Silva 5-6400/360 Military Compass

A professional-grade navigation tool for advanced users

The Silva 5-6400/360 is a high-performance baseplate compass designed for demanding navigation, whether you're moving through steep mountain terrain, remote wilderness, or challenging weather conditions. Built for experienced navigators and professional users, it combines Silva’s renowned precision with a full suite of advanced features, including a slope card, magnetic declination adjustment, luminous markings for night use, and a scale lanyard for accurate distance measurements.

Lightweight, robust and easy to handle thanks to its rubber grip housing and friction feet, this compass excels in situations where reliability and precision matter most.

Key Features

Professional Accuracy

• Dual graduation: 6400 mils (NATO standard) and 360° scale.
• Clinometer included for measuring slope angles and assessing terrain difficulty.

Slope Card

Use the slope card to estimate incline steepness, assess avalanche risk and determine any extra distance caused by climbing or descending. A crucial safety tool in mountainous terrain.

Scale Lanyard

A detachable, flexible scale lanyard makes distance measurement simple. It includes 1:25,000 and 1:50,000 map scales and can be placed directly along your planned route.

Enhanced Map Work

• Magnifying lens for precise reading of map details.
• Map scales: mm, inch, and GPS scales 1:25,000 / 1:40,000 / 1:50,000.
• Silicone friction feet help keep the compass stable while plotting bearings.

Ready for All Conditions

• Luminous markings allow navigation after dark.
• Permanent magnetic declination adjustment for local accuracy.
• Waterproof and impact-resistant construction.

Specifications

• Article No.: 37585
• Weight: 50 g
• Dimensions: 12.7 × 6 × 1.3 cm
• Material: Acrylic, PC/ABS, TPU
• Waterproof: Yes
• Ideal for: Advanced users, military navigation, expedition use

Why Choose the Silva 5-6400/360?

If you want a traditional baseplate compass combined with professional-level capability, the 5-6400/360 is one of Silva’s most complete offerings. Reliable, precise, and built to withstand harsh conditions, it’s a trusted companion for serious navigation.