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Coatzacoalcos Entrance Range Rear Lighthouse

Fl White 2s🇲🇽Coatzacoalcos, MXOperational

Location & Light Range

About Coatzacoalcos Entrance Range Rear Lighthouse

This square skeletal tower, standing 60 meters tall, is painted with red and white horizontal bands. Its focal height is 55 meters, providing a geographic range of 19.4 nautical miles. The structure is made of steel and emits a white light with a single flash every 2 seconds. It is located at the Coatzacoalcos Entrance, positioned 290 meters south-southeast of the corresponding front light. The nearest port, Pajaritos, is just 0.4 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This rear range light, aligned with its front counterpart, is essential for vessels navigating the Coatzacoalcos Entrance channel, ensuring safe passage into the port.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 2s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
2s
Raw Code
Fl W 2s
Focal Height
55m
Geographic Range
19.4NM

Location

City
Coatzacoalcos
Country
🇲🇽Mexico
Region
Veracruz
Sea Region
Located at the Coatzacoalcos Entrance, 290 meters south southeast of the front light.
Latitude
18.1220°
Longitude
-94.3994°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
60m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
with red and white horizontal bands
Material
steel

Structure: square skeletal tower painted with red and white horizontal bands

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Pajaritos(0.4 km)
Admiralty No.
J4339.1
NGA No.
15472
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Coatzacoalcos Entrance Range Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Coatzacoalcos Entrance Range Rear 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 Coatzacoalcos Entrance Range Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Coatzacoalcos Entrance Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Coatzacoalcos at 0.7 NM to the N. Other ports served include Pajaritos (1 NM ESE), Nanchital (3.5 NM SSW), Rabon Grande/Coatzacoalcos (5.7 NM N), Minatitlan (17 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Coatzacoalcos Entrance Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Coatzacoalcos Entrance Range Rear 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 Coatzacoalcos Entrance Range Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Coatzacoalcos Entrance Range Rear 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.