Simrad NAC-1 Outboard Pilot, Point-1
The cheaper NAC-1 outboard kit for single-outboard boats up to about 30 ft.
Amazon $1,274.99$1,274.99
HydraulicTo 30 ftYes
3.6/5
For big hydraulic outboard and sterndrive boats up to about 50 ft.
- HydraulicSteering
- To 50 ftBoat size
- YesDrive in pack
- YesNMEA 2000
Check price at Amazon$3,849.99
Price checked November 9, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- Covers 160 to 550 cc cylinders on boats to about 50 ft
- NAC-3 computer handles heavy hydraulic drives
- Virtual rudder feedback saves a sensor install
Cons
- Costs about $950 more than the medium-capacity pack
- Retailer listings disagree on part numbers
The Simrad AP44 VRF family
Every Simrad AP44 VRF model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own steering type.
| Model | Steering | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Simrad AP44 VRF Pack Medium Capacity | Hydraulic | 3.2/5 | $2,899.99 |
| Simrad AP44 VRF Pack High Capacity (this one) | Hydraulic | 3.6/5 | $3,849.99 |
How it scores
The rating comes from 5 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its steering type. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Model number | 000-13562-002 |
|---|---|
| Capability | |
| Steering type | Hydraulic |
| Boat size | To 50 ft |
| Hydraulic cylinder range | 160 to 550 cc |
| Pack type | Complete pack |
| In the pack | |
| Contents | AP44 controller, NAC-3 high-current computer, PUMP-3 hydraulic pump, Precision-9 compass, NMEA 2000 starter kit |
| Control head | AP44 |
| Control head included | Yes |
| Drive or pump included | Yes |
| Heading sensor | Precision-9 solid-state compass |
| Rudder feedback unit | No |
| Electrical | |
| Supply voltage | 12/24 V |
| NMEA 2000 / SeaTalk ng | Yes |
Alternatives in this steering type
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
HydraulicTo 30 ftYes
Garmin Reactor 40 Hydraulic Corepack, GHC 50
Garmin’s full hydraulic kit for inboards, outboards and sterndrives, with touchscreen control.
Amazon $4,399.99$4,399.99
HydraulicYes
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