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Garmin VHF 315i
GarminNewMarine VHF radio

Garmin VHF 315i

Garmin VHF 315i is a marine VHF radio released in 2026. Key specs: transmit power 25 W, water protection (IPx) IPx7, weight 1,527 g.

4.5Score
Ruggedness2.5
Features7.3
price range£540–670Reference price converted from EUR
Year
2026
Brand
GarminGarmin
Popularity
#116 of 560
Model numbers
Garmin VHF 315i
25 WTransmit power
IPx7Water protection (IPx)
1,527 gWeight
Spec guide

How it ranks among marine VHF radios of 2026

Compared with marine VHF radios released in 2026. Bars show the share of models it beats.

compared with other marine VHF radios

Why is VHF 315i a good choice?

Transmit power: 25 Wbetter than 76% of marine VHF radios
Weak points
Water protection (IPx): IPx7worse than 94% of marine VHF radios
Weight: 1,527 gworse than 96% of marine VHF radios
Specifications

Full specifications

Radio & range
Radio standards
Amateur VHF, Marine VHF
Frequency ranges
156 - 162 MHz
Transmit power
25 W
Squelch
adjustable
Power & battery
Battery voltage
12 V
Power source
Mains / 12 V vehicle
Design & durability
Weight
1,527 g
Width
60 mm
Height
205 mm
Depth
181 mm
Protection rating
IPX7
Water protection (IPx)
IPx7
Display
Backlit display
Colours
Black
Features
Channel scan
Yes
Dual watch
Yes
Emergency / SOS alarm
Yes
GPS
Yes
Connectivity
Headset / earpiece jack
Yes
Radios in the base pack
1

Specs are collected from manufacturers and open databases and normalised to one format; check details with the seller before you buy.

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