Nippo Maru (Probably) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Nippo maru (probably) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		7 16.36 N,116 43.68 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 7.272667
  • Longitude: 116.728000
Wreck Depth 45 m
Water Depth 63 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name NIPPO MARU (PROBABLY)
Type tanker
Flag JP
Orientation 60
Tonnage 15500
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 2002
Last Detection Year 2023
Original Source diver
Last Amended Date Jul 5, 2024

Surveying Details

HH100/351/19 20.11.02 DIVED IN 0716.36N, 11643.68E [WGD] USING GPS. A VERY LARGE VESSEL, CONSIDERED TO BE NIPPO MARU (15500 GRT). LIES ALMOST INVERTED HAVING ROLLED TO 135 DEGS. BOWS TOWARDS 060 DEGS. MINIMUM DEPTH OVER THE WK IS 47MTRS IN GEN DEPTH 63MTRS. (V SKOGLIE, EMAIL DTD 19.11.02). INS AS WK 45MTRS. BR STD.

General Comments

INTACT, ALMOST INVERTED, BOWS ENE

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 7 16.36 N,116 43.68 E
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FAQ

Where is the NIPPO MARU (PROBABLY) wreck located?

The NIPPO MARU (PROBABLY) wreck is located at coordinates 7 16.36 N,116 43.68 E.

How deep is the NIPPO MARU (PROBABLY) and where exactly is it located?

The NIPPO MARU (PROBABLY) lies at a depth of about 45 meters and is located at coordinates 7 16.36 N,116 43.68 E.

How deep is the seabed around the NIPPO MARU (PROBABLY)?

The seabed around the NIPPO MARU (PROBABLY) lies at approximately 63 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the NIPPO MARU (PROBABLY) discovered?

The wreck of the NIPPO MARU (PROBABLY) was discovered in 2002.

What country did the NIPPO MARU (PROBABLY) belong to?

The NIPPO MARU (PROBABLY) belonged to JP.

What was the tonnage of the NIPPO MARU (PROBABLY)?

The NIPPO MARU (PROBABLY) had a tonnage of 15500 tons.

What type of wreck is the NIPPO MARU (PROBABLY)?

The NIPPO MARU (PROBABLY) is classified as a tanker.

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