Soun Maru (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Soun maru (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
16 44.956 N,107 24.221 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 16.749267
  • Longitude: 107.403683
Water Depth 3 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Lowest Low Water
Name SOUN MARU (POSSIBLY)
Type tug
Flag JP
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 11, 1967
Original Detection Year 1967
Last Detection Year 2021
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H3184/67 17.11.67 ST IN 164342N, 1072436E. (US NM 39/67/4470). BR STD. H3184/67 30.12.68 SHOWN AS ST IN 164310N, 1072410E ON USHO 6211. AMEND POSN. BR STD. 20.3.85 SHOWN AS ST (1968) IN 164318N, 1072400E ON RUSSIAN 62504 [1981 EDN]. NCA 29.7.86 INS ST REP (1968) IN 164440N, 1072400E. NE 3988. 1.12.15 ST (REP 1968) SHOWN IN 1644.956N, 10724.221E [WGD]. (METRIFICATION OF EXISTING CHART 3988). AMEND ST IN REVISED POSN.
Last Amended Date Jun 29, 2021

Circumstances of loss

GROUNDED. (LL).

General Comments

REP(1968)

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FAQ

Where is the SOUN MARU (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The SOUN MARU (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 16 44.956 N,107 24.221 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SOUN MARU (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the SOUN MARU (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 3 meters deep.

When did the SOUN MARU (POSSIBLY) sink?

The SOUN MARU (POSSIBLY) sank on Feb 11, 1967.

When was the wreck of the SOUN MARU (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the SOUN MARU (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1967.

What country did the SOUN MARU (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The SOUN MARU (POSSIBLY) belonged to JP.

What type of wreck is the SOUN MARU (POSSIBLY)?

The SOUN MARU (POSSIBLY) is classified as a tug.