Kikusui Maru (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Kikusui maru (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		20 54.2 N,118 20 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 20.903333
  • Longitude: 118.333333
Water Depth 2500 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name KIKUSUI MARU (POSSIBLY)
Type tanker
Flag JP
Tonnage 3887
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 24, 1944
Original Detection Year 1944
Last Detection Year 2016
Original Source other
Surveying Details 4.2.76 WRECK SHOWN IN 205412N, 1182000E ON CHINESE 0013. PLOTS IN 2500+MTRS. NCA,
Last Amended Date Nov 29, 2019

Circumstances of loss

JAPANESE GOVERNMENT OWNED TANKER TORPEDOED AND SUNK BY US SUBMARINE SNOOK APPROX 200M NW OF LUZONISLAND. (DODS).

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FAQ

Where is the KIKUSUI MARU (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The KIKUSUI MARU (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 20 54.2 N,118 20 E.

How deep is the seabed around the KIKUSUI MARU (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the KIKUSUI MARU (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 2500 meters deep.

When did the KIKUSUI MARU (POSSIBLY) sink?

The KIKUSUI MARU (POSSIBLY) sank on Oct 24, 1944.

When was the wreck of the KIKUSUI MARU (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the KIKUSUI MARU (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1944.

What country did the KIKUSUI MARU (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The KIKUSUI MARU (POSSIBLY) belonged to JP.

What was the tonnage of the KIKUSUI MARU (POSSIBLY)?

The KIKUSUI MARU (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 3887 tons.

What type of wreck is the KIKUSUI MARU (POSSIBLY)?

The KIKUSUI MARU (POSSIBLY) is classified as a tanker.

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