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Kuching Entrance Range Front Lighthouse

Fl White 6s🇲🇾MYOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kuching Entrance Range Front Lighthouse

This skeletal metal tower stands 19 meters tall and carries a daymark with yellow vertical stripes and a red diamond. Its focal height is 21.5 meters, and it emits a white light with a single flash every 6 seconds. The structure's geographic range is 13.5 nautical miles. It is painted red and yellow. The nearest port is Sejingkat, located 2.7 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This range light is essential for ships entering and departing the Sarawak River, providing precise alignment for safe navigation and supporting shipping routes connected to the port of Sejingkat.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl W 6s
Focal Height
21.5m
Geographic Range
13.5NM

Location

Country
🇲🇾MY
Latitude
1.6252°
Longitude
110.4509°

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Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
19m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
red and yellow
Material
metal

Structure: skeletal tower carrying a daymark with yellow vertical stripes and a red diamond

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Sejingkat(2.7 km)
Admiralty No.
F1901
NGA No.
23928
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kuching Entrance Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Kuching Entrance Range Front displays the characteristic Fl White 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Kuching Entrance Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kuching Entrance Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 4 nearby ports. The closest is Senari - Sarawak at 1.8 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Senari (4 NM SW), Kuching, Sarawak (5.6 NM SW), Pending (6.1 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kuching Entrance Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kuching 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.
How can I track vessels near Kuching Entrance Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kuching 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.