Kisogawa Maru Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Kisogawa maru Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
6 12 N,99 27 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 6.200000
  • Longitude: 99.450000
Water Depth 60 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name KISOGAWA MARU
Type steam ship
Flag JP
Length 82.8 m
Width 12.2 m
Draught 6.2
Tonnage 1914
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 10, 1943
Bottom Texture Mud
Original Detection Year 1943
Original Source other
Surveying Details H1287/73/257 30.11.73 TORPEDOED IN 061200N, 992700E IN 30FMS. (CORMORANT SALVAGE LTD, 18.11.73). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Aug 22, 2019

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1940 BY KAWAMINAMI KOGYO K.K. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY TOYO KAIUN KK. TORPEDOED BY BRITISH SUBMARINE OFF THE WEST COAST OF MALAYA. (DODS).

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FAQ

Where is the KISOGAWA MARU wreck located?

The KISOGAWA MARU wreck is located at coordinates 6 12 N,99 27 E.

How deep is the seabed around the KISOGAWA MARU?

The seabed around the KISOGAWA MARU lies at approximately 60 meters deep.

When did the KISOGAWA MARU sink?

The KISOGAWA MARU sank on Nov 10, 1943.

When was the wreck of the KISOGAWA MARU discovered?

The wreck of the KISOGAWA MARU was discovered in 1943.

What country did the KISOGAWA MARU belong to?

The KISOGAWA MARU belonged to JP.

What cargo was the KISOGAWA MARU carrying?

The KISOGAWA MARU was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the KISOGAWA MARU?

The KISOGAWA MARU had a tonnage of 1914 tons.

What type of wreck is the KISOGAWA MARU?

The KISOGAWA MARU is classified as a steam ship.