Sinkyo Maru Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Sinkyo maru Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		5 27 N,125 38 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 5.450000
  • Longitude: 125.633333
Water Depth 550 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Low Water Springs
Name SINKYO MARU
Type motor vessel
Flag JP
Length 125.6 m
Width 15.8 m
Draught 7.6
Tonnage 5030
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 24, 1944
Original Detection Year 1944
Original Source other
Surveying Details 15.9.94 REPORTED SUNK IN 052700N, 1253800E APPROX. (WARTIME STANDARD SHIPS VOL.3). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Aug 25, 2006

Circumstances of loss

COMPLETED IN 1918. LAID DOWN AS 'WAR VULTURE'. TORPEDOED BY USS BOWFIN. (WARTIME STANDARD SHIPS VOL 3).

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FAQ

Where is the SINKYO MARU wreck located?

The SINKYO MARU wreck is located at coordinates 5 27 N,125 38 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SINKYO MARU?

The seabed around the SINKYO MARU lies at approximately 550 meters deep.

When did the SINKYO MARU sink?

The SINKYO MARU sank on Mar 24, 1944.

When was the wreck of the SINKYO MARU discovered?

The wreck of the SINKYO MARU was discovered in 1944.

What country did the SINKYO MARU belong to?

The SINKYO MARU belonged to JP.

What was the tonnage of the SINKYO MARU?

The SINKYO MARU had a tonnage of 5030 tons.

What type of wreck is the SINKYO MARU?

The SINKYO MARU is classified as a motor vessel.

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