The VK-40 is Viking's newest
and most advanced metal detector ever produced (which
is quite a feat, considering they have been making excellent
metal detectors in the UK since the "early days" of the
1970s). The VK40 has all the features of the classic
VK30,
with a some very useful extra features: While the VK-30
boasts 2 modes of operation (Motion, non-Motion), the
VK-40 has a 3rd mode, called "All Metal Motion". This
extra mode provides all the advantages of a motion detector
(deeper ground penetration, better discrimination), with
the useability of a non-Motion detector (variable analogue
audio signal, all targets detected). The net effect is
simplicity of operation - the audio tone itself gives
a better indication of the target and, while every metal
target yields a signal, you are provided with a visual
indicator of the type of metal from which it is made.
In addition, the new "polo"-shaped head is both lighter
and more efficient, thereby achieving greater depth of
detection. This is a great detector, which is at least
as advanced as very many much more expensive models -
and that is probably why Viking metal detectors continue
to be widely seen in almost all the country's metal detector
clubs. To both enthusiastic newcomers and experienced
detectorists, we recommend this excellent detector.