Taikei Maru (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Taikei maru (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
21 47.417 N,119 49.833 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 21.790283
  • Longitude: 119.830550
Water Depth 2200 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Low Water
Name TAIKEI MARU (POSSIBLY)
Type steam ship
Flag JP
Tonnage 4500
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 19, 1944
Original Detection Year 1944
Last Detection Year 2017
Original Source other
Surveying Details 11.2.76 WRECK SHOWN IN 214725N, 1194950E [UND] ON CHINESE 0013. PLOTS IN 2200+MTRS. NCA, 2.7.84 NOT SHOWN ON JAPANESE 525. NCA.
Last Amended Date Oct 16, 2017

Circumstances of loss

OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY OSAKA SHOSEN K.K.. TORPEDOED AND SUNK BY US SUBMARINE GRAYBACK ABOUT 100M W OF PANAY ISLAND, PHILLIPINES. (DODS)

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FAQ

Where is the TAIKEI MARU (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The TAIKEI MARU (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 21 47.417 N,119 49.833 E.

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

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

When did the TAIKEI MARU (POSSIBLY) sink?

The TAIKEI MARU (POSSIBLY) sank on Feb 19, 1944.

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

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

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

The TAIKEI MARU (POSSIBLY) belonged to JP.

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

The TAIKEI MARU (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 4500 tons.

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

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