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Tuticorin Harbour Range Front Lighthouse

Q White🇮🇳Thoothukudi, INOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tuticorin Harbour Range Front Lighthouse

The Tuticorin Harbour Range Front light is a 16-meter tall skeletal steel tower located on the north pier of Tuticorin Harbour. Painted with horizontal red and white bands, its light is positioned 20 meters above sea level. This light emits a quick white flash, aiding vessels entering the harbor. The structure is situated on the north pier, very close to the nearest port. It has been an active aid to navigation and continues to serve this function.

Why it matters: This light is essential for the safe entry of ships into Tuticorin Harbour, a key port for regional trade.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Q White
Flash Type
Quick
Light Color
White
Raw Code
Q W
Focal Height
20m
Geographic Range
13.2NM

Location

City
Thoothukudi
Country
🇮🇳India
Region
Tamil Nadu
Sea Region
Tuticorin Harbour, India, on the north pier
Latitude
8.7553°
Longitude
78.2182°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
16m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
with red and white horizontal bands
Material
steel

Structure: skeletal tower painted with red and white horizontal bands

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Tuticorin(0.2 km)
Admiralty No.
F0735
NGA No.
27192
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Tuticorin Harbour Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Tuticorin Harbour Range Front displays the characteristic Q 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 Tuticorin Harbour Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tuticorin Harbour Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is New Tuticorin at 0.3 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Tuticorin (2.1 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tuticorin Harbour Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tuticorin Harbour 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 Tuticorin Harbour Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tuticorin Harbour 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.