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Tanjung Priok Rader Tower Lighthouse

Fl Red 8s🇮🇩Special Capital Region of Jakarta, IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tanjung Priok Rader Tower Lighthouse

Constructed in 2020 from concrete, the Tanjung Priok Radar Tower reaches a height of 23 meters. It features a square form, colored red, and originates from a concrete equipment structure. The light source is positioned at a focal height of 13 meters. Emitting a red light with a characteristic of Fl R 8s, the structure provides a geographic range of 11.3 nautical miles. Public access is allowed to the site, however, the tower structure remains inaccessible.

Why it matters: This marker assists vessels navigating the entrance to the Tanjung Priok port in Jakarta, facilitating safe transit within its shipping routes. Its radar functions and navigational illumination aid maritime traffic management in an important commercial area.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 8s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
8s
Raw Code
Fl R 8s
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
11.3NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2020

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
23m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: square white skeletal radar tower rising from a concrete equipment building

Location

City
Special Capital Region of Jakarta
Country
🇮🇩Indonesia
Sea Region
just inside the end of the East Mole, Indonesia
Latitude
-6.0812°
Longitude
106.8841°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Tanjung Priok(1.5 km)
Admiralty No.
Q1076.3.
NGA No.
23396
ARLHS No.
IDO-074
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Tanjung Priok Rader Tower Lighthouse at night?+
Tanjung Priok Rader Tower displays the characteristic Fl Red 8s. 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Tanjung Priok Rader Tower Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tanjung Priok Rader Tower Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Olah Jasa Andal/Jakarta at 1.1 NM to the S. Other ports served include Port Segoro Fajar Satryo/Jakarta (1.1 NM S), Jakarta UTC1 (1.1 NM S), Jakarta UTC3 (1.1 NM S), Tanjung Priok (1.5 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tanjung Priok Rader Tower Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tanjung Priok Rader Tower 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 Priok Rader Tower Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tanjung Priok Rader Tower 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.