Navigation and Communication

Navigation and communication for safer 4WD touring

Navigation and communication covers the gear that keeps you found, talking and on track: UHF radios, GPS units, dash cams, reverse cameras, maps, books and CarPlay add-ons. You’ll find the lot at BCF across 165+ stores, backed by Boating, Camping, Fishing experts who use this kit in Aussie conditions.

If you’re heading off-road, a UHF is your convoy backbone and GPS mapping keeps you off closed tracks. Start with a reliable set from our range of UHF radios, then build out the rest of your setup.

Do you need a UHF radio for 4WD touring?

Yes, you need a UHF radio for convoy and vehicle-to-vehicle chat because it works without mobile signal, licences or subscriptions. It’s short range, so treat it as track comms, not a direct emergency lifeline in empty country.

Use common channel etiquette so everyone stays safe on the blacktop and the beach. For true remote trips, add a satellite communicator for SOS and a Starlink unit for internet on the go from our satellite internet category.

• Channel 40: Truckies and road safety on highways.
• Channel 10: Often used by 4WD clubs and convoys on the tracks.
• Channels 5 & 35: Emergency use only across Australia.

GPS navigation you can trust off-grid

A dedicated GPS with off-road maps beats a phone when you lose reception and need reliable directions. Choose a unit with preloaded Aussie tracks, waypoint storage and a screen size you can read while bouncing along corrugations.

Handhelds suit hikers and scouting on foot, while in-car units shine for touring rigs. Compare screen sizes and features in GPS navigation to see what fits your dash and trips.

Build the rest of your navigation and communication kit

Round out your setup with eyes front and back, paper backups and simple phone integration. These options cover most 4WD travel from Fraser sand tracks all the way to something as remote as the Oodnadatta Track.

Dash cams and reverse cameras

Dash cams record incidents on remote roads, while reverse cameras help when towing or backing near drop-offs. Check viewing angles, night clarity and storage to see which unit is right for you in dash cams and reverse cameras.

Maps and books

Paper maps and guidebooks never run out of battery and make quick route checks easy around the bush tele. Keep a regional atlas or track guide in the cab from our maps and books lineup.

CarPlay for seamless connection

CarPlay-style head units give you hands-free calls, simple navigation prompts, and lets you easily choose which playlist is going to fill the inside of your rig. Look for clear screens and easy Apple or Android integration.

Shop navigation and communication with BCF

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