Wuhu Maru (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Wuhu maru (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
22 29.146 N,115 23.328 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 22.485767
  • Longitude: 115.388800
Wreck Depth 24 m
Water Depth 30 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name WUHU MARU (POSSIBLY)
Type steam ship
Flag JP
Tonnage 3222
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 29, 1943
Original Detection Year 1943
Last Detection Year 2023
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Surveying Details 4.9.80 DW SHOWN IN 223030N, 1152500E ON US 93036 [1980 EDN]. NCA. 19.11.80 WK 24MTRS SHOWN IN 222912N, 1152320E ON PRC 9113. NC 1372.
Last Amended Date May 26, 2024

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED AND SUNK BY US SUBMARINE SEAWOLF ABOUT 100 MILES S.E. OF HONG KONG (DODS)

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 22 29.146 N,115 23.328 E
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FAQ

Where is the WUHU MARU (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The WUHU MARU (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 22 29.146 N,115 23.328 E.

How deep is the WUHU MARU (POSSIBLY) and where exactly is it located?

The WUHU MARU (POSSIBLY) lies at a depth of about 24 meters and is located at coordinates 22 29.146 N,115 23.328 E.

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

The seabed around the WUHU MARU (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 30 meters deep.

When did the WUHU MARU (POSSIBLY) sink?

The WUHU MARU (POSSIBLY) sank on Oct 29, 1943.

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

The wreck of the WUHU MARU (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1943.

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

The WUHU MARU (POSSIBLY) belonged to JP.

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

The WUHU MARU (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 3222 tons.

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

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