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Silva Ranger S vs Suunto MC-2

Weight and specs compared for 2026 — and which one to choose.

Silva Ranger S is the lighter option — 40 g lighter than the Suunto MC-2 (53% less weight). If grams matter to you, that is the one to beat.
Spec Silva Ranger S Suunto MC-2
Weight 35 g · 0.035 kg · 0.08 lb 75 g · 0.075 kg · 0.17 lb
Brand Silva Suunto
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Silva Ranger S
35 g

Classic orienteering compass with sighting mirror.

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Suunto MC-2
75 g

Mirror sighting compass with declination adjustment and clinometer for precise backcountry navigation.

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Silva Ranger S vs Suunto MC-2: which should you buy?

If saving weight is your priority, the Silva Ranger S wins — at 35 g it is 40 g (53%) lighter than the Suunto MC-2 (75 g). That said, the heavier option may justify the extra grams with more capacity, durability or comfort, so weigh the trade-off against how you'll use it.

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