Shiretoko Maru (Probably) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Shiretoko maru (probably) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		1 28.867 N,103 49.217 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 1.481117
  • Longitude: 103.820283
Wreck Depth 0.6 m
Water Depth 6 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SHIRETOKO MARU (PROBABLY)
Type steam ship
Flag JP
Tonnage 1799
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 5, 1944
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1947
Last Detection Year 1960
Original Source unknown
Last Amended Date Jul 22, 2009

Surveying Details

13.6.47 WK 0FMS 3FT SHOWN IN 012852N, 1034908E, MARKED BY G CONL LT BUOY, FL.G.15S, CLOSE SW. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED) NE F6852. H07629/50 6.4.51 DELETE WK, NOW SPOIL GROUND WITH LEAST DEPTH 3FT, LT BUOY REMAINS. (KHM SINGAPORE HN 2/50 DTD 10.11.50) NC 2586. H07629/50 17.5.56 CORRESPONDENCE REGARDING SALVAGE OF SS SHIRETOKO MARU IN SPOIL GROUND. (BRITISH IRON & STEEL CORP. (SALVAGE) LTD. DTD 17.3.56) NCA. H1025/58 14.1.59 FOUND BY E/S, LEAST DEPTH 0FMS 2FT. (SINGAPORE SURVEY UNIT FEB '58) BR STD. H5544/60 23.1.61 DELETE. (QHM SINGAPORE HN 1/60) AMENDED TO DEAD. DELETE. - FNM 3/61 & NM 67/61.

Circumstances of loss

JAPANESE GOVERNMENT SS TORPEDOED & SUNK BY A BRITISH SUBMARINE ABOUT 200M E OF KOTA BAHRU, MALAYA. (DODS)

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 1 28.867 N,103 49.217 E
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FAQ

Where is the SHIRETOKO MARU (PROBABLY) wreck located?

The SHIRETOKO MARU (PROBABLY) wreck is located at coordinates 1 28.867 N,103 49.217 E.

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

The SHIRETOKO MARU (PROBABLY) lies at a depth of about 0.6 meters and is located at coordinates 1 28.867 N,103 49.217 E.

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

The seabed around the SHIRETOKO MARU (PROBABLY) lies at approximately 6 meters deep.

When did the SHIRETOKO MARU (PROBABLY) sink?

The SHIRETOKO MARU (PROBABLY) sank on Sep 5, 1944.

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

The wreck of the SHIRETOKO MARU (PROBABLY) was discovered in 1947.

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

The SHIRETOKO MARU (PROBABLY) belonged to JP.

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

The SHIRETOKO MARU (PROBABLY) had a tonnage of 1799 tons.

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

The SHIRETOKO MARU (PROBABLY) is classified as a steam ship.

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