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Banco Reparo Range Front Lighthouse

Fl White 2s🇦🇷AROperational

Location & Light Range

About Banco Reparo Range Front Lighthouse

This square skeletal metal tower stands 15 meters tall and is painted red. It is located 1.3 kilometers from San Antonio Oeste, guiding vessels through a shallow area west of the entrance channel. The structure carries several daymarks, including a triangular one pointing upward. The operational light emits a single white flash every two seconds, providing clear guidance. This light functions as the front range marker, working with another light to establish a precise alignment for safe navigation.

Why it matters: This range light is essential for commercial and fishing vessels entering and exiting San Antonio Oeste, offering precise alignment to prevent groundings on submerged shoals within the hazardous entrance channel.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 2s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
2s
Raw Code
Fl W 2s
Focal Height
15m
Geographic Range
11.9NM

Location

Country
🇦🇷Argentina
Sea Region
Shallow area off the west side of the entrance channel to San Antonio Oeste, serving as the second range light for the port.
Latitude
-40.7793°
Longitude
-64.9204°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
red
Material
metal

Structure: square skeletal tower carrying several daymarks including a triangular daymark point up

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
San antonio oeste(1.3 km)
Admiralty No.
G1036
NGA No.
19604
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Banco Reparo Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Banco Reparo Range Front displays the characteristic Fl White 2s. 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Banco Reparo Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Banco Reparo Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is San Antonio Este at 1.8 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include SAN ANTONIO OESTE (2.8 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Banco Reparo Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Banco Reparo Range Front 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.
How can I track vessels near Banco Reparo Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Banco Reparo Range Front 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.