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Pulau Tiga Lighthouse

Fl White 10s🇲🇾MYOperational

Location & Light Range

About Pulau Tiga Lighthouse

This cylindrical steel tower stands 25 meters tall, with its focal plane at 74 meters above sea level. It is painted white and distinguished by a single broad red horizontal band. The lighthouse was built in 2002 and emits a white light with one flash every 10 seconds. Its geographic range extends to 21.9 nautical miles. The structure is located near Pulau Tiga, approximately 35 kilometers from Kota Kinabalu.

Why it matters: This lighthouse warns mariners of Pulau Tiga's presence within the South China Sea, a key waterway for international and local maritime traffic.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
74m
Geographic Range
21.9NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2002

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Kota Kinabalu(35.1 km)
Admiralty No.
F1955
NGA No.
24446
ARLHS No.
EMA-020

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
25m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with one broad red horizontal band
Material
steel

Structure: round steel tower, painted white with one broad red horizontal band

Location

Country
🇲🇾MY
Latitude
5.7350°
Longitude
115.6344°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Pulau Tiga Lighthouse at night?+
Pulau Tiga displays the characteristic Fl White 10s. 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 Pulau Tiga Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Pulau Tiga Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Kimanis, Sabah at 10.9 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Beaufort (25.1 NM SSE), Menumbok (30.6 NM SSW), Kota Kinabalu, Sabah (33.4 NM ENE), Labuan, Sabah (36.4 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Pulau Tiga Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Pulau Tiga 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 Pulau Tiga Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Pulau Tiga 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.