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Description
Take command of the water with the Garmin GPSMAP 86i Handheld GPS with inReach—a premium, floating navigator built for fishing, sailing, and cruising. Its water-resistant, floating design and a sunlight-readable 3" color display keep you on course in harsh marine environments, with dependable button operation on deck or helm.
- Satellite communication with inReach: global two-way text messaging, location tracking, and an interactive SOS over the 100% global Iridium network (subscription required).
- Remote autopilot & marine audio control: use GPSMAP 86i as a convenient remote for Garmin autopilot and select FUSION marine products.
- Maps & basemaps: preloaded worldwide basemap with optional BlueChart g3 coastal charts for enhanced detail, including 1' contours for precise bottom structure and fishing insights.
- Smart navigation: adjustable GPS filter smooths speed and heading over swells for more accurate tracking on rough seas.
- Weather & SOS: built-in marine weather forecasts on the device and an interactive SOS for emergency help from a 24/7 global monitoring center.
- Connectivity: Wi‑Fi, ANT+, and Bluetooth enable wireless updates, smart notifications from paired smartphones, and cloud management of waypoints, tracks, and routes via Garmin Explore.
- Battery life: robust internal lithium battery delivers up to 35 hours in 10-minute tracking mode and up to 200 hours in expedition mode.
- Global coverage & reliability: designed as a dependable backup navigator with satellite communication and reliable positioning for cruising, sailing, and offshore activities.
- Memory & storage: 16 GB internal memory; ability to add maps via microSD card (not included); 10,000 waypoints, 250 routes, 20,000 track points, and 250 saved GPX tracks.
- Physical & sensors: dimensions 2.75" x 7" x 1.7"; weight 9.59 oz; high-sensitivity receiver; barometric altimeter; 3-axis tilt-compensated compass.
- Interfaces: high-speed USB and NMEA 0183 compatibility for data exchange.
This device streams data from compatible chartplotters and instruments to your handheld, keeping you aligned with your entire onboard system from a single, rugged handheld. With a durable, floating design, long battery life, and onboard weather and SOS capabilities, GPSMAP 86i supports calm decision-making on deck and confidence during extended voyages.
| General | |
| Physical dimensions | WxHxD: 2.75" x 7" x 1.7" (7 x 17.8 x 4.4 cm) |
| Display size | 1.5"W x 2.5"H (3.8 x 6.3 cm); 3" diag (7.6 cm) |
| Display resolution | 240 x 400 pixels |
| Display type | transflective, 65K color TFT |
| Weight | 9.59 oz (272 g) |
| Battery | rechargeable internal lithium ion |
| Battery life | Up to 35 hours in 10-minute tracking mode; up to 200 hours (expedition mode) |
| Water rating | IPX7 |
| Memory/History | 16 GB |
| High-sensitivity receiver | Yes |
| Interface | high-speed USB and NMEA 0183 compatible |
| Maps & Memory | |
| Ability to add maps | Yes |
| Basemap | Yes |
| Storage and Power Capacity | microSD™ card (not included) |
| Waypoints/favorites/locations | 10000 |
| Routes | 250 |
| Track log | 20,000 points, 250 saved gpx tracks, 300 saved fit activities |
| Sensors | |
| Barometric altimeter | Yes |
| Compass | Yes (tilt-compensated 3-axis) |
| Outdoor Recreation Features | |
| Area calculation | Yes |
| Automatic routing (turn by turn routing on roads) | Yes (with optional mapping for detailed roads) |
| Geocaching-friendly | Yes (Paperless) |
| Custom maps compatible | Yes |
| Hunt/fish calendar | Yes |
| Sun and moon information | Yes |
| Picture viewer | Yes |
| Garmin Connect™ | |
| Garmin Connect™ compatible (online community where you analyze, categorize and share data) | Yes |
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