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Suízhōng Gǎng West Range Front Lighthouse

F White🇨🇳Huludao City, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Suízhōng Gǎng West Range Front Lighthouse

Also known as: Suízhōng Gǎng West Range Front (3 towers)

This square pyramidal skeletal tower made of steel reaches a height of 16 meters. Its focal plane is at 17 meters, offering a geographic range of 12.4 nautical miles. The light displays a steady white signal (F W). Situated on the eastern side of Suízhōng, within Huludao City's harbor area in China's Liaoning province, the structure is near the water's edge, 2.8 kilometers from the port of Suizhong. The tower is operational.

Why it matters: As part of a range system, this structure assists ships in maintaining correct alignment when entering or leaving the Suízhōng harbor basin.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F White
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
White
Raw Code
F W
Focal Height
17m
Geographic Range
12.4NM

Location

City
Huludao City
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Liaoning
Sea Region
harbor basin on the east side of Suízhōng
Latitude
40.0832°
Longitude
120.0391°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
16m
Tower Shape
square
Material
steel

Structure: square pyramidal skeletal towers

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Suizhong(2.8 km)
Admiralty No.
P3960.36
NGA No.
CN-1251.455
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Suízhōng Gǎng West Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Suízhōng Gǎng West Range Front displays the characteristic F 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 Suízhōng Gǎng West Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Suízhōng Gǎng West Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Qinhuangdao Pt at 20.7 NM to the WSW. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Suízhōng Gǎng West Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Suízhōng Gǎng West 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 Suízhōng Gǎng West Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Suízhōng Gǎng West 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.