Sankou Maru Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Sankou maru Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		10 37 N,118 12 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 10.616667
  • Longitude: 118.200000
Water Depth 1100 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SANKOU MARU
Type carrier
Flag JP
Length 100.9 m
Width 15.8 m
Draught 7.9
Tonnage 2998
Cargo timber
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 14, 1985
Original Detection Year 1985
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H3763/73 30.4.85 SANK IN 103700N, 11812E. (LL 19.4.85). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Oct 25, 2005

Circumstances of loss

BUILT 1971 BY HASHIHAMA ZOSEN, IMABARI. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY IKEDA KAIUN KK. PASSAGE LAWAS FOR KAGOSHIMA. REPORTED MAKING WATER THROUGH CRACKS IN HULL. ABANDONED BY CREW AND EVENTUALLY SANK OFF PALAWAN ISLAND, W PHILLIPINES. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the SANKOU MARU wreck located?

The SANKOU MARU wreck is located at coordinates 10 37 N,118 12 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SANKOU MARU?

The seabed around the SANKOU MARU lies at approximately 1100 meters deep.

When did the SANKOU MARU sink?

The SANKOU MARU sank on Apr 14, 1985.

When was the wreck of the SANKOU MARU discovered?

The wreck of the SANKOU MARU was discovered in 1985.

What country did the SANKOU MARU belong to?

The SANKOU MARU belonged to JP.

What cargo was the SANKOU MARU carrying?

The SANKOU MARU was carrying timber.

What was the tonnage of the SANKOU MARU?

The SANKOU MARU had a tonnage of 2998 tons.

What type of wreck is the SANKOU MARU?

The SANKOU MARU is classified as a carrier.

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