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Bangkok Beacon H Lighthouse

Fl White 3s🇹🇭THOperational

Location & Light Range

About Bangkok Beacon H Lighthouse

Also known as: Bangkok Beacon H (Inbound Upper Range Rear)

Bangkok Beacon H is a 32-meter skeletal concrete tower with a white vertical stripe on a black background. It stands 35 meters above sea level and emits a white flash every 3 seconds. The tower carries several rectangular daymark panels, also painted black with a white vertical stripe. This structure is located approximately 4.8 kilometers from the nearest port, Bangkok. The site is open to the public, but the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This navigational aid is part of an inbound upper range, guiding vessels through channels approaching the port of Bangkok.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl W 3s
Focal Height
35m
Geographic Range
16.2NM

Location

Country
🇹🇭TH
Latitude
13.5602°
Longitude
100.5671°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Bangkok(4.8 km)
Admiralty No.
F2945.1
NGA No.
20736
ARLHS No.
THA-055

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
32m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
black with a white vertical stripe
Material
concrete

Structure: skeletal tower carrying several rectangular daymark panels painted black with a white vertical stripe

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Bangkok Beacon H Lighthouse at night?+
Bangkok Beacon H displays the characteristic Fl White 3s. 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 Bangkok Beacon H Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Bangkok Beacon H Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Unithai Container Terminal at 1.7 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Nim Port (2.4 NM N), Bangkok Modern Terminals/Bangkok (2.6 NM NNE), Samut Prakan (3.1 NM NE), Phra Pradaeng (3.5 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Bangkok Beacon H Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Bangkok Beacon H 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 Bangkok Beacon H Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Bangkok Beacon H 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.