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Tanjung Priok Range Front Lighthouse

Iso White 2s🇮🇩North Jakarta, IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tanjung Priok Range Front Lighthouse

This square skeletal tower, constructed of steel and painted white, stands 25 meters tall with a focal height of 27 meters. It is located at Tipar, on the Tanjung Priok harbor waterfront in east Jakarta, Indonesia. A triangular daymark, point up, is mounted on the structure. This active light exhibits an isophase white light on a 2-second cycle, providing a geographic range of 14.7 nautical miles. The tower is situated 0.9 kilometers from the nearest port, Tanjung Priok.

Why it matters: This range front light is critical for the safe navigation of ships entering Tanjung Priok harbor, a major international port. It works in conjunction with other aids to guide vessels through specific shipping lanes, preventing groundings and collisions.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Iso White 2s
Flash Type
Isophase
Light Color
White
Interval
2s
Raw Code
Iso W 2s
Focal Height
27m
Geographic Range
14.7NM

Location

City
North Jakarta
Country
🇮🇩Indonesia
Sea Region
Tanjung Priok harbor waterfront at Tipar, in east Jakarta, Indonesia
Latitude
-6.0965°
Longitude
106.8820°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
25m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
steel

Structure: square skeletal tower, painted white and carrying a triangular daymark, point up

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Tanjung Priok(0.9 km)
Admiralty No.
Q1073.3.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Tanjung Priok Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Tanjung Priok Range Front displays the characteristic Iso White 2s. 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 Priok Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tanjung Priok Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Olah Jasa Andal/Jakarta at 0.2 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Port Segoro Fajar Satryo/Jakarta (0.2 NM SSE), Jakarta UTC1 (0.2 NM SSE), Jakarta UTC3 (0.2 NM SSE), Tanjung Priok (0.9 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tanjung Priok Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tanjung Priok 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 Priok Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tanjung Priok 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.