Shin Tung Yong 18 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Shin tung yong 18 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		33 27 S,17 32 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -33.450000
  • Longitude: 17.533333
Water Depth 384 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SHIN TUNG YONG 18
Type fishing vessel
Tonnage 263
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 10, 1978
Original Detection Year 1978
Last Detection Year 1978
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 10.10.78 10.10.78 VESSEL STRUCK SUBMERGED OBJECT IN 331800S, 174000E & SANK AFTER FIRE OFF W COAST OF SOUTH AFRICA. (LL VOL.224) 12.10.78 12.10.78 WRECKAGE & OIL SLICK REPORTED IN 332700S, 173200E. (LL VOL.224). NCA, POSN FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Jun 9, 2010

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1968. VESSEL STRUCK AN UNKNOWN SUBMERGED OBJECT, THEN ENGINE-ROOM CAUGHT FIRE. ALL 21 CREW RESCUED. (LL VOL.234)

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 33 27 S,17 32 E
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FAQ

Where is the SHIN TUNG YONG 18 wreck located?

The SHIN TUNG YONG 18 wreck is located at coordinates 33 27 S,17 32 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SHIN TUNG YONG 18?

The seabed around the SHIN TUNG YONG 18 lies at approximately 384 meters deep.

When did the SHIN TUNG YONG 18 sink?

The SHIN TUNG YONG 18 sank on Oct 10, 1978.

When was the wreck of the SHIN TUNG YONG 18 discovered?

The wreck of the SHIN TUNG YONG 18 was discovered in 1978.

What was the tonnage of the SHIN TUNG YONG 18?

The SHIN TUNG YONG 18 had a tonnage of 263 tons.

What type of wreck is the SHIN TUNG YONG 18?

The SHIN TUNG YONG 18 is classified as a fishing vessel.

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