Taiten Maru (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Taiten maru (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		20 30.833 N,118 32.25 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 20.513883
  • Longitude: 118.537500
Water Depth 2500 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name TAITEN MARU (POSSIBLY)
Type steam ship
Flag JP
Tonnage 6442
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 24, 1944
Original Detection Year 1944
Last Detection Year 2016
Original Source unknown
Surveying Details 11.2.76 WRECK SHOWN IN 203050N, 1183215E ON CHINESE 0013. NCA.
Last Amended Date Dec 10, 2019

Circumstances of loss

OWNED BY OSAKA SHOSEN KK. TORPEDOED AND SUNK BY US SUBMARINE SEADRAGON ABOUT 150M NW OF LUZON ISLAND. (DODS).

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FAQ

Where is the TAITEN MARU (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The TAITEN MARU (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 20 30.833 N,118 32.25 E.

How deep is the seabed around the TAITEN MARU (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the TAITEN MARU (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 2500 meters deep.

When did the TAITEN MARU (POSSIBLY) sink?

The TAITEN MARU (POSSIBLY) sank on Oct 24, 1944.

When was the wreck of the TAITEN MARU (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the TAITEN MARU (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1944.

What country did the TAITEN MARU (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The TAITEN MARU (POSSIBLY) belonged to JP.

What was the tonnage of the TAITEN MARU (POSSIBLY)?

The TAITEN MARU (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 6442 tons.

What type of wreck is the TAITEN MARU (POSSIBLY)?

The TAITEN MARU (POSSIBLY) is classified as a steam ship.

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