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Tanjung Karangrempak Range Front Lighthouse

Fl White 5.5s🇮🇩IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tanjung Karangrempak Range Front Lighthouse

Also known as: Third

This green, square tower stands 12 meters tall, with its focal plane also at 12 meters. It is mounted on a square pier supported by piles. The lighthouse emits a white flash every 5.5 seconds, visible for 11 nautical miles. Operational since its activation, it serves as the front light of the Tanjung Karangrempak range system. The site is open to visitors, but the tower itself is closed to the public.

Why it matters: As the front range light, this structure provides essential directional guidance for vessels navigating the waters near Cilacap, which is 1.7 kilometers away.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5.5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5.5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5.5s
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
11NM

Location

Country
🇮🇩Indonesia
Region
Central Java
Latitude
-7.7669°
Longitude
109.0297°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Cilacap (Tjilatjap)(1.7 km)
Admiralty No.
Q1274
NGA No.
23844
ARLHS No.
IDO-060

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
green

Structure: square tower, mounted on a square pier supported by piles

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Type
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Tanjung Karangrempak Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Tanjung Karangrempak Range Front displays the characteristic Fl White 5.5s. 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 Tanjung Karangrempak Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tanjung Karangrempak Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Cilacap (Tjilatjap) at 3.3 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Arun (38.6 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tanjung Karangrempak Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tanjung Karangrempak 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 Tanjung Karangrempak Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tanjung Karangrempak 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.