Masashima Maru (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Masashima maru (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		23 30 N,117 10 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 23.500000
  • Longitude: 117.166667
Water Depth 14 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MASASHIMA MARU (POSSIBLY)
Type steam ship
Flag JP
Tonnage 2742
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 13, 1945
Original Detection Year 1945
Original Source other
Surveying Details SUNK BY US AIRCRAFT ABOUT 40 MILES S OF CANTON. GIVES APROX POSN 2330.00N, 11710.00E. NCA. POSN FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Feb 2, 2005

Circumstances of loss

BOMBED AND SUNK BY LAND BASED AIRCRAFT (DODS)

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FAQ

Where is the MASASHIMA MARU (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The MASASHIMA MARU (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 23 30 N,117 10 E.

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

The seabed around the MASASHIMA MARU (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 14 meters deep.

When did the MASASHIMA MARU (POSSIBLY) sink?

The MASASHIMA MARU (POSSIBLY) sank on Mar 13, 1945.

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

The wreck of the MASASHIMA MARU (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1945.

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

The MASASHIMA MARU (POSSIBLY) belonged to JP.

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

The MASASHIMA MARU (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 2742 tons.

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

The MASASHIMA MARU (POSSIBLY) is classified as a steam ship.

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