The B&G Vulcan 7 R is a compact sailing chartplotter and fishfinder display with a 7-inch multi-touch screen, worldwide basemap, and sailing tools including SailSteer, Laylines, and SailingTime. CHIRP, ForwardScan, and DownScan support provides sonar expansion, while NMEA 2000 and WiFi support the listed network connections. A transducer is not identified as included.

Key Features

- 7-inch multi-touch display – Fits smaller sailing helms while providing direct control of charts and sailing data.
- 800 x 480 resolution – Shows essential navigation and instrument information in a compact format.
- SailSteer, Laylines, and SailingTime – Provides sailing-specific course and timing information.
- CHIRP, ForwardScan, and DownScan support – Allows sonar expansion with suitable equipment.
- NMEA 2000 and built-in WiFi – Provides confirmed wired and wireless connection options.

Who Is This For?

This model suits cruising sailboats, smaller yachts, daysailers, and compact sailing helms that need a practical 7-inch display with sailing data. The touchscreen makes quick chart and menu work simple while underway.

It is not ideal for a large offshore racing yacht that needs a bigger high-resolution display or advanced race functions such as the Zeus 3S 9 package. No transducer is listed as included.

Compatibility

Confirmed features include SailSteer, Laylines, SailingTime, NMEA 2000, WiFi, CHIRP, ForwardScan, and DownScan support. The supplied information does not identify specific transducer models, NMEA 0183, Ethernet, radar, autopilot, or third-party sailing-system compatibility. No named incompatible system was provided; verify B&G network and sonar requirements before installation.

Technical Specifications

- Brand: B&G Sailing
- Model: Vulcan 7 R, 000-14082-001
- Display: 7-inch multi-touch display
- Resolution: 800 x 480 pixels
- Preloaded charts: Worldwide Basemap
- Sailing features: SailSteer, Laylines, SailingTime
- Sonar support: CHIRP, ForwardScan, DownScan Imaging
- Networking: NMEA 2000, built-in WiFi
- Warranty: 2-year standard warranty
- Origin: Made in Mexico

Warranty & Support

B&G provides a 2-year standard warranty. The supplied specifications do not state warranty exclusions or service procedures.

The Vulcan 7 R is the compact and simpler B&G sailing option compared with the Zeus 3S 9, providing the core SailSteer and Laylines tools in a 7-inch display. It uses less helm space, but has lower resolution and fewer listed race functions. Choose it for cruising and smaller sailboats; choose the Zeus 3S 9 for a larger display and race-oriented information.