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Map Ta Phut Range Rear Lighthouse

Fl White 20s🇹🇭Map Ta Phut, THOperational

Location & Light Range

About Map Ta Phut Range Rear Lighthouse

The Map Ta Phut Range Rear light is a 12-meter tall cylindrical concrete tower, painted red with a white vertical stripe. It stands 51 meters above sea level and emits a white flash every 20 seconds, visible for up to 18.8 nautical miles. This rear range light is situated 1.6 kilometers north-northwest of its front counterpart in Rayong Province, Thailand. The site is accessible to the public, but visitors cannot enter the tower itself. It is part of a navigational range system serving the Map Ta Phut area.

Why it matters: This range rear light, alongside its front light, offers precise directional guidance for vessels navigating specific channels, helping to keep them within safe passage sectors.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 20s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
20s
Raw Code
Fl W 20s
Focal Height
51m
Geographic Range
18.8NM

Location

City
Map Ta Phut
Country
🇹🇭Thailand
Region
Rayong Province
Sea Region
1.6 km north northwest of the front light in Thailand
Latitude
12.6888°
Longitude
101.1388°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Mab Tapud(2.7 km)
Admiralty No.
F2986.11
NGA No.
20601.1
ARLHS No.
THA-018

Tower & Structure

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

Structure: round white concrete tower with lantern and gallery

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Map Ta Phut Range Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Map Ta Phut Range Rear displays the characteristic Fl White 20s. 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 Map Ta Phut Range Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Map Ta Phut Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Map Ta Phut at 2.2 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Pak Nam (10 NM ESE), Sattahip (14.6 NM WSW), Tungprong Pt (17.9 NM W), PATTAYA (21.6 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Map Ta Phut Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Map Ta Phut 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 Map Ta Phut Range Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Map Ta Phut 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.