Yae Maru Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Yae maru Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		6 7 N,99 12 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 6.116667
  • Longitude: 99.200000
Water Depth 75 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name YAE MARU
Type steam ship
Flag JP
Length 129.5 m
Width 16.2 m
Draught 11.4
Tonnage 6781
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 1, 1942
Bottom Texture Mud
Original Detection Year 1973
Original Source other
Surveying Details H1287/73/257 30.11.73 SANK IN 060700N, 991200E APPROX. (CORMORANT SALVAGE, LTR DTD 18.11.73). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Aug 22, 2019

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1919 BY HARIMA DOCKYARD CO. WITH TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINES OF 556NHP. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY KOKUSAI KISEN K.K. TORPEDOED AND SUNK BY A BRITISH SUBMARINE IN THE STRAITS OF MALACCA. (DODS)

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FAQ

Where is the YAE MARU wreck located?

The YAE MARU wreck is located at coordinates 6 7 N,99 12 E.

How deep is the seabed around the YAE MARU?

The seabed around the YAE MARU lies at approximately 75 meters deep.

When did the YAE MARU sink?

The YAE MARU sank on Apr 1, 1942.

When was the wreck of the YAE MARU discovered?

The wreck of the YAE MARU was discovered in 1973.

What country did the YAE MARU belong to?

The YAE MARU belonged to JP.

What cargo was the YAE MARU carrying?

The YAE MARU was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the YAE MARU?

The YAE MARU had a tonnage of 6781 tons.

What type of wreck is the YAE MARU?

The YAE MARU is classified as a steam ship.

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