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Ras Rangoni Range Front Lighthouse

Q White🇹🇿Dar es-Salaam, TZOperational

Location & Light Range

About Ras Rangoni Range Front Lighthouse

Also known as: Ras Rangoni Range Front (LM3)

This cylindrical concrete tower, standing 9 meters high with a focal height of 11 meters, guides vessels to the harbor entrance. It rises from a square, single-story base and is situated on Ras Rangoni, the cape marking the south side of the entrance. The light exhibits a quick white flash, visible for 10.7 nautical miles. Constructed of concrete, the structure serves as the second light in a range system designed to help mariners maintain proper alignment. It is located 0.6 kilometers from Dar es Salaam.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is the second part of a range light system, essential for ensuring vessels follow the correct course into the harbor and supporting maritime commerce.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Q White
Flash Type
Quick
Light Color
White
Raw Code
Q W
Focal Height
11m
Geographic Range
10.7NM

Location

City
Dar es-Salaam
Country
🇹🇿Tanzania
Sea Region
Guides vessels to the harbor entrance, situated on Ras Rangoni, the cape on the south side of the entrance.
Latitude
-6.8155°
Longitude
39.3134°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower rising from a square 1-story base

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Dar es Salaam(0.6 km)
Admiralty No.
D6684
NGA No.
31444
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ras Rangoni Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Ras Rangoni Range Front displays the characteristic Q White. 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 Ras Rangoni Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ras Rangoni Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Dar es Salaam at 1.1 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Mkokotoni, Zanzibar (39.7 NM NNW), Zanzibar (40.1 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ras Rangoni Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ras Rangoni 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 Ras Rangoni Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ras Rangoni 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.