Lisbon Maru Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Lisbon maru Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		29 57 N,122 56 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 29.950000
  • Longitude: 122.933333
Water Depth 52 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name LISBON MARU
Type liner
Flag JP
Length 135.6 m
Width 17.7 m
Draught 10.4
Tonnage 7053
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 2, 1942
Original Detection Year 1942
Original Source other
Surveying Details 2.6.95 2.6.95 SANK IN 295700N, 1225600E APPROX. (US SUB ATTACKS IN WWII, J ALDEN). NCA.
Last Amended Date Dec 3, 2004

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1920 BY YOKOHAMA DOCK CO. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY NIPPON YUSEN KK. TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINES OF 632NHP. TAKEN OVER BY THE JAPANESE NAVY FOR SERVICE AS A TRANSPORT. WHILE TRANSPORTING POWS WAS TORPEDOED AND SUNK BY US SUBMARINE 'GROUPER' ABOUT 100 MILES OFF NINGPO, CHINA. (DODS).

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FAQ

Where is the LISBON MARU wreck located?

The LISBON MARU wreck is located at coordinates 29 57 N,122 56 E.

How deep is the seabed around the LISBON MARU?

The seabed around the LISBON MARU lies at approximately 52 meters deep.

When did the LISBON MARU sink?

The LISBON MARU sank on Oct 2, 1942.

When was the wreck of the LISBON MARU discovered?

The wreck of the LISBON MARU was discovered in 1942.

What country did the LISBON MARU belong to?

The LISBON MARU belonged to JP.

What was the tonnage of the LISBON MARU?

The LISBON MARU had a tonnage of 7053 tons.

What type of wreck is the LISBON MARU?

The LISBON MARU is classified as a liner.

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