Eifuku (Eihuku) Maru Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Wreck Category |
non-dangerous wreck |
Eifuku (eihuku) maru Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
|
7 7.28 N,104 43.27 E |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
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- Latitude: 7.121333
- Longitude: 104.721167
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| Wreck Depth |
36 m
|
| Water Depth |
54 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
always under water/submerged |
| Vertical Datum |
Lowest Astronomical Tide |
| Name |
EIFUKU (EIHUKU) MARU |
|
Type
|
steam ship
|
| Flag |
JP |
| Length |
117.4 m |
| Width |
15.5 m |
| Draught |
11 |
| Orientation |
80 |
| Tonnage |
5866 |
| Tonnage Type |
gross |
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Date Sunk |
Aug 31, 1942
|
| Original Detection Year |
2002 |
| Last Detection Year |
2012 |
| Original Source |
national HO/authority charts |
| Last Amended Date |
Dec 17, 2014 |
Simplified Wreck Survey
The Eifuku Maru shipwreck is located in the South China Sea at coordinates 07 07.28 N, 104 43.27 E. This underwater wreck sits at a general depth of 54 meters, with the shallowest point over the wreckage recorded at 34 meters. Originally identified as the Eifuku Maru, the vessel lies on a heading of 260 degrees. The site remains partially intact with two forward holds still visible, while the remainder of the ship has been broken up due to historical cargo salvage operations. Please note that subsequent survey data indicates additional wreckage remains found in the vicinity at 07 06.0 N, 104 43.0 E. This wreck site serves as a significant underwater obstruction for navigation in the region.
Surveying Details
HH100/351/19 26.11.02 DIVED IN 0707.28N, 10443.27E [WGD] USING GPS. THIS IS THE WRECK OF EIFUKU MARU. TWO FORWARD HOLDS STILL INTACT, THE REST HAS BEEN BROKEN UP FOR THE SALVAGE OF THE CARGO. DEPTH OVER WK 38MTRS IN GEN DEPTH 54MTRS. LIES HEADING 260 DEGS. (V SKOGLIE, EMAIL DTD 19.11.02). INS AS WK 36MTRS. BR STD. 28.2.12 WK 34MTRS IN 0706.0N, 10443.0E [UND]. (FRENCH 8/149/12). NCA.
Circumstances of loss
BUILT IN 1918 BY KAWASAKI DOCHYARD CO. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY TODAI KISEN KK. TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 444NHP. TORPEDOED AND SUNK BY USSM GROWLER OFF KEELING, FORMOSA.
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7 7.28 N,104 43.27 E
Eifuku (Eihuku) Maru on Wreck Map
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FAQ
Where is the EIFUKU (EIHUKU) MARU wreck located?
The EIFUKU (EIHUKU) MARU wreck is located at coordinates 7 7.28 N,104 43.27 E.
How deep is the EIFUKU (EIHUKU) MARU and where exactly is it located?
The EIFUKU (EIHUKU) MARU lies at a depth of about 36 meters and is located at coordinates 7 7.28 N,104 43.27 E.
How deep is the seabed around the EIFUKU (EIHUKU) MARU?
The seabed around the EIFUKU (EIHUKU) MARU lies at approximately 54 meters deep.
When did the EIFUKU (EIHUKU) MARU sink?
The EIFUKU (EIHUKU) MARU sank on Aug 31, 1942.
When was the wreck of the EIFUKU (EIHUKU) MARU discovered?
The wreck of the EIFUKU (EIHUKU) MARU was discovered in 2002.
What country did the EIFUKU (EIHUKU) MARU belong to?
The EIFUKU (EIHUKU) MARU belonged to JP.
What was the tonnage of the EIFUKU (EIHUKU) MARU?
The EIFUKU (EIHUKU) MARU had a tonnage of 5866 tons.
What type of wreck is the EIFUKU (EIHUKU) MARU?
The EIFUKU (EIHUKU) MARU is classified as a steam ship.
General Comments
TWO FWD HOLDS INTACT, REST BROKEN UP, BOWS W