Meet the Garmin GPSMAP8616 16" Plotter, the command center your boat deserves. With a stunning 16" full HD IPS touchscreen, you’ll enjoy wide viewing angles, sharp detail, and superior sunlight readability—even when wearing polarized sunglasses. This powerhouse is designed to be the centerpiece of a sleek, glass-helm cockpit, with flexible mounting options for edge-to-edge flat displays or flush mounting to create a seamless look.
Key features
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16" Full HD IPS touchscreen for crystal-clear navigation data, expansive map views, and effortless touch control in any lighting.
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Preloaded Navionics+ charts with coastal and inland maps for the U.S. and Canada, plus support for Navionics Vision+ premium content for enhanced detailing.
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Auto Guidance+ technology to help plan routes and anticipate navigation needs (Auto Guidance+ is for planning purposes only and does not replace safe navigation operations).
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Advanced connectivity with NMEA 2000 and Garmin Marine Network, enabling a complete marine system—from radar, autopilots, and sonar to cameras and instruments—controlled from your chartplotter.
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Wireless and smart connectivity via ANT and Wi‑Fi networking to pair with quatix smartwatches, gWind Wireless 2 wind sensor, and more for a connected cockpit experience.
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OneHelm exclusive feature to connect and control many third-party devices directly from the chartplotter screen.
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Mercury SmartCraft Connect gateway for real-time engine data—RPMs, fuel flow, temperature, trim, and more for up to four Mercury engines.
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PS51 live sonar compatibility with FrontVü forward-looking sonar to help you avoid grounding and discover structure ahead of your vessel.
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SmartMode station controls provide one-touch presets for docking, cruising, fishing, and anchoring for rapid access to common tasks.
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SailAssist features deliver prerace data and displays to give you a competitive edge on the water.
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Built‑in Wi‑Fi and ActiveCaptain app support for OneChart, smart notifications, Quickdraw Community data, and more—keeping you connected ashore and at sea.
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Dual microSD slots on the back for ActiveCaptain app use and cartography expansion, ensuring you have ample storage for maps and data.
Designed for speed and reliability, the GPSMAP8616 features a premium processor for rapid map drawing, robust networking, and smooth video distribution across your marine electronics. Its versatile mounting options and comprehensive ecosystem make it the ultimate navigation and control hub for modern boats on U.S. and Canadian waters.
| General |
| Physical dimensions |
15.1" x 10.3" x 3" (38.5 cm x 26.3 cm x 7.6 cm) |
| Weight |
9.6 lbs (4.4 kg) |
| Water rating |
IPX6 and IPX7 |
| Display type |
touchscreen IPS display (anti-glare finish) |
| Display size |
13.6" x 7.7" (34.5 cm x 19.5 cm) |
| Display resolution |
FHD; 1920 x 1080 pixels |
| Power consumption |
3.5 A |
| Antenna |
Internal or external over NMEA 2000 |
| Mounting options |
Flat and flush, bail with optional accessory (Garmin does not offer any hardware or accessories for a flat-mount installation. Professional tools and knowledge is required.) |
| Receiver |
10 Hz GPS/GLONASS/Galileo |
| Garmin Marine Network™ ports |
2 |
| Maps & Memory |
| Accepts data cards |
2 microSD cards (on back) |
| Waypoints |
5,000 |
| Routes |
100 (250 waypoints each) |
| Track log |
50,000 points; 50 saved tracks |
| pre-loaded maps |
Garmin Navionics+ coastal and inland water charts for the U.S. and Canada |
| Outdoor Recreation Features |
| Tide tables |
Yes |
| Chartplotter Features |
| Garmin Radar compatible |
Yes |
| Garmin Sonar compatible |
Yes |
| Garmin SmartMode compatible (customizable monitor presets) |
Yes |
| Supports AIS (tracks target ships position) |
Yes |
| Supports DSC (displays position data from DSC-capable VHF radio) |
Yes |
| Supports FUSION-Link™ compatible radios |
Yes |
| GSD™ Black Box sonar support |
Yes |
| GCV™ Black Box sonar support |
Yes |
| ActiveCaptain compatible |
Yes |
| Garmin Helm compatible |
Yes |
| GRID™ (Garmin Remote Input Device) compatible |
Yes |
| Wireless remote compatible |
Yes |
| Sonar Features & Specifications |
| Dual-frequency (50/200 kHz) sonar capable |
Yes (with external black box, sold separately) |
| Dual-beam (77/200 kHz) sonar capable |
Yes (with external black box, sold separately) |
| Frequencies supported |
NA |
| Transmit power |
NA |
| CHIRP sonar technology |
Yes_(when_connected_to_another_compatible_sonar_device) |
| ClearVü |
yes (with GCV™ black box, sold separately) |
| SideVü |
yes (with GCV™ black box, sold separately) |
| Maximum depth |
NA |
| Connections |
| NMEA 2000® compatible |
Yes |
| Transducer pin numbers |
na |
| NMEA 0183 input ports |
1 differential |
| NMEA 0183 output ports |
1 differential |
| Video input ports |
1 - BNC composite
1 - HDMI (HDCP compliant) |
| Video output ports |
1 HDMI |
| Wireless connectivity |
Yes |
