Shinyubari Maru Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Shinyubari maru Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		15 17 N,145 3 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 15.283333
  • Longitude: 145.050000
Water Depth 3300 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SHINYUBARI MARU
Type steam ship
Flag JP
Length 119.2 m
Width 16.5 m
Draught 9.1
Tonnage 5354
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 23, 1944
Original Detection Year 1944
Original Source other
Surveying Details 26.7.71 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 151700N, 1450300E. (SHIPS MONTHLY VOL.6 NO.7). NCA.
Last Amended Date Apr 21, 2009

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1936 IN BY MITSUI BUSSAN KAISHA. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY HOKKAIDO TONKO KK. TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 407 NHP. TORPEDOED & SUNK BY US SUBMARINE SUNFISH. (DODS & SHIPS MONTHLY VOL.6 NO.7).

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FAQ

Where is the SHINYUBARI MARU wreck located?

The SHINYUBARI MARU wreck is located at coordinates 15 17 N,145 3 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SHINYUBARI MARU?

The seabed around the SHINYUBARI MARU lies at approximately 3300 meters deep.

When did the SHINYUBARI MARU sink?

The SHINYUBARI MARU sank on Feb 23, 1944.

When was the wreck of the SHINYUBARI MARU discovered?

The wreck of the SHINYUBARI MARU was discovered in 1944.

What country did the SHINYUBARI MARU belong to?

The SHINYUBARI MARU belonged to JP.

What was the tonnage of the SHINYUBARI MARU?

The SHINYUBARI MARU had a tonnage of 5354 tons.

What type of wreck is the SHINYUBARI MARU?

The SHINYUBARI MARU is classified as a steam ship.

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