Ritchie Navigation V-572 Explorer Dash-Mount Compass | 2.75" Dial, Black
Free returns on all eligible orders
You have 30 days to request a return. All sale items are final sale.
Ritchie Navigation V-572 Explorer Dash-Mount Compass
The Ritchie V-572 Explorer is a compact, reliable magnetic compass built for small powerboats, runabouts, and day boats. Designed for direct dash mounting, it installs cleanly onto the helm dash for a fixed, permanent position without the bulk of a bracket or the cutout required for a flush mount. The 2.75" direct-reading dial is clean and easy to read at a glance, with built-in compensators for easy deviation adjustment and a movable sun shield to reduce glare.
Like all Ritchie compasses, the V-572 is 100% repairable and backed by an exclusive 5-year warranty.
Key Features
- 2.75" direct-reading dial — clean, easy-to-read format
- Dash-mount design — fixed installation directly on the helm dash
- Built-in compensators for easy deviation adjustment
- Movable sun shield
- DirectiveForce magnets for accurate heading lock-on
- 100% repairable construction
- 5-year exclusive warranty
Specifications
- Part Number: V-572
- Brand: Ritchie Navigation
- Series: Explorer
- Dial Size: 2.75" (direct-reading)
- Color: Black
- Mount Type: Dash mount
- Warranty: 5 years (Ritchie exclusive)
Compatible Applications
- Small powerboats and runabouts with dash panels
- Day boats and pontoon boats
- Vessels where a fixed dash-mount compass is preferred over a bracket or surface mount
- Helm layouts where a permanent, low-profile compass installation is needed
Related Products
- Ritchie B-51 Explorer — Bracket Mount, Black — adjustable and removable bracket-mount version
- Ritchie B-51G Explorer — Bracket Mount, Gray
- Ritchie S-53 Explorer — Surface Mount, Black — push-button removable surface-mount version
- Ritchie S-53G Explorer — Surface Mount, Gray
- Ritchie RA-91 Angler — Bracket Mount — similar compact compass with blue dial and night lighting
- Ritchie Helmsman HF-742 — Flush Mount, Flat Dial, 3.75" — step up to a permanent flush-mount
- Ritchie X23BB Sport Dash-Mount Compass — Black/Black Dial
Parts Desk Insights
Best Use Case: The V-572 is the right choice for small powerboat owners who want a fixed, permanent dash-mount compass without the complexity of a flush-mount cutout or the adjustability of a bracket. It installs directly onto the dash surface for a clean, low-profile look. Compared to the bracket-mount B-51, the V-572 is a fixed installation — better suited to boats where the compass position won't need to change. For a removable option, the surface-mount S-53 with push-button removal is the direct alternative. For a permanent flush-mount installation, the Helmsman HF-742 is the step up.
Shipping information
In-stock and OEM parts: ship same or next business day.
Locally warehoused items: ship within 1-3 business days.
Special-order items: timeline confirmed after order.
Returns & warranty
Returns & Satisfaction Guarantee
We stand firmly behind the quality of every product we sell. Your confidence matters to us — and we back it with a straightforward 30-Day Satisfaction Guarantee.
If you are not fully satisfied, you may request a return within 30 days of delivery. All returns must receive pre-approval prior to being sent back. Unauthorized returns will not be accepted.
To qualify for a return:
Item must be in new, unused condition
Product must be in its original packaging
All parts, components, hardware, manuals, and accessories must be included
Packaging must be undamaged and suitable for resale
Important:
Electronics are strictly inspected. No returns on open-box electronics. Exceptions may apply only with prior written approval. Any electronic unit that has been installed, powered, activated, or altered may not be eligible for return.
We are serious about product integrity — and equally serious about taking care of our customers. If there is ever a product issue, contact us immediately so we can make it right.
For return authorization, please contact our support team before shipping anything back.