Ritchie HB-740 Helmsman Compass with Bracket Mount and Green NiteVu Illumination

Helmsman Compass

Features:

• 3 3/4 (95 mm) Open Face Dial or CombiDial


• Adjustable and Removable with Bracket and Thumbscrews


• Exclusive Built-in Green NiteVu Night Illumination


• Built-in Compensators to Easily Adjust for Deviation


• Scientifically Matched Sapphire Jewel and Hardened Steel Pivot Dial Movement


• Powerful DirectiveForce Magnets for Fast Heading Lock-on


• Movable Sun Shield


• 45 Degree Lubber lines


• High Temperature Composite Construction for Extended Operating Range


• 100% Repairable


• Exclusive 5-Year Ritchie Warranty

Approx. Shipping Weight: 2 lbs. (907g)

Notes:

Comes standard with 12v lighting. 24 32v lighting options available. Some custom built OEM models may have different lighting.

The Ritchie HB-740 Helmsman Compass is a reliable and precise navigation tool designed for maritime and outdoor use. Featuring a 3 3/4 inch (95 mm) open face dial or CombiDial, this compass offers clear and easy-to-read directional information in various lighting conditions. Its adjustable and removable bracket with thumbscrews allows for quick installation and removal, providing versatility for different vessel configurations. The built-in Green NiteVu night illumination ensures excellent visibility in low-light environments, making nighttime navigation safer and more convenient. Constructed from high-temperature composite materials, the compass maintains durability and extended operational range even in harsh conditions. The scientifically matched sapphire jewel and hardened steel pivot dial movement deliver smooth and accurate readings, while the powerful directive-force magnets enable fast heading lock-on for confident navigation. The movable sun shield offers protection against glare, and 45-degree lubber lines assist with precise course plotting. The HB-740 also includes built-in compensators to easily adjust for deviation, ensuring accurate heading information. Fully repairable and backed by Ritchie's exclusive 5-year warranty, this compass provides long-term reliability and peace of mind. It comes standard with 12V lighting, with options for 24V and 32V lighting, accommodating various electrical systems. Weighing approximately 2 pounds, the Helmsman Compass is a compact yet robust navigation solution suitable for a wide range of marine applications. For detailed installation and operation instructions, refer to the owner’s manual available online.

Features:

• 3 3/4 inch (95 mm) open face dial or CombiDial for clear visibility

• Adjustable and removable bracket with thumbscrews for versatile mounting

• Built-in Green NiteVu night illumination for enhanced low-light visibility

• Built-in compensators for easy deviation adjustments

• Scientifically matched sapphire jewel and hardened steel pivot dial movement for accuracy and durability

• Powerful directive-force magnets for quick heading lock-on

• Movable sun shield to reduce glare and improve readability

• 45-degree lubber lines for precise course plotting

• High-temperature composite construction for extended operating range

• Fully repairable with a 5-year Ritchie warranty

• Standard 12V lighting with options for 24V and 32V lighting systems