Nipo Maru Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Nipo maru Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		0 44 N,105 42 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 0.733333
  • Longitude: 105.700000
Water Depth 44 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name NIPO MARU
Type motor vessel
Flag JP
Length 140.8 m
Width 19 m
Draught 27.2
Tonnage 6079
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 29, 1944
Original Detection Year 1944
Original Source other
Surveying Details H1287/73/257 30.11.73 SANK IN APPROX POSN 004400N, 1054200E. (LTR CORMORANT SALVAGE LTD, 18.11.73). FOR FILING ONLY. NCA.
Last Amended Date Nov 17, 2005

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1938 BY ERIKSBERGS MEK VERDTAD. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY THE JAPANESE GOVERNMENT. OIL ENGINE OF 1282NHP. SUNK BY US SUBMARINE FLASHER. (DODS).

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FAQ

Where is the NIPO MARU wreck located?

The NIPO MARU wreck is located at coordinates 0 44 N,105 42 E.

How deep is the seabed around the NIPO MARU?

The seabed around the NIPO MARU lies at approximately 44 meters deep.

When did the NIPO MARU sink?

The NIPO MARU sank on Jun 29, 1944.

When was the wreck of the NIPO MARU discovered?

The wreck of the NIPO MARU was discovered in 1944.

What country did the NIPO MARU belong to?

The NIPO MARU belonged to JP.

What was the tonnage of the NIPO MARU?

The NIPO MARU had a tonnage of 6079 tons.

What type of wreck is the NIPO MARU?

The NIPO MARU is classified as a motor vessel.

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