Kiriha Maru Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Kiriha maru Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		0 0 N,145 0 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 0.000000
  • Longitude: 145.000000
Water Depth 3800 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name KIRIHA MARU
Type steam ship
Flag JP
Length 100.9 m
Width 14.3 m
Draught 7
Tonnage 3057
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 6, 1943
Original Detection Year 1943
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Surveying Details 7.9.71 SUNK IN V PA 000000N, 1450000E.
Last Amended Date Nov 26, 2007

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1919 BY IRVINES SB & DD CO LTD. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY TATUUMA KISEN KK. TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 430BHP. TORPEDOED BY USS TRITON. (DODS).

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FAQ

Where is the KIRIHA MARU wreck located?

The KIRIHA MARU wreck is located at coordinates 0 0 N,145 0 E.

How deep is the seabed around the KIRIHA MARU?

The seabed around the KIRIHA MARU lies at approximately 3800 meters deep.

When did the KIRIHA MARU sink?

The KIRIHA MARU sank on Mar 6, 1943.

When was the wreck of the KIRIHA MARU discovered?

The wreck of the KIRIHA MARU was discovered in 1943.

What country did the KIRIHA MARU belong to?

The KIRIHA MARU belonged to JP.

What was the tonnage of the KIRIHA MARU?

The KIRIHA MARU had a tonnage of 3057 tons.

What type of wreck is the KIRIHA MARU?

The KIRIHA MARU is classified as a steam ship.

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