Kyoan Maru Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Kyoan maru Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		10 30 N,110 10 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 10.500000
  • Longitude: 110.166667
Water Depth 1350 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Low Water
Name KYOAN MARU
Type carrier
Flag JP
Length 101.5 m
Width 15.8 m
Draught 6.7
Tonnage 2993
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo rubber
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 21, 1972
Original Detection Year 1972
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 25.9.72 SANK 300 MILES E OF SAIGON IN 103000N, 1101000E APPROX. (LL 209). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY. 10.12.07 SANK IN 1006.0N, 1125.0E (SIC). (MSD).
Last Amended Date Dec 10, 2007

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1970 BY IMAI ZOSENM, KOCHI. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY TAIZAN KAIUN KK. PASSAGE SINGAPORE FOR HONG KONG. SANK FOLLOWING EXPLOSION. CREW RECOVERED. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the KYOAN MARU wreck located?

The KYOAN MARU wreck is located at coordinates 10 30 N,110 10 E.

How deep is the seabed around the KYOAN MARU?

The seabed around the KYOAN MARU lies at approximately 1350 meters deep.

When did the KYOAN MARU sink?

The KYOAN MARU sank on Sep 21, 1972.

When was the wreck of the KYOAN MARU discovered?

The wreck of the KYOAN MARU was discovered in 1972.

What country did the KYOAN MARU belong to?

The KYOAN MARU belonged to JP.

What cargo was the KYOAN MARU carrying?

The KYOAN MARU was carrying rubber.

What was the tonnage of the KYOAN MARU?

The KYOAN MARU had a tonnage of 2993 tons.

What type of wreck is the KYOAN MARU?

The KYOAN MARU is classified as a carrier.

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