Unlock Hands-Free Boating with Seamless Autopilot Control
Imagine cruising to your favorite fishing spot, eyes locked on the water, rods ready, without constantly adjusting the helm. The Lowrance Outboard Pilot Hydraulic Pack transforms your boating experience by automating steering for single-outboard setups on vessels up to 30 feet. Paired with your Lowrance HDS Gen2 or Gen2 Touch display, it handles headings, waypoints, routes, and even custom turn patterns, letting you focus on what matters most—landing that next big catch.
This all-in-one kit integrates effortlessly into hydraulic steering systems, using advanced Virtual Rudder Feedback (VRF) technology. No need for extra sensors; it leverages precise GPS data for responsive, accurate control. Whether you’re trolling lures in figure-eights or retracing a proven trail back to the dock, the intuitive SmartSteer interface puts full command at your fingertips right from the HDS screen.
Standout Features for Serious Anglers and Boaters
Precision Steering Modes: Navigate to a cursor position, follow routes, maintain steady headings, or execute pre-set trolling patterns like spirals and zigzags for optimal bait presentation.
SmartSteer Integration: Seamlessly switch between outboard hydraulic steering, electric-steer trolling motors like MotorGuide Xi5 Pinpoint, and manual control—all from one display.
Trail-to-Route Magic: Convert saved tracks into navigable routes with a single touch, perfect for repeating successful fishing runs or safely returning from deep water.
Compact and Efficient: High-efficiency 0.8L hydraulic pump works quietly with SeaStar helm pumps up to 14ci, ideal for smaller boats without overwhelming power draw.
Multi-Station Ready: Add a second helm using HDS Power Steer commands—no extra hydraulics or wheels required.
Dash-Mount Simplicity: One-press Auto/Standby button keeps operations straightforward and safe.
Built tough for marine environments with an IPx5 water rating, this system thrives in spray and splashes, ensuring reliability when conditions turn choppy.
Effortless Setup for Quick Time on the Water
DIY-friendly design means no electrician needed. Plug-and-socket NMEA 2000 connections eliminate messy wiring, while step-by-step guides walk you through integration with your existing hydraulic setup. The NAC-1 computer acts as the intelligent core, processing inputs from the Point-1AP GPS compass for rock-solid heading data at any speed. Backbone extenders and terminators in the kit make network expansion a breeze, getting you piloting autonomously in hours, not days.
Complete Kit—Everything for a Plug-and-Play Autopilot
This hydraulic pack delivers a turnkey solution tailored for outboard enthusiasts:
NAC-1 Autopilot Computer: The smart hub managing all steering logic and drive signals.
PUMP-1 Reversible Hydraulic Pump: Compact 0.8L unit for smooth, bidirectional power.
Point-1AP Heading and GPS Sensor: Delivers pinpoint position and orientation updates.
NMEA 2000 Essentials: 4-way joiner, multiple-length backbone/drop cables (2ft, 6ft, 15ft), terminators, and power cable for robust networking.
Auto/Standby Dash Button: Instant mode switching for effortless operation.
Pro tip: For Mercury Verado outboards, pair with the dedicated fitting kit to ensure flawless hydraulic linkage.
