Yat Leun Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Yat leun Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		5 0 N,99 0 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 5.000000
  • Longitude: 99.000000
Water Depth 80 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name YAT LEUN
Type motor vessel
Flag PA
Cargo cement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 14, 1972
Original Detection Year 1972
Last Detection Year 2020
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 10.10.72 SANK IN 050000N, 990000E APPROX. (LLOYDS VOL.210). CHART AS USC PA 35MTRS. NC 1353. 7.7.97 NOW CHARTED AS NDW. (DECISION BY CB7, TONNAGE NOT KNOWN). NE 1353 [2ND SCALE]. AMEND NDW PA. BR STD. HH520/400/03 18.3.05 AMENDED BY NM. - NM 1397/05.
Last Amended Date Aug 5, 2020

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL SANK AFTER ALLEGED STEERING DIFFICULTIES. CREW RECOVERED FROM LIFERAFTS BY MV 'RUDOLF BREITSCHEID'. (LLOYDS VOL.210).

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FAQ

Where is the YAT LEUN wreck located?

The YAT LEUN wreck is located at coordinates 5 0 N,99 0 E.

How deep is the seabed around the YAT LEUN?

The seabed around the YAT LEUN lies at approximately 80 meters deep.

When did the YAT LEUN sink?

The YAT LEUN sank on Sep 14, 1972.

When was the wreck of the YAT LEUN discovered?

The wreck of the YAT LEUN was discovered in 1972.

What country did the YAT LEUN belong to?

The YAT LEUN belonged to PA.

What cargo was the YAT LEUN carrying?

The YAT LEUN was carrying cement.

What type of wreck is the YAT LEUN?

The YAT LEUN is classified as a motor vessel.

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