Meet the Garmin Reactor 40 Autopilot for Kicker with GHC50 — a compact, powerful autopilot designed for small gasoline-powered boats. Built to take the helm off your shoulders, this system maintains heading hold and keeps you on course so you can fish, explore, and relax with confidence. It isn’t just an autopilot; it includes a floating handheld remote for effortless control from anywhere on deck.
Smart, Seamless Control
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Heading hold and route guidance keeps your vessel on course even in wind, waves, and current.
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Floating handheld remote with a bright, sunlight-readable display lets you adjust throttle settings or drop to idle speed in seconds.
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Garmin chartplotter integration enables control of your autopilot from anywhere on the boat when paired with a compatible chartplotter.
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GHC 50 helm control display enhances your autopilot experience with intuitive, easy-to-read feedback and control.
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Small boat compatibility specifically designed for outboards up to 25 horsepower, giving you extra hands-free capability on the water.
Built for Reliability on the Water
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IPX7 weather rating ensures dependable performance in wet conditions (excluding cable).
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Operating temperature range from 0° to 70° C for versatile use in varied climates.
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Compact dimensions — Steering actuator extends 4" from the tilt tube; motor diameter 2.5"; overall length closed 17.5" and extended 25.3". Throttle actuator measures 6.0" x 2.5" x 1.1".
What’s in the Box
- GHC 50 helm control display
- CCU (Course Computer Unit)
- ECU (Electronic Control Unit)
- ECU power cable
- ECU to CCU interconnect cable
- Steering actuator
- Throttle actuator
- Autopilot remote
- NMEA 2000 drop cable (2 m)
- NMEA 2000 T-connectors (male and female)
- NMEA 2000 power cable
- Documentation
Note: See Autopilot Guide for details on supported motors and required accessories. Model: 010-02794-09
| Steering Actuator |
| Motor side |
Extends 4" (10.3 cm) from end of tilt tube |
| Motor |
2.5" (6.2 cm) diameter |
| Overall length |
Closed 17.5" (44.5 cm); Extended 25.3" (64.4 cm) |
| Throttle Actuator |
| Dimensions |
6.0" x 2.5" x 1.1" (15.1 x 5.9 x 2.8 cm) |
| Operating temperature range |
0° to 70° C |
| Water rating |
IPX7 (excluding cable) |