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Bukhta Postovaya Range Front Lighthouse

Fl Red 3s🇷🇺RUOperational

Location & Light Range

About Bukhta Postovaya Range Front Lighthouse

This cylindrical concrete tower stands 12 meters tall and is painted white with a single black vertical stripe. Its focal height reaches 21 meters above sea level. The lighthouse emits a red light that flashes every 3 seconds. It is located 0.4 kilometers from the port of Posyet, on the northern side of Posyet Bay. The structure has a geographic range of 13.4 nautical miles.

Why it matters: This range front light, working with the Nazimova lighthouse, defines a safe passage through Posyet Bay for navigating vessels.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl R 3s
Focal Height
21m
Geographic Range
13.4NM

Location

Country
🇷🇺RU
Latitude
42.6510°
Longitude
130.8006°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with a black vertical stripe
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower, painted white with a black vertical stripe

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Posyet(0.4 km)
Admiralty No.
M7421.4.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Bukhta Postovaya Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Bukhta Postovaya Range Front displays the characteristic Fl Red 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Bukhta Postovaya Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Bukhta Postovaya Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Posyet at 0.2 NM to the S. Other ports served include Zarubino (11.9 NM E), Vityaz (16.5 NM E), Slavyanka (29.5 NM ENE), Rajin (Najin) (33.7 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Bukhta Postovaya Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Bukhta Postovaya 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 Bukhta Postovaya Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Bukhta Postovaya 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.