Seiho Maru Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Seiho maru Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		1 45.029 N,125 4.981 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 1.750483
  • Longitude: 125.083017
Water Depth 20 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Mean Lower Low Water
Name SEIHO MARU
Type trawler
Flag JP
Tonnage 150
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 20, 1972
Bottom Texture Coral
Original Detection Year 1972
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 1.9.72 RAN AGROUND ON REEF NEAR BANGKA ISLAND IN POSN 014500N, 1250500E. (LL 208, 209, 210). FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Apr 12, 2019

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE OKINAWA FOR AUU ISLAND FOR FISHING RAN GROUND ON REEF NEAR BANKA ISLAND AFTER NAVIGATIONAL EQUIPMENT FAILED. EFFORTS TO REFLOAT FAILED. (LL).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 1 45.029 N,125 4.981 E
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FAQ

Where is the SEIHO MARU wreck located?

The SEIHO MARU wreck is located at coordinates 1 45.029 N,125 4.981 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SEIHO MARU?

The seabed around the SEIHO MARU lies at approximately 20 meters deep.

When did the SEIHO MARU sink?

The SEIHO MARU sank on Apr 20, 1972.

When was the wreck of the SEIHO MARU discovered?

The wreck of the SEIHO MARU was discovered in 1972.

What country did the SEIHO MARU belong to?

The SEIHO MARU belonged to JP.

What was the tonnage of the SEIHO MARU?

The SEIHO MARU had a tonnage of 150 tons.

What type of wreck is the SEIHO MARU?

The SEIHO MARU is classified as a trawler.

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