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Tulagi Harbor Range Front Lighthouse

Fl R 5s🇸🇧Solomon Islands, SBOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tulagi Harbor Range Front Lighthouse

The Tulagi Harbor Range Front is a 10-meter tall latticed metal tower. Its focal height measures 10 meters. The structure is painted red and features a black and white beacon. A red rectangular daymark with a yellow stripe is also present.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl R 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
3NM

Location

City
Solomon Islands
Country
🇸🇧SB
Latitude
-9.1023°
Longitude
160.1688°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
latticed
Tower Color
red
Material
metal

Structure: Black and white beacon, red rectangular daymark yellow stripe. Position approximate

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
K4908
NGA No.
10660
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Tulagi Harbor Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Tulagi Harbor Range Front displays the characteristic Fl R 5s — 1 red flash every 5 seconds. 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 Tulagi Harbor Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tulagi Harbor Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 4 nearby ports. The closest is Tulagi, Ngella at 1.1 NM to the W. Other ports served include Honiara, Guadalcanal Is (23.3 NM SSW), Aola Bay (32 NM SE), Auki, Malaita Is (37 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tulagi Harbor Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tulagi Harbor 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 Tulagi Harbor Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tulagi Harbor 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.