Kenkoku Maru Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Kenkoku maru Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		3 47 S,127 41 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -3.783333
  • Longitude: 127.683333
Water Depth 3000 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name KENKOKU MARU
Type steam ship
Flag JP
Length 100.9 m
Width 14.3 m
Draught 7.9
Tonnage 3127
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 13, 1943
Original Detection Year 1943
Original Source other
Surveying Details 7.9.71 SUNK IN 034700S, 1274100E APPROX, IN MANIPA STRAIT, MOLUCCAS. (DODS, BRITISH STANDARD SHIP WWI). PLOTS IN 3000MTRS, FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Nov 22, 2003

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1920 BY LLOYD ROYAL BELGE (GREAT BRITAIN). TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 359NHP. TORPEDOED AND SUNK BY US SUBMARINE RASHER IN THE MANIPA STRAIT, MOLUCCAS. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY NISSHIN KAIUN SHOKAI. (DODS, BRITISH STANDARD SHIPS WWI VOL.3).

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FAQ

Where is the KENKOKU MARU wreck located?

The KENKOKU MARU wreck is located at coordinates 3 47 S,127 41 E.

How deep is the seabed around the KENKOKU MARU?

The seabed around the KENKOKU MARU lies at approximately 3000 meters deep.

When did the KENKOKU MARU sink?

The KENKOKU MARU sank on Oct 13, 1943.

When was the wreck of the KENKOKU MARU discovered?

The wreck of the KENKOKU MARU was discovered in 1943.

What country did the KENKOKU MARU belong to?

The KENKOKU MARU belonged to JP.

What was the tonnage of the KENKOKU MARU?

The KENKOKU MARU had a tonnage of 3127 tons.

What type of wreck is the KENKOKU MARU?

The KENKOKU MARU is classified as a steam ship.

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