Yasukuni Maru Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Yasukuni maru Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		3 19 N,137 2 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 3.316667
  • Longitude: 137.033333
Water Depth 4400 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name YASUKUNI MARU
Type steam ship
Flag JP
Length 100.9 m
Width 14.3 m
Draught 7
Tonnage 3025
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 21, 1944
Original Detection Year 1944
Original Source other
Surveying Details 7.9.71 SUNK IN POSN 031900N, 1370200E. NCA.
Last Amended Date Nov 26, 2007

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1920 BY N OF IRELAND SB CO LTD. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY HAMANE SHOTEN KK. TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 433NHP. TORPEDOED BY USS SEAHORSE. (DODS).

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FAQ

Where is the YASUKUNI MARU wreck located?

The YASUKUNI MARU wreck is located at coordinates 3 19 N,137 2 E.

How deep is the seabed around the YASUKUNI MARU?

The seabed around the YASUKUNI MARU lies at approximately 4400 meters deep.

When did the YASUKUNI MARU sink?

The YASUKUNI MARU sank on Jan 21, 1944.

When was the wreck of the YASUKUNI MARU discovered?

The wreck of the YASUKUNI MARU was discovered in 1944.

What country did the YASUKUNI MARU belong to?

The YASUKUNI MARU belonged to JP.

What was the tonnage of the YASUKUNI MARU?

The YASUKUNI MARU had a tonnage of 3025 tons.

What type of wreck is the YASUKUNI MARU?

The YASUKUNI MARU is classified as a steam ship.

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