Taikinshan Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Taikinshan Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
17 7.5 N,111 30.5 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 17.125000
  • Longitude: 111.508333
Water Depth 0 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name TAIKINSHAN
Type steam ship
Tonnage 2400
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 18, 1952
Bottom Texture Coral
Original Detection Year 1952
Last Detection Year 1994
Original Source naval vessel
Surveying Details H998/52 27.2.52 ST IN 170730N, 1113030E. (HMS ALERT & LLOYDS). - NM 384/52 & FNM 28/52. H2428/65 6.9.65 DELETED. (HMS AJAX, HN DTD 30.6.65). - NM 1513/65 & FNM 72/65. 4.9.80 ST SHOWN ON US 93036 [1980 EDN]. NCA. 14.11.94 NOT SHOWN ON US 93036 [1993 EDN]. AMENDED TO DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Feb 18, 2009
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FAQ

Where is the TAIKINSHAN wreck located?

The TAIKINSHAN wreck is located at coordinates 17 7.5 N,111 30.5 E.

When did the TAIKINSHAN sink?

The TAIKINSHAN sank on Jan 18, 1952.

When was the wreck of the TAIKINSHAN discovered?

The wreck of the TAIKINSHAN was discovered in 1952.

What was the tonnage of the TAIKINSHAN?

The TAIKINSHAN had a tonnage of 2400 tons.

What type of wreck is the TAIKINSHAN?

The TAIKINSHAN is classified as a steam ship.