Shoto Maru Or Syoto Maru Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Shoto maru or syoto maru Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		28 27 N,128 3 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 28.450000
  • Longitude: 128.050000
Water Depth 850 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SHOTO MARU OR SYOTO MARU
Type steam ship
Flag JP
Tonnage 5030
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 31, 1943
Original Detection Year 1943
Original Source other
Surveying Details SUNK IN S CHINA SEA. (WARTIME STANDARD SHIPS, VOL 3). POSN 282700N, 1280300E FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Dec 19, 2005

Circumstances of loss

BUILT BY LLOYD ROYAL BELGE (GB) LTD, WHITEINCH, GLASGOW. LAID DOWN 10.1919 AS WAR KOCHIA. SUNK BY SUBMARINE.

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FAQ

Where is the SHOTO MARU OR SYOTO MARU wreck located?

The SHOTO MARU OR SYOTO MARU wreck is located at coordinates 28 27 N,128 3 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SHOTO MARU OR SYOTO MARU?

The seabed around the SHOTO MARU OR SYOTO MARU lies at approximately 850 meters deep.

When did the SHOTO MARU OR SYOTO MARU sink?

The SHOTO MARU OR SYOTO MARU sank on Aug 31, 1943.

When was the wreck of the SHOTO MARU OR SYOTO MARU discovered?

The wreck of the SHOTO MARU OR SYOTO MARU was discovered in 1943.

What country did the SHOTO MARU OR SYOTO MARU belong to?

The SHOTO MARU OR SYOTO MARU belonged to JP.

What was the tonnage of the SHOTO MARU OR SYOTO MARU?

The SHOTO MARU OR SYOTO MARU had a tonnage of 5030 tons.

What type of wreck is the SHOTO MARU OR SYOTO MARU?

The SHOTO MARU OR SYOTO MARU is classified as a steam ship.

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