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Basin No. 5 Range Front Lighthouse

F Red🇨🇳CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Basin No. 5 Range Front Lighthouse

The Basin No. 5 Range Front light is a 22-meter tall, cylindrical steel tower. Its light is situated 24 meters above sea level, marking the oil terminal quay in Jǐnzhōu. The light shows a single red flash (F R) and has a geographic range of 14.1 nautical miles. This structure is not open to the public.

Why it matters: This navigation aid marks the approach to Jǐnzhōu harbor's outer basin, supporting the safe transit of ships servicing the oil terminal.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F Red
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Red
Raw Code
F R
Focal Height
24m
Geographic Range
14.1NM

Location

Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Liaoning
Sea Region
Jǐnzhōu harbor, guiding vessels into the outer basin, located on the oil terminal quay
Latitude
40.7983°
Longitude
121.0769°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
22m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Material
steel

Structure: round steel tower

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Jinzhou(1.8 km)
Admiralty No.
P3966.5
NGA No.
18383
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Basin No. 5 Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Basin No. 5 Range Front displays the characteristic F Red. 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Basin No. 5 Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Basin No. 5 Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Jinzhou Pt at 2.5 NM to the NW. Other ports served include HULUDAO (5.6 NM SSW), Huludao (10.7 NM WSW), PANJIN (43.3 NM E), Panjin (48.1 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Basin No. 5 Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Basin No. 5 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 Basin No. 5 Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Basin No. 5 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.