Vaihere Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Vaihere Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		17 28 S,148 33 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -17.466667
  • Longitude: -148.550000
Water Depth 3800 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name VAIHERE
Type motor vessel
Flag FR
Length 39.9 m
Width 7.9 m
Draught 3.4
Tonnage 200
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 20, 1990
Original Detection Year 1990
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details HH132/350/01 4.4.90 SANK IN 172800S, 1483300W, 45 NAUTICAL MILES E OF PAPEETE. (LL 24 & 26.3.90). NCA.
Last Amended Date Oct 3, 2005
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FAQ

Where is the VAIHERE wreck located?

The VAIHERE wreck is located at coordinates 17 28 S,148 33 W.

How deep is the seabed around the VAIHERE?

The seabed around the VAIHERE lies at approximately 3800 meters deep.

When did the VAIHERE sink?

The VAIHERE sank on Mar 20, 1990.

When was the wreck of the VAIHERE discovered?

The wreck of the VAIHERE was discovered in 1990.

What country did the VAIHERE belong to?

The VAIHERE belonged to FR.

What was the tonnage of the VAIHERE?

The VAIHERE had a tonnage of 200 tons.

What type of wreck is the VAIHERE?

The VAIHERE is classified as a motor vessel.

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