Amagi Maru Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Wreck Category |
wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure |
Amagi maru Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
|
10 45 S,155 52 E |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
|
- Latitude: -10.750000
- Longitude: 155.866667
|
| Water Depth |
7 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
covers and uncovers |
| Vertical Datum |
Lowest Astronomical Tide |
| Name |
AMAGI MARU |
|
Type
|
factory ship
|
| Flag |
JP |
| Length |
86.3 m |
| Width |
13.7 m |
| Draught |
5.2 |
| Tonnage |
2249 |
| Tonnage Type |
gross |
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Date Sunk |
May 30, 1972
|
| Bottom Texture |
Coral |
| Original Detection Year |
1972 |
| Last Detection Year |
1980 |
| Original Source |
Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports |
| Last Amended Date |
Jan 20, 1996 |
Simplified Wreck Survey
The Amagi Maru shipwreck is located at coordinates 10 45 S, 155 52 E on the Pocklington Reef in the Coral Sea. Originally reported in 1972 following vessel sightings, this underwater obstruction is situated on the northeastern part of the Pocklington Reef. Historical hydrographic data and maritime records confirm the position of the Amagi Maru wreck, which was officially cataloged by the UK Hydrographic Office and noted in Australian Notice to Mariners. The wreck site remains a significant underwater feature for navigation in the Coral Sea region.
Surveying Details
31.5.72 VESSEL REPORTED IN 105000S, 1554500E ON POCKLINGTON REEF. (LLOYDS VOL.208) NCA. 6.6.72 ST IN 104500S, 1555200E. (AUSTRALIAN NM 391/72) PROMULGATED AND INSERTED ON BA 208. H3196/72 13.8.80 WRECK ON NE PART OF POCKLINGTON REEF REPORTED OBSERVED AT RANGE OF 17M. (MV FORTHBANK, HN 19.6.80) NFA.
Circumstances of loss
WRECKED AFTER GROUNDING ON POCKLINGTON REEF. VESSEL, BUILT 1960 BY KURE ZOSENSHO, KURE. WAS OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY NIPPON SUISAN K.K.. SAFELY ABANDONED BY ALL 59 CREW. (MSD).
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10 45 S,155 52 E
Amagi Maru on Wreck Map
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FAQ
Where is the AMAGI MARU wreck located?
The AMAGI MARU wreck is located at coordinates 10 45 S,155 52 E.
How deep is the seabed around the AMAGI MARU?
The seabed around the AMAGI MARU lies at approximately 7 meters deep.
When did the AMAGI MARU sink?
The AMAGI MARU sank on May 30, 1972.
When was the wreck of the AMAGI MARU discovered?
The wreck of the AMAGI MARU was discovered in 1972.
What country did the AMAGI MARU belong to?
The AMAGI MARU belonged to JP.
What was the tonnage of the AMAGI MARU?
The AMAGI MARU had a tonnage of 2249 tons.
What type of wreck is the AMAGI MARU?
The AMAGI MARU is classified as a factory ship.