Taibu Maru (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Taibu maru (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		20 53.5 N,118 14.25 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 20.891667
  • Longitude: 118.237500
Water Depth 2200 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name TAIBU MARU (POSSIBLY)
Type steam ship
Flag JP
Tonnage 6440
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 4, 1944
Original Detection Year 1944
Original Source other
Surveying Details 4.2.76 WRECK SHOWN IN 205330N, 1181415E ON CHINESE 0013. NCA.
Last Amended Date Jan 29, 2001

Circumstances of loss

OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY OSAKA SHOSEN KK. ATTACKED AND SUNK BY US SUBMARINE TINOSA 250M SE OF HONG KONG. SUBMARINE REPORT STATES SHIP DISINTEGRATED. (US SUBMARINE ATTACKS WW11 & DODS).

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FAQ

Where is the TAIBU MARU (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The TAIBU MARU (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 20 53.5 N,118 14.25 E.

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

The seabed around the TAIBU MARU (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 2200 meters deep.

When did the TAIBU MARU (POSSIBLY) sink?

The TAIBU MARU (POSSIBLY) sank on May 4, 1944.

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

The wreck of the TAIBU MARU (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1944.

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

The TAIBU MARU (POSSIBLY) belonged to JP.

What was the tonnage of the TAIBU MARU (POSSIBLY)?

The TAIBU MARU (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 6440 tons.

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

The TAIBU MARU (POSSIBLY) is classified as a steam ship.

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