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Bintulu (Tanjung Kidurong) Inner Range Front Lighthouse

Iso red 6s🇲🇾MYOperational

Location & Light Range

About Bintulu (Tanjung Kidurong) Inner Range Front Lighthouse

A skeletal red tower measuring 18 meters in height, with its light situated 12 meters above sea level. The structure supports a red trapezoidal daymark and displays an isophase red light. This light forms part of an inner range system, coordinated with a rear light for navigation assistance. It is situated on the Tanjung Kidurong waterfront, around 1.4 kilometers from Bintulu port in Sarawak. The light's visibility extends for 11 nautical miles.

Why it matters: This navigation aid is important for vessels entering or leaving Bintulu, Sarawak, offering necessary direction for safe transit of the port's inner approaches. Its coordinated red light range system assists mariners in keeping an accurate heading, reducing the risk of grounding or contact within the shipping channels.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Iso red 6s
Flash Type
Isophase
Light Color
red
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Iso.R
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
11NM

Location

Country
🇲🇾MY
Latitude
3.2609°
Longitude
113.0787°

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Name
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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
18m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
red

Structure: skeletal tower carrying a red trapezoidal daymark

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Bintulu, Sarawak(1.4 km)
Admiralty No.
F1925.3
NGA No.
24177
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Bintulu (Tanjung Kidurong) Inner Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Bintulu (Tanjung Kidurong) Inner Range Front displays the characteristic Iso red 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Bintulu (Tanjung Kidurong) Inner Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Bintulu (Tanjung Kidurong) Inner Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Bintulu, Sarawak at 2.7 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Samalaju (23.6 NM NE), Tubau (38 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Bintulu (Tanjung Kidurong) Inner Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Bintulu (Tanjung Kidurong) Inner 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 Bintulu (Tanjung Kidurong) Inner Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Bintulu (Tanjung Kidurong) Inner 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.