Garmin GPS73 Handheld GPS

Meet the Garmin GPS73 Handheld GPS—a rugged, floating navigator designed for boats, sailboats, and other small watercraft without a chartplotter. It also serves as a dependable emergency navigation backup for any vessel.

• Floating, IPX7 waterproof design: Rugged handheld that floats and is ready for wet adventures on deck, in the cockpit, or at shorelines.
• High-sensitivity GPS receiver: Locks onto satellites quickly and maintains position even under heavy tree cover or challenging terrain.
• Extensive memory for navigation: 1,000 waypoints and 100 tracks across 10,000 track log points; 50 routes for planning trips on water or land.
• Advanced sailing and racing tools: SailAssist with virtual starting line, heading line, countdown timers, and tack assist to help you optimize starts and performance.
• Built-in celestial data and marine calculations: Sunrise/sunset, ETA, hunting/fishing calendar, area calculations, and sun/moon information for planning voyages.
• Readable display: High-contrast, backlit display with dedicated back-light buttons for easy readability in all lighting conditions.
• Connectivity and data transfer: NMEA 0183 compatibility for data transfer to your computer via USB; Serial and USB interfaces.
• Long battery life: Up to 18 hours on two AA batteries (not included) for extended trips without recharging.
• Memory and logs management: 10,000 track log points across 100 tracks; straightforward USB data transfer for easy data management.
• Compact dimensions and display: 2.6 in x 6.0 in x 1.2 in; display 1.4 in x 2.1 in (2.6" diag); 128 x 160 pixels; 4-level gray LCD.
• What’s in the box: GPS 73 handheld, Lanyard, Quick start manual.

The GPS73 is a reliable navigation companion for water and land trips, letting you store and quickly retrieve favorite spots, planned journeys, and routes so you can plot trips with confidence. Its floating, rugged design keeps it usable in wet environments, while the long battery life and backlit display support navigation from dawn to dusk. Built-in sailing and race features help you optimize starts and performance, and NMEA compatibility plus USB transfer makes data sharing with your computer seamless. With celestial data and area calculations, you can plan trips around sun, moon, and fishing windows for a more informed voyage.