Furuno NavPilot 711C Autopilot

Experience Effortless Navigation with Advanced Autopilot Technology

Imagine setting your course once and letting precision engineering handle the rest, whether you're cruising coastal waters, chasing trophy fish, or embarking on longer offshore adventures. The NavPilot 711C transforms your boating experience by combining intuitive controls with smart, adaptive steering that learns your vessel's unique behavior over time. This isn't just an autopilot—it's a reliable partner that enhances safety, reduces fatigue, and keeps you focused on the journey ahead.

Designed for a wide range of boats, from sportfishing yachts to center consoles, it dynamically fine-tunes performance based on real-world conditions like changing speeds, currents, and winds. Mariners praise its stability in rough seas, where lesser systems falter, making it a go-to choice for those who demand uncompromised control.

Key Components for Seamless Integration

The system arrives ready to install with essential parts that work in harmony: the vibrant control unit, robust processor, precise rudder reference, and the PG700 heading sensor compatible with NMEA 2000 networks. This compact setup mounts easily on bulkheads or dashboards, minimizing clutter and maximizing functionality.

• Color Graphic Display: Sunlight-readable by day, gentle on night vision—perfect for all lighting conditions.
• PG700 Heading Sensor: Features angular velocity and magnetic sensors for rock-solid directional accuracy, with automatic site suitability checks for hassle-free setup.

Self-Learning Algorithm: Smarter with Every Trip

What sets this autopilot apart is its ability to evolve. From initial calibration at the dock to repeated voyages, it gathers data on your boat's handling traits—rudder response, hull dynamics, even environmental influences. These insights feed into real-time adjustments, ensuring tighter course-keeping and fewer corrections. Boaters report up to 30% less steering intervention in variable conditions, freeing the helm for enjoyment rather than constant tweaks.

SAFE HELM and POWER ASSIST: Next-Level Steering Comfort

For vessels with hydraulic systems, these optional enhancements connect directly to your manual helm, delivering power-assisted control without bulky add-ons. SAFE HELM maintains precise feedback during autopilot engagement, while POWER ASSIST scales assistance with speed, easing turns in tight marinas or heavy seas.

Pro tip for installers: Pair it upfront with compatible hydraulic modules to avoid future retrofits. This duo slashes physical effort, boosts fuel efficiency by optimizing steering loads, and integrates smoothly with existing setups, rivaling high-end power steering without the complexity.

FishHunter Mode: Precision Targeting for Anglers

Spot a promising sonar mark or radar bird stack? Activate FishHunter to orbit, spiral, zigzag, or figure-eight around it at your chosen radius. It's a game-changer for trolling patterns or holding position over structure, and doubles as a rapid-response tool for man-overboard scenarios. Integrate with compatible Furuno sounders or radars for seamless target lock-on, turning hunches into productive circles.

Outboard and Sterndrive Optimization

The OB-OPT variant shines with Optimus joystick systems, leveraging Fantum Feedback technology. This virtual rudder sensing eliminates traditional feedback hardware, simplifying installs on outboards and sterndrives. Steering feels more responsive, with software handling the nuances for fluid control in joystick or autopilot modes.

Versatile CAN bus networking ensures plug-and-play compatibility with chartplotters, instruments, and multifunction displays, creating a unified bridge ecosystem.

Why Boaters Choose This Autopilot

• Superior course stability in diverse conditions
• Easy calibration and minimal maintenance
• Enhanced safety through adaptive learning and emergency modes
• Cost-effective power steering alternative
• Future-proof with expandable features

Backed by Furuno's marine heritage, it delivers pro-grade performance for weekend warriors and charter captains alike, standing up to salt spray, vibrations, and years of service.