Simrad
Simrad AP44 VRF High Capacity Autopilot Pack
- SKU:
- 91893
- UPC:
- 9420064128228
- MPN:
- 000-13562-002
- Condition:
- Brand New
- Availability:
- In Stock
- Shipping:
- Free 2-Day Shipping on Orders $500+
Description
Simrad AP44 VRF High Capacity Autopilot Pack
The Simrad AP44 VRF High Capacity Autopilot Pack is built for Larger hydraulic-steered outboard or sterndrive boats that need the AP44 controller with NAC-3 and Pump-3 capacity.
Use this page to verify the included components, compare nearby Simrad autopilot options, and confirm whether this pack matches your steering system before ordering.
Key Features
- Complete high-capacity AP44 VRF pack built around NAC-3 and Pump-3
- Better fit than the medium pack when steering loads or cylinder volume are higher
- Virtual Rudder Feedback can reduce installation complexity where applicable
- AP44 control head adds dedicated autopilot controls at the helm
What's Included
- AP44 autopilot controller
- NAC-3 high-current autopilot computer
- Precision-9 compass
- Pump-3 hydraulic pump
- NMEA 2000 cabling and network components
Best Fit
Larger hydraulic-steered outboard or sterndrive boats that need the AP44 controller with NAC-3 and Pump-3 capacity.
Compare Simrad NAC & AP44 Autopilot Packs
Use this quick chooser to compare NAC-2 vs NAC-3, VRF vs physical rudder feedback, and complete AP44 packs versus core packs.
AP44 Medium Capacity Pack
Best complete NAC-2/AP44 package for medium-capacity hydraulic steering.
NAC-2 / Pump-2 / AP44 / VRF
AP44 High Capacity Pack
Best complete AP44 package when the boat needs NAC-3/Pump-3 capacity.
NAC-3 / Pump-3 / AP44 / VRF
NAC-2 Core Pack
Choose when you want NAC-2 plus physical rudder feedback.
NAC-2 / RF25N / Precision-9
NAC-2 VRF Core Pack
Choose when you want NAC-2 and do not need a physical rudder feedback unit.
NAC-2 / VRF / Precision-9
NAC-3 Core Pack
Choose for high-current systems where physical rudder feedback is wanted.
NAC-3 / RF25N / Precision-9
NAC-3 VRF Core Pack
Choose for high-current systems where VRF is appropriate.
NAC-3 / VRF / Precision-9
Autopilot Fitment Questions
Does this include everything needed for every boat?
No. Autopilot systems depend on steering type, drive requirements, existing network components, and helm layout. Confirm the correct pump, drive unit, feedback style, and controller/display before ordering.
Can this work with Simrad multifunction displays?
Many Simrad autopilot systems can be controlled or monitored from compatible Simrad displays on an NMEA 2000 network, but the exact setup depends on the components in the system.
What should I verify before purchase?
Verify steering type, vessel size and load, cylinder displacement or drive requirements, compass/heading source, rudder feedback needs, and whether the system requires NAC-2, NAC-3, AC70, AC80A, AC80S, or an engine-specific gateway.