Sorachi Maru Class Transport

(SORACHI MARU in ballast , postwar)

In 1930, SORACHI MARU was completed as a cargo ship for Kyoritsu Kisen, K. K., of Kobe. SORACHI MARU survived the war, was repaired and renamed EDOGAWA MARU in 1956 and finally was scrapped in 1965.

Builder and Year Completed:	Mitsui Bussan Kaisha, Tamano. 1930
Gross tonnage:	4,107-tons.
Dimensions:	346.7’ x 48.5’ x 27.5’
Propulsion:	Reciprocating steam engine, 1 screw, 2,000 IHP
Speed:	10.5 knots cruising, 14.2 knots max.
Armament:	Unknown