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Kemaman Entrance Range Front Lighthouse

Q red🇲🇾MYOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kemaman Entrance Range Front Lighthouse

The Kemaman Entrance Range Front is a square skeletal tower standing 18 meters tall and carrying a triangular daymark. Painted white with a red vertical stripe, the structure is located 0.7 kilometers from the nearest port, Kemaman. Its focal height reaches 21 meters, and it emits a quick-flashing red light. This operational aid to navigation has a geographic range of 13.4 nautical miles. The tower's distinctive coloring aids in identification.

Why it matters: This range front light is essential for guiding ships into Kemaman port, specifically marking the safe channel for vessels approaching Chukai.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Q red
Flash Type
Quick
Light Color
red
Raw Code
Q.R. 69
Focal Height
21m
Geographic Range
13.4NM

Location

Country
🇲🇾MY
Latitude
4.2509°
Longitude
103.4621°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
18m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white with a red vertical stripe

Structure: square skeletal tower carrying a triangular daymark painted white with a red vertical stripe

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Kemaman(0.7 km)
Admiralty No.
F2859
NGA No.
21034
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kemaman Entrance Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Kemaman Entrance Range Front displays the characteristic Q 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 Kemaman Entrance Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kemaman Entrance Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Kemaman at 0.3 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Tanjung Gelang (16.3 NM S), Kuantan (Tanjong Gelang) (16.8 NM S), Kertih (20.4 NM N), Kuala Dungun (32 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kemaman Entrance Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kemaman Entrance 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.
What shipping routes pass near Kemaman Entrance Range Front Lighthouse?+
Kemaman Entrance Range Front Lighthouse is located within the Strait of Malacca — the primary shipping route between the Indian and Pacific Oceans, carrying over 25% of global traded goods. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Kemaman Entrance Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kemaman Entrance 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.