---
product_id: 69718884
title: "VK-162 USB GPS Dongle - Remote Mount USB - External GPS Navigation Dongle - Supports Stratux, Raspberry Pi, Google Earth, Windows, Linux"
brand: "stratux"
price: "$1161"
currency: MXN
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 8
category: "Stratux"
url: https://www.desertcart.mx/products/69718884-vk-162-usb-gps-dongle-remote-mount-usb-external-gps
store_origin: MX
region: Mexico
---

# IPX6 waterproof & dust-tight 7 ft remote USB cord u-blox 7 WAAS chipset VK-162 USB GPS Dongle - Remote Mount USB - External GPS Navigation Dongle - Supports Stratux, Raspberry Pi, Google Earth, Windows, Linux

**Brand:** stratux
**Price:** $1161
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🛰️ Stay ahead of the pack with pinpoint GPS precision—wherever your journey takes you!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** VK-162 USB GPS Dongle - Remote Mount USB - External GPS Navigation Dongle - Supports Stratux, Raspberry Pi, Google Earth, Windows, Linux by stratux
- **How much does it cost?** $1161 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.mx](https://www.desertcart.mx/products/69718884-vk-162-usb-gps-dongle-remote-mount-usb-external-gps)

## Best For

- stratux enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted stratux brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Advanced u-blox 7 Chipset:** High-precision WAAS-enabled GPS ensures reliable, accurate location data every time.
- • **Extended 7-Foot USB Cable:** Remote mount anywhere in your vehicle for optimal signal reception and convenience.
- • **Plug & Play Stratux Ready:** Seamlessly integrates with Stratux and Raspberry Pi for instant GPS tracking.
- • **Cross-Platform Compatibility:** Works flawlessly with Windows, Linux, Google Earth, and more for versatile use.
- • **Rugged IPX6 Waterproof Design:** Built to withstand dust and water exposure—perfect for on-the-go professionals.

## Overview

The VK-162 USB GPS Dongle is a rugged, waterproof external GPS receiver featuring a 7-foot remote mount USB cable and the advanced u-blox 7 WAAS-capable chipset. Designed for seamless plug-and-play use with Stratux, Raspberry Pi, Windows, Linux, and Google Earth, it delivers reliable, high-accuracy navigation for vehicles including cars, RVs, and trucks.

## Description

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Review: An excellent computer peripheral - I'm using this with a Raspberry Pi in a ham radio application, keeping the Pi on schedule for FT8. After you set it up properly (Google for the obscure procedure to add a hardware clock), it does the job perfectly well.
Review: Victron cerbo plug and play - Added this to my victron cerbo to track my rv. It is plug and play and works from inside the trailer. Adding this allows me to see wjere the rv is and provide a solar forcast for my area.

## Features

- MULTI-PLATFORM: Supports Stratux, Raspberry Pi, Google Earth, Windows, Linux
- STRATUX READY: plug and play and supported by Stratux project.
- LONG CORD: 7 ft. cord for remote mounting with magnetic base.
- UPDATED CHIP: u-blox 7 chipset, WAAS capable.
- DURABLE: IPX6 waterproof / dust-tight.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B01EROIUEW |
| Additional Features | Waterproof |
| Are Batteries Included | No |
| Best Sellers Rank | #139 in GPS Vehicle Mounts |
| Brand | Stratux |
| Built-In Media | VK-162 USB GPS dongle |
| Compatible with Vehicle Type | Car, RV, Truck |
| Connectivity Technology | USB |
| Control Method | Remote |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 429 Reviews |
| Human-Interface Input | Buttons |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 4.8"L x 2.8"W x 0.4"H |
| Item Height | 0.4 inches |
| Item Weight | 2.5 Ounces |
| Manufacturer | Stratux |
| Map Type | Worldwide |
| Map Types | Worldwide |
| Model Name | VK-162 |
| Mounting Type | Remote Mount |
| Special Feature | Waterproof |
| Supported Satellite Navigation System | GPS |
| UPC | 743970156208 702921444221 |
| Vehicle Service Type | Car, RV, Truck |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Stratux
- **Model Name:** VK-162
- **Vehicle Service Type:** Car, RV, Truck
- **Special Feature:** Waterproof
- **Connectivity Technology:** USB
- **Map Type:** Worldwide
- **Included Components:** VK-162 USB GPS dongle
- **Mounting Type:** Remote Mount
- **Product Dimensions:** 4.8"L x 2.8"W x 0.4"H
- **Item Weight:** 2.5 Ounces

## Images

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: Will this work magnet side up**
A: only if you fly inverted

**Q: For the Raspberry Pi, what package needs to be downloaded?**
A: aptitude install gpsd gpsd-clients python-gps

**Q: Does this antenna have nmea output? is a pinout provided so i can separate out the nmea wire? i need a gps nmea to connect to an auto pilot.**
A: It outputs NMEA data over a serial port emulator over USB. Likely will not connect directly to an autopilot.

**Q: Do you need to load a cd to configure, or can you configure online, or is it plug and go? using coastal explorer on surface book 4 with windows 10**
A: I’m afraid my application is different from what you want to do. I’m using it in my stratux GPS/ADS-B device. What I can tell you is that the software run in this device recognized it immediately. The Stratux runs on a raspberry Pi 2, I believe.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ An excellent computer peripheral
*by M***G on October 5, 2025*

I'm using this with a Raspberry Pi in a ham radio application, keeping the Pi on schedule for FT8. After you set it up properly (Google for the obscure procedure to add a hardware clock), it does the job perfectly well.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Victron cerbo plug and play
*by D***G on October 14, 2025*

Added this to my victron cerbo to track my rv. It is plug and play and works from inside the trailer. Adding this allows me to see wjere the rv is and provide a solar forcast for my area.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great for home use; not so great for remote use on Microsoft Surface toblet.
*by D***R on October 7, 2025*

This works flawlessly on my HP desktop computer running Windows 11. It manages to spot and sync with satellites immediately after turning on the computer. In under a minute, I was able to set up the device and get the software to synchronize my computer's time with the circling GPS satellites. However, I am disappointed that I have been unable to get it to work on my Microsoft Surface Tablet computer running Windows 11. While the device driver does install, the GPS puck is unable to get a lock on any satellites, so does not synchronize my laptop's time with the many overhead GPS satellites.

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*Store origin: MX*
*Last updated: 2026-01-23*