Meet the Garmin GMR Fantom 18x Radar — a 50-watt solid-state dome that delivers bold target visibility, smart power management, and reliable performance for serious boaters. Available in Black (with a White option), this 18-inch dome covers a wide range from 20 feet to 48 nautical miles, even in fog or rain, and sweeps up to 60 RPM for rapid updates.
Key benefits
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Power that adapts to you: Power Save mode and transmit-time scheduling let you choose when to use full power, reducing energy use without compromising safety or awareness.
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MotionScope technology: Doppler-based color highlighting shows moving targets in real-time, helping you distinguish boats, weather cells, and moving objects at a glance.
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High-resolution, color-rich imagery: 8‑bit true color imagery and high antenna gain improve target separation and readability at distance.
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Long-range versatility: Range from 20’ to 48 nautical miles with excellent performance in challenging conditions, plus up to 60 RPM for fast refresh.
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Flexible display options: A single radar can deliver split-screen images on a chartplotter with independent range settings for near and far visibility; dual radar adds redundancy across displays.
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Advanced plotting & safety tools: MARPA automatic acquisition tracks up to 30 targets; VRM and EBL provide rapid distance and bearing measurements; set safety zones with alarms.
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Seamless integration & navigation aids: Overlay radar onto your chartplotter map page; add optional autopilot or heading sensor for optimized steering performance.
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Rugged, reliable design: IPX7 waterproof rating and durable construction built for demanding marine environments.
Why choose the GMR Fantom 18x
- Powerful 50-watt output with smart power management to conserve energy on long trips.
- MotionScope color-coding helps you quickly assess threats, weather, and opportunities on the water.
- Flexible mounting and display configurations support independent or redundant radar setups across multiple displays.
- Comprehensive target tracking, measurement tools, and collision-avoidance features for safer navigation.
Specifications
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Model: 010-02584-10 (GMR Fantom 18x, Black)
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Dimensions: 20" x 9.8" (50.8 cm x 24.8 cm)
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Weight: 14.0 lbs
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Waterproof: IPX7
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Antenna length: 17" (43.18 cm)
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Rotation speed (RPM): Up to 60 rpm
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Beam width: 5.2° horizontal, 25° vertical
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Color options: Black (also available in White)
Engineered for ease of installation and simple operation, the Garmin GMR Fantom 18x radar lets you tailor target resolution and viewing preferences to your surroundings, giving you fast, actionable information when every second counts on the water.
| General |
| DIMENSION |
20" x 9.8" (50.8 cm x 24.8 cm) |
| WEIGHT |
14.0 lbs |
| WATERPROOF |
IPX7 |
| ANTENNA LENGTH |
17" (43.18 cm) |
| ROTATION SPEED (RPM) |
Up to 60 rpm, depending on settings |
| BEAM WIDTH |
5.2° horizontal, 25° vertical |
| 5.2° horizontal, 25° vertical |
48 nm |
| MINIMUM RANGE |
6 meters |
| RADAR TYPE |
Radome |
| Electrical Features |
| POWER INPUT |
10-32 V DC |
| POWER CONSUMPTION |
4 W |
| MAX POWER CONSUMPTION TRANSMITTING, POWER SAVE |
24 W |
| MAX POWER CONSUMPTION TRANSMITTING, NORMAL MODE |
33 W |
| TRANSITION POWER |
50 W |
| Radar Features |
| DUAL RANGE SUPPORT |
Yes |
| RADAR OVERLAY SUPPORT |
Yes |
| DUAL RADAR |
Yes |
| AUTOBIRD |
Yes |
| DYNAMIC AUTO GAIN |
Dynamic |
| MARPA TARGET TRACK |
Yes (Requires Heading Sensor, Sold Separately) |
| ECHO TRAIL |
Yes |
| MOTIONSCOPE |
Yes |
| TARGET SIZE |
Yes |
| SCAN |
Yes |
