Tamahime Maru Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Tamahime maru Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		17 37 N,140 32 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 17.616667
  • Longitude: 140.533333
Water Depth 4600 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name TAMAHIME MARU
Type steam ship
Flag JP
Length 100.9 m
Width 14.3 m
Draught 7
Tonnage 3080
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 5, 1944
Original Detection Year 1944
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Surveying Details 8.9.71 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 173700N, 1403200E. (BRITISH STANDARD SHIPS WW1, VOL.3). FOR FILING ONLY. NCA.
Last Amended Date Jul 28, 2008

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1918. TORPEDOED & SUNK BY US SUBMARINE SHARK APPROX 300M W OF LADRONE ISLANDS. (DODS & BRITISH STANDARD SHIPS, WW1 VOL.3).

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FAQ

Where is the TAMAHIME MARU wreck located?

The TAMAHIME MARU wreck is located at coordinates 17 37 N,140 32 E.

How deep is the seabed around the TAMAHIME MARU?

The seabed around the TAMAHIME MARU lies at approximately 4600 meters deep.

When did the TAMAHIME MARU sink?

The TAMAHIME MARU sank on Jun 5, 1944.

When was the wreck of the TAMAHIME MARU discovered?

The wreck of the TAMAHIME MARU was discovered in 1944.

What country did the TAMAHIME MARU belong to?

The TAMAHIME MARU belonged to JP.

What was the tonnage of the TAMAHIME MARU?

The TAMAHIME MARU had a tonnage of 3080 tons.

What type of wreck is the TAMAHIME MARU?

The TAMAHIME MARU is classified as a steam ship.

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