Simrad NAC-1 Outboard Pilot Pack
A DIY-friendly hydraulic autopilot for a single outboard boat up to about 30 ft.
Amazon $1,869.99$1,869.99
The Simrad NAC-1 Outboard Pilot Pack rates 3.3 among hydraulic steering marine autopilots; the Furuno NavPilot 300 OPT Kit rates 3.0 among steer-by-wire ones. The Simrad NAC-1 Outboard Pilot Pack costs $825.01 less ($1,869.99 vs $2,695).
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Furuno NavPilot 300 OPT Kit
#3 in Steer-by-wireFull review
For multi-engine outboard fishing boats that already have SeaStar Optimus 360 steering.
Amazon $2,695$2,695
Scores side by side
These two sit in different steering type classes (hydraulic steering and steer-by-wire), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own steering type peers. How we rank explains each factor.
| Factor weight | Simrad NAC-1 Outboard Pilot Pack | Furuno NavPilot 300 OPT Kit |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 3.0/5 |
| Value 30% | 40 $1,869.99 for the pack | 23 $2,695 for the pack |
| Capability range 30% | 29 boats to 30 ft | 86 boats to 50 ft |
| Features 25% | 100 control head in the box, drive or pump included, heading sensor included, NMEA 2000 / SeaTalk ng | 25 NMEA 2000 / SeaTalk ng |
| Power draw 10% | 50 standby draw not published (neutral score used) | 50 standby draw not published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 5% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| Simrad NAC-1 Outboard Pilot Pack | Furuno NavPilot 300 OPT Kit | |
|---|---|---|
| Capability | ||
| Steering type | Hydraulic | Steer-by-wire |
| Boat size | To 30 ft | 24 to 50 ft |
| Pack type | Complete pack | Complete pack |
| In the pack | ||
| Contents | NAC-1 computer, PUMP-1 MkII 0.8 L hydraulic pump, Precision-9 compass, hoses, fittings, Micro-C network parts, Auto/Standby button | Autopilot components, cables and gateways for SeaStar Optimus 360 (joystick system sold separately) |
| Control head | Auto/Standby switch | - |
| Control head included | Yes | - |
| Drive or pump included | Yes | No |
| Heading sensor | Precision-9 solid-state compass | - |
| Rudder feedback unit | - | No |
| Electrical | ||
| Supply voltage | 12 V | - |
| Max drive current | 8 A | - |
| NMEA 2000 / SeaTalk ng | Yes | Yes |