Cape Wrath
Description : The current light characteristic is four white flashes every 30 seconds Fl4.W.30s and is visible for 21 nautical miles 39 km 25 mi.3 The optics are a first order Fresnel lens and the light has a power rating of 200,000 candela. Cylindrical tower with balcony and lantern attached to keepers house. Built by Robert Stevenson
Type:
Lighthouse
Type of Flashing:
Flashing (Fl)
Number of Flashes:
4
Light Color:
White / W
Interval of Flashing:
30s
Focal Height:
122m
Light Range:
21M
Location / Area / Island:
Scotland, North Coast
Year built:
1828
Operational:
Yes
Shape & Material
Cylindrical / Stone
Color of Structure
White with black lantern and trim
Nearby Vessels
| Vessel name | Distance | Bearing |
|---|---|---|
| CAPE WRATH LIGHTHOUSE | 0 | 287 |
| APOLLO INS179 | 10.17 | 190 |
| SPARKLING STAR UL290 | 10.8 | 206 |
| CHITOS | 13.49 | 129 |
| VECTIS PRIDE | 14 | 51 |
| FEDERAL PRIME | 15.31 | 287 |
| AQUA STADT | 22.26 | 187 |
| ORTEGAL TRES | 29.71 | 196 |
| AQUA STAR | 29.91 | 200 |
