Rules of the Road · Light Visibility — Ranges

On a power-driven vessel 50 m or more in length, the masthead light must be visible at a minimum range of:

Explanation

For vessels 50 m or more: masthead 6 miles, sidelights 3 miles, sternlight/towing/all-round lights 3 miles. Shorter vessels have reduced minimum ranges.

Authority: COLREGS/Navigation Rules, Rule 22(a)

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