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Ajos Range Rear Lighthouse

Oc Yellow 6s🇫🇮Kemi, FIOperational

Location & Light Range

About Ajos Range Rear Lighthouse

This yellow light is displayed from a 33-meter tall steel skeletal tower in Lapland, Finland. The tower features a triangular design and supports a large rectangular daymark, which is red with a yellow vertical stripe. Its focal height reaches 37 meters, and it emits a yellow occulting light with a 6-second cycle. This rear range light stands 1130 meters north of its corresponding front light, providing a visual reference for vessels navigating a specific channel. The nearest port, Veitsiluoto, is 2.4 kilometers away.

Why it matters: The Ajos Range Rear light is essential for maintaining a precise course for vessels entering or departing the port of Ajos by aligning with its front light, ensuring safe transit through the channel.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc Yellow 6s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
Yellow
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Oc Y 6s
Focal Height
37m
Geographic Range
16.6NM

Location

City
Kemi
Country
🇫🇮Finland
Region
Lapland
Sea Region
Ajos Range Rear, located in Finland, 1130 m north of the front light, guiding vessels in a specific channel or approach.
Latitude
65.6743°
Longitude
24.5219°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
33m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Material
steel

Structure: triangular skeletal tower carrying a large rectangular daymark colored red with a yellow vertical stripe

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Veitsiluoto(2.4 km)
Admiralty No.
C4084.1
NGA No.
18896
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ajos Range Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Ajos Range Rear displays the characteristic Oc Yellow 6s. Each lighthouse has a unique flash pattern published in the List of Lights, allowing mariners to positively identify it and distinguish it from other navigation aids in the area. The yellow color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Ajos Range Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ajos Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Ajos at 0.2 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Veitsiluoto (2.6 NM ENE), Kemi/Tornio (Kemi/Torneå) (3.4 NM NNE), MAKSNIEMI (5.4 NM ESE), SIMONIEMI (9.5 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ajos Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ajos Range Rear Lighthouse is currently operational. It is actively maintained and continues to emit its characteristic light signal for marine navigation. Most modern lighthouses are automated and monitored remotely by the national maritime authority.
What shipping routes pass near Ajos Range Rear Lighthouse?+
Ajos Range Rear Lighthouse is located within the Baltic Sea trade route — a vital shipping corridor for trade between Scandinavian, German, Polish, and Baltic state ports. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Ajos Range Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ajos Range Rear Lighthouse in real time using MarineRadar. The platform shows live AIS positions of ships in the area, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page to open the live map centered on this lighthouse.