Masa Maru No.8 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Masa maru no.8 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		9 7.7 S,160 12.7 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -9.128333
  • Longitude: 160.211667
Water Depth 4 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MASA MARU NO.8
Type fishing vessel
Tonnage 40
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Bottom Texture Coral
Original Detection Year 1972
Last Detection Year 2019
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 2.2.72 REPORT OF VESSEL AGROUND IN 090742S, 1601242E APPROX. SALVAGE UNLIKELY. (LLOYDS VOL.207) NCA.
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2019

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL RAN AGROUND DURING CYCLONE CARLOTTA. OWNED BY K. KANNA OF OKINAWA. (LLOYDS VOL.207)

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FAQ

Where is the MASA MARU NO.8 wreck located?

The MASA MARU NO.8 wreck is located at coordinates 9 7.7 S,160 12.7 E.

How deep is the seabed around the MASA MARU NO.8?

The seabed around the MASA MARU NO.8 lies at approximately 4 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the MASA MARU NO.8 discovered?

The wreck of the MASA MARU NO.8 was discovered in 1972.

What was the tonnage of the MASA MARU NO.8?

The MASA MARU NO.8 had a tonnage of 40 tons.

What type of wreck is the MASA MARU NO.8?

The MASA MARU NO.8 is classified as a fishing vessel.

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