Akashi-Maru Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Akashi-maru Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		10 22.727 N,107 2.969 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 10.378783
  • Longitude: 107.049483
Water Depth 15 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name AKASHI-MARU
Type tanker
Flag JP
Length 110.4 m
Width 15.2 m
Draught 8.9
Tonnage 10045
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 12, 1945
Original Detection Year 1946
Last Detection Year 2013
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Apr 17, 2013

Simplified Wreck Survey

Wreck details for the vessel AKASHI-MARU located in the South China Sea off the coast of Vietnam. The underwater obstruction is charted at coordinates 10 22.727 N, 107 2.969 E. Historical records from the UK Hydrographic Office document the site as a dangerous wreck, initially reported in 1946 and updated through successive hydrographic surveys. The wreck is identified on modern navigational charts as a dangerous wreck (DW) based on the latest survey data from 2013. The site remains a significant underwater hazard for maritime navigation in these waters.

Surveying Details

H953/46 6.5.46 ST IN 102243N, 1071248E. (WC 102.261). - NM 1504/46. H1855/50 30.3.50 SHOWN AS DW ON FRENCH CHARTS. BR STD. 27.3.69 SHOWN AS WK 3FMS 2FT IN 102236N, 1070309E ON USHO 3269 [1967 EDN]. BR STD. 5.12.07 SHOWN IN 1022.598N, 10703.220E [IND] ON BA 1016 [EDN 3 DTD 2.2.06]. SEP 2013/000062502 17.4.13 SHOWN AS DW IN 1022.727N, 10702.969E [WGD] ON VN4TV001 [EDN 2.0]. - NM 2309/13.

Circumstances of loss

OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY NISHI TALYO GYOHYO. TORPEDOED BY USSM SANDLANCE. (DODS).

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FAQ

Where is the AKASHI-MARU wreck located?

The AKASHI-MARU wreck is located at coordinates 10 22.727 N,107 2.969 E.

How deep is the seabed around the AKASHI-MARU?

The seabed around the AKASHI-MARU lies at approximately 15 meters deep.

When did the AKASHI-MARU sink?

The AKASHI-MARU sank on Jan 12, 1945.

When was the wreck of the AKASHI-MARU discovered?

The wreck of the AKASHI-MARU was discovered in 1946.

What country did the AKASHI-MARU belong to?

The AKASHI-MARU belonged to JP.

What was the tonnage of the AKASHI-MARU?

The AKASHI-MARU had a tonnage of 10045 tons.

What type of wreck is the AKASHI-MARU?

The AKASHI-MARU is classified as a tanker.

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