Meet the Garmin GMR Fantom 54 Radar — a 50-watt, 4-foot open-array solution with a white finish and pedestal, engineered for confident navigation in every condition. This solid-state radar delivers rapid, reliable target detection and a clear view of land, vessels, birds, and weather, so you can steer with precision and peace of mind.
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MotionScope technology uses Doppler to detect moving targets and color‑codes them on screen, helping you quickly identify potential collisions, chase feeding birds, or monitor changing weather patterns.
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Pulse Compression delivers high‑resolution imaging while maximizing energy efficiency, so you can detect and identify targets at greater distances with sharper detail.
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True echo trails show a fading path of moving targets, corrected for your boat’s rotation when connected to an autopilot or heading sensor, enabling fast threat assessment and decision making.
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Overlay on your chartplotter view — radar can be displayed on a single display or split screen with independent range settings, keeping critical information within easy reach.
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Dynamic, reliable performance with Auto Bird Gain to locate surface bird activity, Dynamic Auto Gain to adapt to surroundings, and Dynamic Sea Filter to adjust for sea conditions.
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11’+ range flexibility from 20 feet up to 72 nautical miles for excellent close and long‑range target detection, even in fog or rain.
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Narrow horizontal beamwidth combined with high antenna gain delivers high‑resolution images and the ability to separate targets from noise or discern shoreline details.
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Birds, weather, and vessels on one clear display with a concise radar presentation that makes it easier to identify shoreline features, other boats, and impending weather systems at a glance.
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Adjustable rotation speed for fast screen updates or steadier imagery to suit your navigation style and conditions.
Why choose the GMR Fantom 54 for your helm
Designed for serious mariners, this 50 W radar blends advanced Doppler motion detection, high‑resolution imaging, and intelligent filtering to deliver dependable performance across surface, air, and weather monitoring. The result is a safer, more informed voyage with precise target separation, birds‑eye wind and weather tracking, and seamless integration with Garmin chartplotters. Elevate your navigation with the Fantom 54 — a powerhouse radar that keeps pace with your plans and your sea.
| General |
| Water rating |
IPX6 |
| Antenna length |
48" (121.92 cm) |
| Rotation speed (RPM) |
24 and 48 rpm (High Speed only available in Single Range mode, with MotionScope disabled, and on range settings of 12 NM or lower) |
| Transmit power |
50W of pulse compression power output, the approximate equivalent to a 6kW magnetron |
| Beam width |
1.8° horizontal, 23° vertical |
| Maximum range |
72 nm |
| Minimum range |
6 meters |
| Radar Features |
| High definition (outstanding target separation with less screen clutter) |
Yes |
| MARPA target tracking (collision avoidance) |
Yes (Requires Heading Sensor, Sold Separately) |
| Guard zone alarm |
Yes |
| Additional |
| MotionScope |
Yes |
| Auto Bird Gain |
Yes |
| Dual Radar Support |
Yes |
| Echo Trails |
Yes, True |
| Programmable Antenna Parking Position |
Yes |
| Max Wind Speed |
80 kt |
| Input Voltage |
10-32 V |
| Dimensions |
Pedestal: 16.6" x 14.3" x 10.7"
Full assembly: 15.9" height x 51.8" diameter |
