Shoryu Maru Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Shoryu maru Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		20 48 N,118 3 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 20.800000
  • Longitude: 118.050000
Water Depth 1900 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SHORYU MARU
Type steam ship
Flag JP
Length 125.6 m
Width 16.8 m
Draught 10.4
Tonnage 6475
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 4, 1944
Original Detection Year 1972
Last Detection Year 2016
Original Source other
Surveying Details 27.2.72 SUNK IN 204800N, 1180300E APPROX. (WARTIME STANDARD SHIPS VOL.3). NCA. 4.2.76 WRECK SHOWN IN 204800N, 1180300E ON CHINESE 0013. NCA.
Last Amended Date Dec 2, 2019

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1919 BY HARLAND & WOLFF. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY SHORYU KISEN KK. TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 517NHP. TORPEDOED AND SUNK BY USSM PARCHE ABOUT 250M SE OF HONG KONG. (DODS & WARTIME STANDARD SHIPS VOL.3).

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FAQ

Where is the SHORYU MARU wreck located?

The SHORYU MARU wreck is located at coordinates 20 48 N,118 3 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SHORYU MARU?

The seabed around the SHORYU MARU lies at approximately 1900 meters deep.

When did the SHORYU MARU sink?

The SHORYU MARU sank on May 4, 1944.

When was the wreck of the SHORYU MARU discovered?

The wreck of the SHORYU MARU was discovered in 1972.

What country did the SHORYU MARU belong to?

The SHORYU MARU belonged to JP.

What was the tonnage of the SHORYU MARU?

The SHORYU MARU had a tonnage of 6475 tons.

What type of wreck is the SHORYU MARU?

The SHORYU MARU is classified as a steam ship.

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