Simrad V5043 Class A AIS Transceiver

SKU SIM-000-16280-001

Our Price$3,073.00

Usually ships 6-8 days

Type and display: AIS Class A transceiver; 4.3-inch color TFT LCD, 480 x 272 pixels
Power: 12 or 24 V DC; supply range 9.6–31.2 V DC; peak current 3.60 A at 12 V or 1.72 A at 24 V
Connectivity: USB Mini-B, microSD, Ethernet (IEC 61162-450), NMEA 2000 (IEC 61162-3), GPS TNC antenna, VHF SO-239 antenna; 37-pin data connection to junction box
Sensor interfaces: Sensor inputs 1–3, pilot/auxiliary, external display and long-range interfaces; DGNSS correction input RTCM-SC-104; alarm relay and blue-sign switch
Environment: −25°C to +55°C operating; 93% RH at 40°C; IP54
Physical: Main unit 242 x 135 x 193.6 mm (width x height x depth including connectors); 1.25 kg
Key capability: Selectable SOLAS/Inland AIS mode; supports IMO, IEC and ITU standards
Display: integrated 4.3-inch color LCD

Contact us to confirm availability and shipping time. 30-day returns on unused stocked items. Exclusions apply. Return policy · Shipping policy

Shopping as a guest. Sign in to save your cart and check out as a dealer.

About this product

IMO type-approved Class-A AIS transponder system for SOLAS vessels and inland waterways, with integrated 4.3-inch color display, GPS antenna, junction box and pilot plug assembly; only a VHF antenna is additionally required.

IMO type-approved Class-A AIS for SOLAS vessels
Integrated 4.3-inch color LCD and keypad
Standalone operation without an external display or controller
Junction box with three bidirectional NMEA 0183 ports
NMEA 2000 connectivity for external sensors and navigation integration
Complete pilot plug assembly for PPU connection

Manufacturer part number: 000-16280-001.

Verified product information

Type and display: AIS Class A transceiver; 4.3-inch color TFT LCD, 480 x 272 pixels
Power: 12 or 24 V DC; supply range 9.6–31.2 V DC; peak current 3.60 A at 12 V or 1.72 A at 24 V
Connectivity: USB Mini-B, microSD, Ethernet (IEC 61162-450), NMEA 2000 (IEC 61162-3), GPS TNC antenna, VHF SO-239 antenna; 37-pin data connection to junction box
Sensor interfaces: Sensor inputs 1–3, pilot/auxiliary, external display and long-range interfaces; DGNSS correction input RTCM-SC-104; alarm relay and blue-sign switch
Environment: −25°C to +55°C operating; 93% RH at 40°C; IP54
Physical: Main unit 242 x 135 x 193.6 mm (width x height x depth including connectors); 1.25 kg
Key capability: Selectable SOLAS/Inland AIS mode; supports IMO, IEC and ITU standards

Product details

Display: integrated 4.3-inch color LCD
Waterproof: IP54
Operating Humidity: 93% RH at 40°C
Weight (Main Unit): 1.25 kg (44.09 oz)
Operating Temperature: −25°C to +55°C

Shipping & returns

Contact us to confirm availability and shipping time.
30-day returns on unused stocked items. Exclusions apply. See policy
Custom and quoted items are non-returnable once production begins.

Warranty

Backed by the original manufacturer’s warranty plus our workmanship guarantee on assembled harnesses. Contact us with your invoice and we’ll coordinate any covered repair or replacement.

Read the full warranty terms

Technical support

Need help choosing the right part?

Our marine electrical team can review your setup and recommend compatible products. Send a photo, a sketch, or your circuit list and we'll come back with a parts list that fits the boat.

Ask a specialist

Certifications & training

ABYC-aware build practices
OEM-grade marine wire & terminals

Additional capabilities are based on hands-on experience building marine wiring systems rather than third-party certification.

Share your project

Have you used this product in a project? Send us photos of your install for consideration in our project gallery.

Why buy from Common Ground Marine

20+ years building marine wiring harnesses, panels, and shore-power systems.
Engineers — not a phone tree — review every custom build before parts are cut.
OEM-grade components: tinned copper, sealed connectors, marine-rated jackets.