Mexico Maru Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Mexico maru Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		2 0 N,122 30 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 2.000000
  • Longitude: 122.500000
Water Depth 4700 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MEXICO MARU
Type steam ship
Length 121.9 m
Width 15.5 m
Draught 9.8
Tonnage 5785
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 29, 1944
Original Detection Year 1944
Original Source other
Surveying Details 21.9.72 SUNK ABOUT 50M N OF BUOL. (DODS). POSN 020000N, 1223000E. NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Jun 18, 2007

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1910 BY MITSUBISHI DOCKYARD & ENGINEEERING WORKS. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY OSAKA SHOSEN KK. TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE. TORPEDOED BY USS JACK ABOUT 50M N OF BUOL, CELEBES. (DODS).

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FAQ

Where is the MEXICO MARU wreck located?

The MEXICO MARU wreck is located at coordinates 2 0 N,122 30 E.

How deep is the seabed around the MEXICO MARU?

The seabed around the MEXICO MARU lies at approximately 4700 meters deep.

When did the MEXICO MARU sink?

The MEXICO MARU sank on Aug 29, 1944.

When was the wreck of the MEXICO MARU discovered?

The wreck of the MEXICO MARU was discovered in 1944.

What was the tonnage of the MEXICO MARU?

The MEXICO MARU had a tonnage of 5785 tons.

What type of wreck is the MEXICO MARU?

The MEXICO MARU is classified as a steam ship.

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