Eishin Maru No 18 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Eishin maru no 18 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		11 3 N,167 47 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 11.050000
  • Longitude: -167.783333
Water Depth 3800 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name EISHIN MARU NO 18
Type fishing vessel
Flag JP
Tonnage 144
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 15, 1988
Original Detection Year 1988
Original Source national HO authority radio navigational warning
Surveying Details H3937/74 17.5.88 SANK IN 110300N, 1674700W. (NAVAREA XII 271/88). NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 7, 2008

Circumstances of loss

10.4.88 SANK FOLLOWING A FIRE WHICH STARTED IN ENGINE ROOM ON 10.4.88. (LL).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 11 3 N,167 47 W
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FAQ

Where is the EISHIN MARU NO 18 wreck located?

The EISHIN MARU NO 18 wreck is located at coordinates 11 3 N,167 47 W.

How deep is the seabed around the EISHIN MARU NO 18?

The seabed around the EISHIN MARU NO 18 lies at approximately 3800 meters deep.

When did the EISHIN MARU NO 18 sink?

The EISHIN MARU NO 18 sank on Apr 15, 1988.

When was the wreck of the EISHIN MARU NO 18 discovered?

The wreck of the EISHIN MARU NO 18 was discovered in 1988.

What country did the EISHIN MARU NO 18 belong to?

The EISHIN MARU NO 18 belonged to JP.

What was the tonnage of the EISHIN MARU NO 18?

The EISHIN MARU NO 18 had a tonnage of 144 tons.

What type of wreck is the EISHIN MARU NO 18?

The EISHIN MARU NO 18 is classified as a fishing vessel.

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