Kaiyo Maru No.1 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Kaiyo maru no.1 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
19 5 S,12 34.25 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -19.083333
  • Longitude: 12.570833
Water Depth 0 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name KAIYO MARU NO.1
Type fishing vessel
Flag JP
Length 47.9 m
Width 8.2 m
Draught 3
Tonnage 280
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 25, 1978
Original Detection Year 1978
Last Detection Year 1978
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 13.11.78 13.11.78 VESSEL GROUNDED NW OF WALVIS BAY IN 190500S, 123500E APPROX. (LLOYDS ID SEPT 1978). NCA. 3.12.78 3.12.78 VESSEL REPORTED AS TOTAL LOSS. (LL 2.12.78). NCA.
Last Amended Date Jul 23, 2003
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FAQ

Where is the KAIYO MARU NO.1 wreck located?

The KAIYO MARU NO.1 wreck is located at coordinates 19 5 S,12 34.25 E.

When did the KAIYO MARU NO.1 sink?

The KAIYO MARU NO.1 sank on May 25, 1978.

When was the wreck of the KAIYO MARU NO.1 discovered?

The wreck of the KAIYO MARU NO.1 was discovered in 1978.

What country did the KAIYO MARU NO.1 belong to?

The KAIYO MARU NO.1 belonged to JP.

What was the tonnage of the KAIYO MARU NO.1?

The KAIYO MARU NO.1 had a tonnage of 280 tons.

What type of wreck is the KAIYO MARU NO.1?

The KAIYO MARU NO.1 is classified as a fishing vessel.