The Simrad RS40 is a versatile, fixed-mount Marine VHF radio designed for powerboats, cruisers, and fishing vessels. It is widely recognized for being the first standalone VHF to include a built-in dual-channel AIS receiver, allowing you to monitor nearby vessels on the radio’s screen or overlay them on your chartplotter.

It serves as a comprehensive communication and safety hub, combining high-fidelity audio with advanced networking capabilities.

• Integrated AIS Receiver: Monitors the position of all nearby AIS-equipped vessels. You can view these targets in a radar-style plot on the radio’s display or output the data to your MFD via NMEA 2000.

• Dual-Station Capability: Supports the addition of up to two HS40 wireless handsets. This gives you the freedom to move around the boat while maintaining full radio control and intercom functionality.

• Large, High-Contrast Display: Features a clear, backlit dot-matrix LCD that is easy to read in direct sunlight or during night passage.

• Track Buddy: When networked with a Simrad MFD, this feature allows you to automatically track the location of up to five friends by using their MMSI numbers.

• Navigation Mode: Displays your vessel’s speed and course (SOG/COG) directly on the radio screen when connected to a GPS source or using the internal GPS receiver.

• Intuitive Interface: Dedicated channel keys, a high-quality rotary dial, and a straightforward menu system make it easy to operate in stressful situations.