2000.

When was the wreck of the RUI XIANG discovered?

The wreck of the RUI XIANG was discovered in 2000.

What country did the RUI XIANG belong to?

The RUI XIANG belonged to VC.

What cargo was the RUI XIANG carrying?

The RUI XIANG was carrying timber.

What was the tonnage of the RUI XIANG?

The RUI XIANG had a tonnage of 3744 tons.

What type of wreck is the RUI XIANG?

The RUI XIANG is classified as a carrier.