Bandai Maru Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Bandai maru Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		7 50.13 N,98 8.83 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 7.835500
  • Longitude: 98.147167
Water Depth 65 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Low Water
Name BANDAI MARU
Type motor vessel
Flag JP
Tonnage 165
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 21, 1943
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1973
Last Detection Year 2022
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Aug 29, 2025

Surveying Details

H1287/73/257 30.11.73 H1287/73/257 30.11.73 TORPEDOED IN 075000N, 980900E APPROX. (CORMORANT SALVAGE LTD LTR DTD 18.11.73). POSN FOR FILING ONLY. NCA. 6.11.00 6.11.00 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS OFF SALANG I., IN 0750.00N, 9809.00E. (US SUBMARINE ATTACKS DURING WW2). NCA.

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED & SUNK BY DUTCH SUBMARINE HNMS 0-24 OFF SALANG I. TONNAGE GIVEN AS 165 OR 4147TONS. (US SUBMARINE ATTACKS DURING WW2)

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FAQ

Where is the BANDAI MARU wreck located?

The BANDAI MARU wreck is located at coordinates 7 50.13 N,98 8.83 E.

How deep is the seabed around the BANDAI MARU?

The seabed around the BANDAI MARU lies at approximately 65 meters deep.

When did the BANDAI MARU sink?

The BANDAI MARU sank on Feb 21, 1943.

When was the wreck of the BANDAI MARU discovered?

The wreck of the BANDAI MARU was discovered in 1973.

What country did the BANDAI MARU belong to?

The BANDAI MARU belonged to JP.

What was the tonnage of the BANDAI MARU?

The BANDAI MARU had a tonnage of 165 tons.

What type of wreck is the BANDAI MARU?

The BANDAI MARU is classified as a motor vessel.

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