Garmin VHF215 VHF Radio delivers reliable maritime communication with built‑in GPS, powerful 25‑watt transmission, and seamless Garmin integration. Designed for fishermen, sailors, and cruisers, this radio puts essential safety, weather, and distress features at your fingertips with a large, easy‑to‑read display and flexible mounting options.
With standard Class D Digital Selective Calling (DSC) functionality, you can initiate distress calls or direct calls using a user‑programmed MMSI. The VHF215 also includes a built‑in GPS and 25‑watt transmit power to keep you connected when it matters most. Enjoy broad coverage with frequency bands for all U.S., Canadian and international marine channels plus 10 NOAA weather channels, ensuring you stay informed in any waters.
Key benefits include:
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High‑power marine communication: 25 W transmit power for reliable range and quick reach during emergencies and routine operations.
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DSC Class D with GPS for distress and direct calls, enhanced by built‑in GPS data.
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Extensive channel coverage across U.S., Canadian, international marine channels and 10 NOAA weather channels.
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Removable handheld microphone that can be positioned away from the radio for flexible mounting and easier access.
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NMEA 2000 plug‑and‑play compatibility with Garmin chartplotters and MFDs, enabling seamless data sharing and easy installation (GHS 11 second‑station handset compatibility).
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NMEA 0183 compatibility for broad integration with marine electronics, plus a design that complements Garmin GPSMAP and MFD series.
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Rugged, marine‑grade build with IPX7 water rating and wide operating temperature range to withstand challenging conditions at sea.
Specifications
- Unit Dimensions: 3.9" x 7.8" x 5.8" (9.8 x 19.7 x 14.9 cm)
- Weight: Radio without microphone 42.8 oz. (1.2 kg); Microphone 8.8 oz. (0.25 kg)
- Water Rating: IPX7
- Temperature Range: Operating -15°C to 70°C (5°F to 158°F); Storage -20°C to 70°C (-4°F to 158°F)
- NMEA 2000: Yes; NMEA 0183: Yes
- Operating Voltage: 12.0 Vdc
- Current Draw: Standby 350 mA; Receive 600 mA; Transmit 2.0 A to 6.0 A (1 W to 25 W)
- Frequency Range: 156.050 MHz to 163.275 MHz (including WX channels)
- Hailer Output Power: 20 W at 4 Ω
- Hailer impedance: 4 Ω
- External Speaker Impedance: 4 Ω
- Antenna Connector: S0-239 (50 Ω)
- Maximum Antenna Gain: 9 dBi
What’s in the Box
- VHF 215 radio
- Hailer
- NMEA 0183 cable
- Power cable
- Bail mount and knobs
- Flush mount gasket
- Marine mounting screws
- Mic hanger
- Protective cover
- Removable speaker mic
- Documentation
| Unit Dimensions |
HxWxD: 3.9" x 7.8" x 5.8" (9.8 x 19.7 x 14.9 cm) |
| Weight |
Radio without microphone 42.8 oz. (1.2 kg); Microphone 8.8 oz. (0.25 kg) |
| Water rating |
IPX7 |
| Temperature Range |
Operating (from -15 C to 70 C; from 5 F to 158 F); Storage (from -20 C to 70 C; from -4 F to 158 F); |
| Compass-safe Distance |
29.5" (75 cm) |
| NMEA 2000 |
Yes |
| NMEA 0183 |
Yes |
| Digital Selective Calling |
Class D |
| Frequency Bands |
All USA, Canadian, and international marine channels; 10 NOAA weather channels |
| Operating Voltage |
12.0 Vdc |
| Current Draw |
Standby 350 mA; Receive 600 mA; Transmit from 2.0 A to 6.0 A (from 1 W to 25 W) |
| Frequency Range |
156.050 MHz to 163.275 MHz (including WX channels) |
| Hailer Output Power |
20 W at 4 Ω |
| Hailer horn impedance |
4 Ω |
| External speaker impedance |
4 Ω |
| Antenna connector |
S0-239 (50 Ω) |
| Maximum antenna gain |
9 dBi |
