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Napier Southern Range Front Lighthouse

F R 10s🇳🇿North Island (East Coast), NZOperational

Location & Light Range

About Napier Southern Range Front Lighthouse

This green post structure stands 13 meters tall with a focal height of 15 meters. Its light displays a white, red, and green flash sequence every 10 seconds. The lighthouse was temporarily out of service in 2022. It is part of a navigational range on the east coast of North Island.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F R 10s
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl.W.R.G. period 10s
Focal Height
15m
Geographic Range
14NM

Location

City
North Island (East Coast)
Country
🇳🇿NZ
Latitude
-39.4501°
Longitude
176.8702°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
13m
Tower Color
green

Structure: Green post; 13. Temporarily extinguished (2022)

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
K3981
NGA No.
4506
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Napier Southern Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Napier Southern Range Front displays the characteristic F R 10s — 1 red flash every 10 seconds. 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 Napier Southern Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Napier Southern Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Napier at 2.3 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Seaview (2.4 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Napier Southern Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Napier Southern 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 Napier Southern Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Napier Southern 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.