# Garmin VHF 215 AIS Marine Radio [010-02098-00]

**VHF 215 AIS Marine Radio** 

**Stay in Contact on the Water**

-   Displays Automatic Identification System (AIS) on the chartplotter
-   Standard Class D Digital Selective Calling (DSC) functionality (distress calling and direct calling with user-programmed MMSI)
-   In case of trouble, DSC may improve your chances of a rapid rescue
-   25-watt transmit power with built-in GPS
-   Frequency bands include all U.S., Canadian and international marine channels plus 10 NOAA weather channels

Communication and situational awareness are critical on the water. This fixed-mount VHF 215 AIS radio displays AIS on the chartplotter to enhance communication, situational awareness and collision avoidance between you and other mariners worldwide.

**Increase Your Peace of Mind**

During an emergency situation, the 25-watt transmit power of VHF 215 AIS gives fishermen, sailors and cruisers confidence at their fingertips. 

**Communicate Confidently on the Water**

Easy to install and use, just plug and play to compatible Garmin chartplotters and MFDs via the NMEA 2000 network. VHF 215 AISI provides standard Class D DSC functionality (distress calling and direct calling with user-programmed MMSI). The radio includes frequency bands for all U.S., Canadian and international marine channels and 10 NOAA weather channels. It’s also NMEA 0183 compatible and includes a two-way hailer system for onboard communication.

**Communicate with Style**

Because your helm is a source of pride, the VHF 215 AIS marine radio is designed to complement the appearance of GPSMAP® 7x2/9x2, GPMAP 10x2/12x2, GPSMAP 7400/7600 and GPSMAP 8400/8600 chartplotters and MFDs.

![Warning](https://productimageserver.com/prop65/6pt.png)**WARNING:** This product can expose you to chemicals which are known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to [P65Warnings.ca.gov](http://P65Warnings.ca.gov).

**Specifications:**

-   NMEA 2000: Yes
-   Built-In GPS: Yes
-   AIS: Yes
-   Hailer: Yes
-   Remote Mic Capable: Yes
-   Scrambler Capable: No
-   Color: Grey
-   Intercom Capability: Yes
-   Listen-Back: No
-   Box Dimensions: 7"H x 10"W x 11"L WT: 5.6 lbs
-   UPC: 753759210786

  
[Owner's Manual (pdf)](https://productimageserver.com/literature/ownersManual/73201OM.pdf)

## Details

- **Price:** 749.99 USD
- **Type:** VHF - Fixed Mount
- **Tags:** Brand_Garmin, Communication, Communication | VHF - Fixed Mount, Restricted From 3rd Party Platforms

## Variants

| Variant | Price | Available |
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| Default Title | 749.99 USD | In stock |

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> Updated: 2026-05-20
