SKU: CW32476
UPC: 010342140654
MPN: XP-98W
The Ritchie XP-98W X-Port Tactician Compass is a surface-mount navigation instrument engineered for operators, maritime personnel, and field teams who require rapid heading acquisition and sustained directional awareness in dynamic environments. Built on Ritchie's proven marine compass technology, the XP-98W combines precision bearing indication with tactical functionality in a compact, low-profile form factor designed for easy installation on instrument panels, vehicle dashboards, and field equipment.
The compass features a 3-inch (76mm) CombiDial calibrated in tactical quadrants to track wind shifts and heading changes—critical data for navigation planning and situational awareness. The proprietary Course Minder movable bezel with heading memory indicator records directional references, allowing operators to retain course information without continuous visual confirmation. Exclusive DirectiveForce magnets provide stable, accurate needle response even in varying magnetic environments. A hardened steel pivot and composite construction with integrated diaphragm ensure reliable operation across an extended temperature operating range, eliminating false readings caused by temperature-related fluid expansion that compromises lesser instruments.
This instrument serves tactical teams, search and rescue personnel, offshore mariners, expedition navigators, and vehicle-mounted operations where dependable compass performance is non-negotiable. The low-mounted profile integrates cleanly into tight spaces without compromising accessibility. Installation is straightforward—surface mounting requires no complex integration or specialized brackets—making it suitable for both permanent installation and portable field setups requiring rapid deployment.
The white dial face provides high visual contrast in low-light conditions, improving readability during night operations and overcast field work. At 0.9 lbs with compact dimensions, the XP-98W adds minimal weight and volume to tactical rigs, vehicle equipment loads, or navigation kits while delivering the bearing accuracy and heading retention that trained users expect from purpose-built navigation equipment.
WARNING ⚠️
You must be 18 or older to purchase shotgun or rifle ammunition and 21 or older to purchase handgun ammunition and firearms. Please reference our requirements for ammunition orders to "restricted" states HERE. Always make sure you use the correct ammunition for your firearms. Ammo cannot be shipped to a PO Box. Please reference state & local laws before making a firearm or ammunition purchase.
Purchasing a Firearm? Click HERE to see our firearm purchasing guide.
