Ritchie X-Port Tactician XP-98W Surface Mount Sailing Compass, 3 Inch Tactical CombiDial, White with Blue Dial

The Ritchie X-Port Tactician XP-98W is a surface mount sailing compass built for small racing sailboats where a fast, accurate read on wind direction can decide a race. At its center is a 3 inch (76mm) CombiDial fitted with Tactical Quadrants that show wind shifts and headers at a glance, so the crew can react to changing conditions without breaking focus on the course. A CourseMinder movable bezel and heading indicator lets the helm lock in rhumb or lay lines, while the forward lubber line makes it easy to steer accurate magnetic courses.

The XP-98W keeps a low profile on deck with a compact 4 1/4 inch base diameter and a low 2 3/4 inch mounted height, so it tucks into tight cockpit layouts without obstructing sightlines. The housing is molded from durable plastic and finished in white with a blue dial for clear daylight visibility. It is backed by a 5-year warranty. Whether used as the primary steering reference or as a magnetic backup to an electronic chartplotter, the XP-98W gives racing sailors a dependable, purpose-built compass for tactical sail trim and course-keeping.

Specifications

• Brand: Ritchie
• Manufacturer Part Number: XP-98W
• Dial Size: 3 inches (76mm)
• Dial Design: CombiDial with Tactical Quadrants to show wind shifts and headers
• Mounting Type: Surface Mount
• Base Diameter: 4 1/4 inches
• Mounted Height: 2 3/4 inches
• Product Dimensions: 8 inches L x 7 inches W
• Weight: 0.88 pounds
• Material: Plastic
• Color: White with Blue Dial
• Warranty: 5-Year
• UPC: 010342140654

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the dial size on the Ritchie XP-98W compass? The XP-98W has a 3 inch (76mm) CombiDial, sized for quick reads in a racing cockpit.

What makes the Tactical Quadrants feature useful? The Tactical Quadrants on the XP-98W CombiDial show wind shifts and headers directly on the dial, helping a racing crew react to changing wind conditions in real time.

How is the XP-98W mounted? It is a surface mount compass with a compact 4 1/4 inch base diameter, designed to sit directly on a flat cockpit or bulkhead surface.

How much space does the XP-98W take up above the mounting surface? The compass has a low 2 3/4 inch mounted height, keeping it out of the way of sightlines and rigging in a small racing sailboat cockpit.

What is the CourseMinder feature on this compass? CourseMinder is the movable bezel and heading indicator on the XP-98W that lets the crew lock in a rhumb line or lay line for reference while sailing.

What color is the XP-98W compass? The Ritchie XP-98W has a white housing with a blue dial for clear daylight visibility.

What material is the XP-98W made of? The compass housing is molded plastic, chosen for durability and light weight on a small sailboat.

How much does the XP-98W weigh? The Ritchie XP-98W weighs 0.88 pounds.

What are the overall dimensions of the XP-98W? The XP-98W measures 8 inches long by 7 inches wide.

What warranty comes with the XP-98W? Ritchie backs the XP-98W with a 5-year warranty.

Is the XP-98W meant for small racing sailboats specifically? Yes, the XP-98W X-Port Tactician is built as a small sailboat racing compass, with the Tactical Quadrants dial designed for that use.

Does the XP-98W replace the need for electronic navigation? No, the XP-98W is a magnetic compass meant to work alongside electronic navigation rather than replace it, giving sailors a reliable backup and tactical reference.