Yufong No.6 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Yufong no.6 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		18 0 N,124 50 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 18.000000
  • Longitude: 124.833333
Water Depth 3700 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name YUFONG NO.6
Type factory ship
Tonnage 169
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 7, 1977
Original Detection Year 1977
Last Detection Year 1978
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 21.11.77 VESSEL REPORTED STRANDED OFF SANCHEZMIRA, N LUZON. (LLOYDS 19.11.77). NCA. 31.1.78 BOTTOM 'FRACTURED' IN HEAVY WEATHER AND SANK OFF N LUZON IN 180000N, 1245000E, POSN DOUBTFUL, IN VERY DEEP WATER. (LL 31.1.78). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Jan 31, 2006

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE ESPRITU SANTO FOR TAIWAN. FRACTURED HULL IN HEAVY WEATHER AND SANK OFF N LUZON. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the YUFONG NO.6 wreck located?

The YUFONG NO.6 wreck is located at coordinates 18 0 N,124 50 E.

How deep is the seabed around the YUFONG NO.6?

The seabed around the YUFONG NO.6 lies at approximately 3700 meters deep.

When did the YUFONG NO.6 sink?

The YUFONG NO.6 sank on Nov 7, 1977.

When was the wreck of the YUFONG NO.6 discovered?

The wreck of the YUFONG NO.6 was discovered in 1977.

What was the tonnage of the YUFONG NO.6?

The YUFONG NO.6 had a tonnage of 169 tons.

What type of wreck is the YUFONG NO.6?

The YUFONG NO.6 is classified as a factory ship.

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