This was a really special dive for me. It carries some real historic significance for Kiwis ( well I am Zimbabwean but been living in NZ for 15 years now so my wife ensists that I am a Kiwi!!!) Formally known as the HAURAKI this ship was seconded by the Japanese and used as a transporter during the war. CHanging its name from the Hauraki to the Hoki Maru.
There are some real interesting cargo in the holds. Tractors, cars, diggers, etc etc. |
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SHIP STATS
Tonnage: 7,112 ts gross
Length: 137.25 m
Breadth: 17.75 m
Draught: 9.57 m
Engine: 2 x Diesel, North British Diesel Company,Glasgrow. 8-cylinder, 4 stroke, 26.5" diameter,
Horsepower: 3550 hp
Speed: 12.6 knots;
Launching: 28 Novenber 1921
Builder: Wm. Denny & Bros., Dumbarton, Scotland
DEPTH OF SHIP
top of ship: 24 m.
Holds: 40m
Bottom: 56m.
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