Kyusu Maru (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Kyusu maru (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		9 21.168 S,159 50.604 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -9.352800
  • Longitude: 159.843400
Water Depth 60 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name KYUSU MARU (POSSIBLY)
Type motor vessel
Flag JP
Length 142.3 m
Width 18.9 m
Draught 12.5
Tonnage 8666
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 15, 1942
Original Detection Year 1942
Last Detection Year 2025
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Aug 25, 2025

Surveying Details

H322/47 27.11.48 ST IN 092025S, 1595100E. (B.P.F.) NOTE. 30.10.68 ST SHOWN IN 092047S, 1595040E ON USHO FIELD CHART NO.3005. R/S. 5.7.77 ST NOW CHARTED IN 092044S, 1595036E. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED) NC 1713. H6067/69 1.11.77 SALVAGE DIVER REPORTS THAT NO WRECK IS VISIBLE ABOVE WATER IN CHARTED POSN, BUT A LARGE WRECK LIES CLOSE BY. THE HIGHEST POINT OF WHICH IS AT 55MTRS DEPTH. (MINIS. OF WKS & PUB. UTILITIES LTR DTD 6.10.77 REF. NA 5/1) CHART AS NDW PA. NC 1713.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1937. WAS BOMBED AND SUNK BY US LAND AND CARRIER-BASED AIRCRAFT OFF THE SOLOMON ISLANDS. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY HARADA KISEN KK. (DODS).

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FAQ

Where is the KYUSU MARU (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The KYUSU MARU (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 9 21.168 S,159 50.604 E.

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

The seabed around the KYUSU MARU (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 60 meters deep.

When did the KYUSU MARU (POSSIBLY) sink?

The KYUSU MARU (POSSIBLY) sank on Oct 15, 1942.

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

The wreck of the KYUSU MARU (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1942.

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

The KYUSU MARU (POSSIBLY) belonged to JP.

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

The KYUSU MARU (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 8666 tons.

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

The KYUSU MARU (POSSIBLY) is classified as a motor vessel.

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