
B&G Vulcan 9 FS 9 Combo – No Transducer – Includes C-MAP Discover Chart
Plotting coastal routes with C-MAP Discover cartography, a B&G Vulcan 9 FS navigator displays SailSteer and laylines across a 9-inch 800×480 widescreen, utilizing an internal 10Hz GPS receiver and ForwardScan support at 2.91 lbs.
- C-MAP Discover charts guide coastal navigation
- SailSteer overlays wind shifts and laylines
- 10Hz GPS receiver prevents heading jitter
The B&G Vulcan 9 FS is a 9-inch sailing chartplotter and fishfinder display with C-MAP Discover charts, a bright 1200-nit screen, internal 10Hz GPS, and support for CHIRP, ForwardScan, DownScan, and SideScan. No transducer is included, and the supplied specification lists no Ethernet radar port. It suits sailors who prioritize charting, sailing modes, and sonar expansion over integrated radar.
Who Is This For?
This model suits cruising sailboats, sailing yachts, and sailors who want a bright 9-inch display with charting, sailing tools, and sonar expansion. Its high brightness is useful when the display is exposed to direct daylight.
It is not ideal for buyers who need a radar bundle or a complete fishfinder installation. No transducer is included, and the supplied specifications list no Ethernet radar port.
Warranty & Support
B&G provides a 2-year standard warranty. The supplied specifications do not state warranty exclusions or service procedures.
The Vulcan 9 FS is the sonar-ready sailing alternative to the Vulcan 9 Radar Bundle, with more detailed sailing features and CHIRP, ForwardScan, DownScan, and SideScan support. The trade-off is radar connectivity: the supplied specifications list no Ethernet radar port, so it is better for charting and sonar expansion than an integrated radar installation. Choose it when sailing data and sonar matter more than a HALO20 dome.
Product Specifications
Product Specifications
| Brand | B&G (Navico) |
|---|---|
| Model | Vulcan 9 FS (ForwardScan Ready) |
| Part Number | 000-14151-002 |
| Technology Type | Combo (Chartplotter & Fishfinder) |
| Display Resolution | 800 x 480 WVGA |
| Display Brightness | 1200 nits |
| Touchscreen | Full Multi-touch (No Physical Buttons) |
| Internal GPS | 10Hz High-Sensitivity (WAAS/EGNOS/MSAS) |
| Sonar Frequencies | 50/200kHz (CHIRP), 455/800kHz (DownScan/SideScan) |
| Integrated Mapping | C-MAP Discover Chart (Included on SD Card) |
| Sailing Features | SailSteer, Laylines, RacePanel, Sailing Time, PredictWind |
| NMEA Connectivity | 1x NMEA 2000 Micro-C Port |
| Ethernet/Radar Port | None (Radar via Wi-Fi only for specific models) |
| Waterproofing | IPX6 & IPX7 |
| Operating Voltage | 10 - 17 V DC |
| Power Consumption | 12W (Max) |
| Operating Temp | -15°C to +55°C |
| Origin | Made in Mexico |
| Warranty | 2-Year Standard |
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