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Ras Rangoni Range Rear Lighthouse

Iso White🇹🇿Dar es-Salaam, TZOperational

Location & Light Range

About Ras Rangoni Range Rear Lighthouse

Also known as: Ras Rangoni Range Rear (LM4)

The Ras Rangoni Range Rear light is a skeletal steel tower standing 18 meters tall, with its light situated at a focal height of 22 meters. Located near Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, it is positioned 260 meters south of its companion front light. This navigational aid emits an isophase white light on a 6-second cycle, providing a geographic range of 13.6 nautical miles. The tower's structure is a skeletal design, and the site is accessible to the public. It serves as part of a range system guiding vessels within a specific channel.

Why it matters: This range rear light is indispensable for guiding ships through a specific channel or into a port along the Tanzanian coast, ensuring safe passage by allowing mariners to maintain a precise course. Its function as part of a range system means it directly prevents groundings or collisions in potentially hazardous waters.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Iso White
Flash Type
Isophase
Light Color
White
Raw Code
Iso W
Focal Height
22m
Geographic Range
13.6NM

Location

City
Dar es-Salaam
Country
🇹🇿Tanzania
Sea Region
Located on the coast of Tanzania, likely along the Indian Ocean, 260m south of its companion front light, guiding vessels in a specific channel.
Latitude
-6.8177°
Longitude
39.3129°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Dar es Salaam(0.5 km)
Admiralty No.
D6684.1
NGA No.
31448
ARLHS No.
TAN-008

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
18m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Material
steel

Structure: skeletal tower

Visiting

Open to public
Yes

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ras Rangoni Range Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Ras Rangoni Range Rear displays the characteristic Iso 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 Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ras Rangoni Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Dar es Salaam at 1 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Mkokotoni, Zanzibar (39.8 NM N), Zanzibar (40.2 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ras Rangoni Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ras Rangoni 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 Ras Rangoni Range Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ras Rangoni 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.