Zuiryo Maru No 18 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status lifted
Zuiryo maru no 18 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		9 26 S,159 32 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -9.433333
  • Longitude: 159.533333
Water Depth 5 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ZUIRYO MARU NO 18
Type fishing vessel
Flag JP
Tonnage 79
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 10, 1985
Original Detection Year 1985
Last Detection Year 1985
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Jul 30, 2004

Simplified Wreck Survey

The wreckage of the Zuiryo Maru No 18 was reported off the west coast of Guadalcanal in the Solomon Sea. The vessel was recorded at coordinates 9 26 S, 159 32 E. Following an incident where the vessel was stranded on rocky islets, it was subsequently refloated. This site is documented under historical maritime survey records H1278/84. For mariners navigating the waters near the west coast of Guadalcanal, these coordinates serve as a reference point for past maritime incidents involving the Zuiryo Maru No 18.

Surveying Details

H1278/84 24.7.85 STRANDED ON ROCKY ISLETS ON W COAST GUADALCANAL IN 092600S, 1593200E. (LL 11.7.85). H1278/84 29.7.85 VESSEL REFLOATED. (LL 17.7.85).

Circumstances of loss

RAN AGROUND IN 092600S, 1593200E. NO DEATHS REPD. (LL).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 9 26 S,159 32 E
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FAQ

Where is the ZUIRYO MARU NO 18 wreck located?

The ZUIRYO MARU NO 18 wreck is located at coordinates 9 26 S,159 32 E.

How deep is the seabed around the ZUIRYO MARU NO 18?

The seabed around the ZUIRYO MARU NO 18 lies at approximately 5 meters deep.

When did the ZUIRYO MARU NO 18 sink?

The ZUIRYO MARU NO 18 sank on Jul 10, 1985.

When was the wreck of the ZUIRYO MARU NO 18 discovered?

The wreck of the ZUIRYO MARU NO 18 was discovered in 1985.

What country did the ZUIRYO MARU NO 18 belong to?

The ZUIRYO MARU NO 18 belonged to JP.

What was the tonnage of the ZUIRYO MARU NO 18?

The ZUIRYO MARU NO 18 had a tonnage of 79 tons.

What type of wreck is the ZUIRYO MARU NO 18?

The ZUIRYO MARU NO 18 is classified as a fishing vessel.

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