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Map Ta Phut Range Front Lighthouse

Fl Green 4s🇹🇭Map Ta Phut, THOperational

Location & Light Range

About Map Ta Phut Range Front Lighthouse

This steel tower stands 30 meters tall and is painted red with a white vertical stripe. Its square base supports the structure, which has a focal height of 31 meters. The light emits a green flash every 4 seconds. It serves as a range front marker within Map Ta Phut harbor, guiding vessels into the artificial port facilities. The tower's design includes a diamond-shaped daymark, also red with a white vertical stripe. This navigational aid has a geographic range of 15.5 nautical miles.

Why it matters: This light is important for the safe passage of ships entering and departing Map Ta Phut harbor, a significant industrial port for Thailand's petrochemical industry.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl G 4s
Focal Height
31m
Geographic Range
15.5NM

Location

City
Map Ta Phut
Country
🇹🇭Thailand
Region
Rayong Province
Sea Region
Map Ta Phut harbor, an artificial harbor within a large petrochemical industrial park, about 16 km west of Rayong, Thailand.
Latitude
12.6755°
Longitude
101.1427°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
29.8704m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
red with a white vertical stripe
Material
steel

Structure: A 30m robust steel post, painted white with two red bands near the top, carrying a diamond-shaped daymark painted red with a white vertical stripe.

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Mab Tapud(1.9 km)
Admiralty No.
F2986.1
NGA No.
20601
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Map Ta Phut Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Map Ta Phut Range Front displays the characteristic Fl Green 4s. 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Map Ta Phut Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Map Ta Phut Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Map Ta Phut at 1.4 NM to the S. Other ports served include Pak Nam (9.6 NM ESE), Sattahip (14.7 NM W), Tungprong Pt (18.2 NM W), PATTAYA (22.3 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Map Ta Phut Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Map Ta Phut 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 Map Ta Phut Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Map Ta Phut 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.