Kunishima Maru Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Kunishima maru Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		15 22 N,145 2 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 15.366667
  • Longitude: 145.033333
Water Depth 3500 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name KUNISHIMA MARU
Type steam ship
Flag JP
Length 110.6 m
Width 15.2 m
Draught 8.8
Tonnage 4083
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 23, 1944
Original Detection Year 1944
Original Source other
Surveying Details 26.7.71 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 152200N, 1450200E. (SHIPS MONTHLY VOL.6 NO.7). IN OVER 3000MTRS. NCA.
Last Amended Date Jul 28, 2008

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1937 BY HARIMA SHIPBUILDING & ENGINEERING CO. TURBINE ENGINE. TORPEDOED US SUBMARINE SUNFISH. (DODS).

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FAQ

Where is the KUNISHIMA MARU wreck located?

The KUNISHIMA MARU wreck is located at coordinates 15 22 N,145 2 E.

How deep is the seabed around the KUNISHIMA MARU?

The seabed around the KUNISHIMA MARU lies at approximately 3500 meters deep.

When did the KUNISHIMA MARU sink?

The KUNISHIMA MARU sank on Feb 23, 1944.

When was the wreck of the KUNISHIMA MARU discovered?

The wreck of the KUNISHIMA MARU was discovered in 1944.

What country did the KUNISHIMA MARU belong to?

The KUNISHIMA MARU belonged to JP.

What was the tonnage of the KUNISHIMA MARU?

The KUNISHIMA MARU had a tonnage of 4083 tons.

What type of wreck is the KUNISHIMA MARU?

The KUNISHIMA MARU is classified as a steam ship.

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