Silva Ranger MS

Description

SILVA Ranger MS Compass

The SILVA Ranger MS is a dependable baseplate compass designed for bushwalking, backpacking, camping and general outdoor navigation. Its Magnetic South needle is balanced for use in Australia, New Zealand and other locations within the southern magnetic zone.

The transparent baseplate allows map details to remain visible while plotting a route or taking a bearing. Clearly marked 1:25,000 and 1:50,000 scales assist with measuring distances on commonly used topographic maps, while the integrated magnifying lens makes small symbols and fine map details easier to inspect.

A DryFlex™ rubber grip around the rotating housing provides secure handling in cold or damp conditions. The capsule also contains a declination scale, allowing magnetic declination to be accounted for wherever the compass is being used. Luminous markings can be activated by exposure to daylight or a torch for easier reading in low-light conditions.

The supplied detachable lanyard includes a safety-release fitting and can be used to keep the compass readily accessible while walking. Compact, waterproof and weighing only 33g, the Ranger MS offers the essential functions needed for reliable map-and-compass navigation without the additional bulk of a mirror-sighting compass.

Features

• Magnetic South needle balanced for the Southern Hemisphere
• Suitable for hiking, backpacking, camping and general navigation
• Transparent baseplate for accurate map work
• Rotating compass housing for use with the SILVA 1-2-3 System®
• Declination scale inside the capsule
• Integrated magnifying lens for detailed map reading
• DryFlex™ rubber grip for secure handling
• Clearly defined direction-of-travel arrow and map markings
• Luminous markings assist with navigation in low light
• Detachable lanyard with a safety-release fitting
• Waterproof and constructed for outdoor conditions

Specifications

• Compass type: Traditional baseplate compass
• Needle balance: Magnetic South
• Accuracy: 1°
• Map scales: 1:25,000 and 1:50,000
• Additional measuring scale: Millimetres
• Declination correction: Declination scale inside the capsule
• Dimensions: 108 × 54 × 10mm
• Weight: 33g
• Water resistance: Waterproof
• Manufacturer product number: 37465
• Manufacturer warranty: 5 years

Included

• SILVA Ranger MS Compass
• Detachable safety-release lanyard

Important Information

The Ranger MS is balanced for the southern magnetic zone and is intended for use in Australia, New Zealand and other compatible regions. It does not use a global needle. Always confirm the current magnetic declination for your location and carry an appropriate map when navigating.

Compare SILVA Magnetic South Compasses

All three compasses use a Magnetic South needle balanced for navigation in Australia and New Zealand. The main differences are the level of navigation experience they support, their map scales and the additional tools included with each model.

Which SILVA Compass Should You Choose?

• Choose the SILVA Field MS for learning compass navigation, school activities, scouting or occasional recreational use. It is the smallest, lightest and simplest model of the three.
• Choose the SILVA Ranger MS for regular hiking and more detailed map work. Its magnifying lens and luminous markings provide additional capability without adding much weight.
• Choose the SILVA Expedition MS for advanced navigation, professional use or journeys through more demanding terrain. It adds adjustable declination correction, a clinometer, 1:40,000 scale, slope card, silicon map-gripping feet and a distance-measuring lanyard.

Important: These are Magnetic South models intended for the southern magnetic zone. They are suitable for Australia and New Zealand but do not use global needles.

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