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RIO DE JANERO MARU
460FT long 8 deck passenger ship of 9,626 tons
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The forth biggest wreck in Truk this huge 8 deck passenger ship lies on her side, Her fore and aft
guns are still in place, but it is her engine room that sets the pulse racing,. Swimming into her
interior, 5 floors in less than 25 mtrs is quite an experience if a little disorientating. Rio de Janeiro
Maru sits at a maximum depth of about 34 metres, with the ship lying on its starboard side. Because
of her location the visibility is “less sparkling” than elsewhere. She is covered in “weed” more than
coral and can be a “gloomy” wreck. Huge props stern telegraphs massive bridge and bow gun all add
to the interest. Lies west of Uman
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