Kaio Maru Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Kaio maru Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
3 33.307 N,100 43.312 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 3.555117
  • Longitude: 100.721867
Water Depth 38 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name KAIO MARU
Type tug
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 24, 1996
Original Detection Year 1996
Last Detection Year 2020
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Surveying Details HH520/500/02 20.8.96 HH520/500/02 20.8.96 ST IN 033307N, 1004321.5E. (MALAYSIA NM 81/96). PLOTS IN 38MTRS, INS AS DW - NM 3074/96. HH517/550/02 22.10.96 HH517/550/02 22.10.96 WK OF THE `KAIO MARU' IN 033307N, 1004321.5E (PEN MALAYSIA NM 9/96). NFA. 6.3.07 SEP2006/000404609 6.3.07 DW PA IN 0333.08N, 10043.20E [WGD] ON MALAYSIAN 540 [DEC EDN' 05]. AMEND TO DW PA IN REVISED POSN FOR BA 3945 0333.09N, 10043.28E [UND]. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Apr 6, 2020
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FAQ

Where is the KAIO MARU wreck located?

The KAIO MARU wreck is located at coordinates 3 33.307 N,100 43.312 E.

How deep is the seabed around the KAIO MARU?

The seabed around the KAIO MARU lies at approximately 38 meters deep.

When did the KAIO MARU sink?

The KAIO MARU sank on May 24, 1996.

When was the wreck of the KAIO MARU discovered?

The wreck of the KAIO MARU was discovered in 1996.

What type of wreck is the KAIO MARU?

The KAIO MARU is classified as a tug.