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Vilkitskiy Lighthouse

Occ W 12s🇷🇺Siberian Arctic, RUOperational

Location & Light Range

About Vilkitskiy Lighthouse

This lighthouse stands as a 39-meter round concrete tower, distinguished by its white framework adorned with orange bands. Its light emits a white flash every 12 seconds. The structure reaches a focal height of 35 meters above sea level. It has a geographic range of 17 nautical miles. This facility was temporarily extinguished in 2020.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Occ W 12s
Flash Type
Occ
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
12s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 12s
Focal Height
35m
Geographic Range
17NM

Location

City
Siberian Arctic
Country
🇷🇺RU
Latitude
73.5177°
Longitude
75.7597°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
39m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
white and orange
Material
concrete

Structure: White framework tower, orange banded; 39. Temporarily extinguished (2020)

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
L8200
NGA No.
17000
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Vilkitskiy Lighthouse at night?+
Vilkitskiy displays the characteristic Occ W 12s — 1 white flash every 12 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.
Is Vilkitskiy Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Vilkitskiy 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 Vilkitskiy Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Vilkitskiy 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.