Nichinan Maru Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Nichinan maru Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		1 36.799 N,102 53.233 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 1.613317
  • Longitude: 102.887217
Wreck Depth 33 m
Water Depth 40 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name NICHINAN MARU
Type steam ship
Flag JP
Orientation 22
Tonnage 1945
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 19, 1944
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1945
Last Detection Year 2023
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Surveying Details H03511/45 24.7.45 DW PA IN 013648N, 1025312E. (JAPANESE HYDRO BULLETIN 2017). - FNM 2158/45. H03511/45 1.1.51 LEAST DEPTH OVER WK 17FMS. (HMS DAMPIER) - NM 2548/50. H1896/62 LIST GIVES NAME & DATE OF SINKING. H4719/70 4.3.71 SWEPT CLEAR AT 33MTRS. (HMS HYDRA, HN). - NM 346/71. H4719/70 29.6.71 LOCATED IN 013648N, 1025312E USING HI-FIX [2 LOP]. SWEPT CLEAR 33.7MTRS, FOUL 34.7MTRS. E/S DEPTH 36.0MTRS IN GEN DEPTH 44MTRS. SLIGHT SCOUR. SAND & MUD. 'WHISKERS' ON E/S OF UP TO 32.0MTRS, BUT WIRE PASSED THROUGH THEM, SO THOUGHT TO BE FISH OR WEED. LIES ROUGHLY NNE/SSW & SITS UPRIGHT ON LEVEL BOTTOM. (HMS HYDRA, 11.2.71). NFA.
Last Amended Date Sep 5, 2023

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED & SUNK BY BRITISH SUBMARINE 25M NE OF BENKALIS, SUMATRA. (DODS).

General Comments

UPRIGHT

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FAQ

Where is the NICHINAN MARU wreck located?

The NICHINAN MARU wreck is located at coordinates 1 36.799 N,102 53.233 E.

How deep is the NICHINAN MARU and where exactly is it located?

The NICHINAN MARU lies at a depth of about 33 meters and is located at coordinates 1 36.799 N,102 53.233 E.

How deep is the seabed around the NICHINAN MARU?

The seabed around the NICHINAN MARU lies at approximately 40 meters deep.

When did the NICHINAN MARU sink?

The NICHINAN MARU sank on Nov 19, 1944.

When was the wreck of the NICHINAN MARU discovered?

The wreck of the NICHINAN MARU was discovered in 1945.

What country did the NICHINAN MARU belong to?

The NICHINAN MARU belonged to JP.

What was the tonnage of the NICHINAN MARU?

The NICHINAN MARU had a tonnage of 1945 tons.

What type of wreck is the NICHINAN MARU?

The NICHINAN MARU is classified as a steam ship.

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