Choyo Maru Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Choyo maru Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		8 59.833 S,115 46.083 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -8.997217
  • Longitude: 115.768050
Water Depth 1000 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Lower Low Water
Name CHOYO MARU
Type tanker
Flag JP
Length 246.9 m
Width 36 m
Draught 18.6
Tonnage 46092
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 30, 1979
Original Detection Year 1979
Last Detection Year 2022
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H4349/77 22.1.80 REPD SUNK IN 085950S, 1154605E. (LL, 15.1.80). NCA, PLOTS IN 1000MTRS. 10.2.84 NDW (REP 1980) SHOWN IN 085950S, 1154605E ON INDONESIAN 291 [1983]. NCA, TOO DEEP TO CHART. 15.3.91 NDW PA (1980) SHOWN IN 085920S, 1154530E ON INDONESIAN 111 [1989 EDN]. NCA.
Last Amended Date Dec 30, 2022

Circumstances of loss

21.12.79 VESSEL BUILT 1966 BY SASEBO HEAVY INDUSTRIES CO. LTD, WHILST ON PASSAGE FROM PORT WALCOTT TO SINGAPORE, BROKE APART IN AMIDSHIPS AREA ABOUT 17M N OF BALI ISLAND, ON 21.12.79. CREW SUBSEQUENTLY ABANDONED SHIP & VESSEL CONTINUED TO DRIFT FOR NINE DAYS BEFORE FINALLY SINKING. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY TAKEBAYASHI KISEN K.K. (LL, 28.12.79, 15.1.80 & MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the CHOYO MARU wreck located?

The CHOYO MARU wreck is located at coordinates 8 59.833 S,115 46.083 E.

How deep is the seabed around the CHOYO MARU?

The seabed around the CHOYO MARU lies at approximately 1000 meters deep.

When did the CHOYO MARU sink?

The CHOYO MARU sank on Dec 30, 1979.

When was the wreck of the CHOYO MARU discovered?

The wreck of the CHOYO MARU was discovered in 1979.

What country did the CHOYO MARU belong to?

The CHOYO MARU belonged to JP.

What cargo was the CHOYO MARU carrying?

The CHOYO MARU was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the CHOYO MARU?

The CHOYO MARU had a tonnage of 46092 tons.

What type of wreck is the CHOYO MARU?

The CHOYO MARU is classified as a tanker.

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