History

It operates as a lighthouse since 1995 when it was equipped with a new optics system and the buoy turned into a lighthouse, as it increses its distance reach till 22 miles.

PUNTA LAXE LIGHTHOUSE SPECIFICATIONS
National No. of Lighthouse/Beacon 03760
International No. of Lighthouse/Beacon D-1732
Location

Latitude 043 13,900 N

Longitude 009 0,700 W

Description White Tower in Truncated Cone Shape.
Focal height in meters 11
Height in meters 66
Color White
Characteristics GpD(5) 20s. L0,1 Oc2,4 L0,1 Oc2,4 L0,1 Oc2,4 L0,1 Oc2,4 L0,1 Oc9,9
Reach in miles 22

 

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