Garmin Reactor 40 Autopilot Steer-By-Wire Standard Corepack with GHC 50 Control offers precise, hands-free steering in a compact, install-anywhere corepack—perfect for sailors and powerboaters who want reliable autopilot performance with seamless Garmin ecosystem integration.
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Steer-by-Wire Corepack: Precision autopilot control with a compact corepack designed for reliable hands-free steering.
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Solid-state 9-axis AHRS: Advanced sensor technology enables flexible mounting and accurate course hold, even as the boat pitches and rolls.
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Flexible mounting and orientation: Mount the system almost anywhere and still achieve stable steering, even in rough seas.
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Fast, easy calibration: Quick setup so you’re on the water enjoying autonomy in minutes.
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Control from anywhere on board: Use a compatible Garmin chartplotter or the GHC 50 touchscreen helm display to steer the autopilot with seamless data sharing across Garmin devices.
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GHC 50 helm control: Dedicated touchscreen display providing intuitive autopilot control and sharing data with Garmin MFDs and other devices.
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Powerful compatibility: Works with SeaStar Optimus, Yanmar ZT370 sterndrive electronic power steering, and ZF 2800 Pod drives for flexible installation.
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Sailing and powerboat features: Heading hold, step turns, plus wind hold and tack/jibe when used with a wind sensor (sold separately).
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Auto Guidance+ and follow route: Planning assistance to help design efficient routes (Auto Guidance is for planning and does not replace safe navigation).
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In the box: Reactor 40 CCU (Course Computer Unit), GHC 50 helm control display, CCU cable, buzzer, NMEA 2000 drop cables, NMEA 2000 power cable, NMEA 2000 T-connectors, documentation.
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CCU specifications: 3 19/32" diameter (91.4 mm); weight 5.6 oz (159 g); temperature range 5°F to 131°F (-15°C to 55°C); fully gasketed high-impact plastic enclosure with IPX7 waterproof rating; CCU cable length 9.5 ft (3 m); NMEA 2000 power input 9-16V; NMEA 2000 LEN 3 (150 mA).
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Buzzer/Alarm specifications: Dimensions 29/32" diameter; weight 2.4 oz (68 g); temperature range 5°F to 131°F (-15°C to 55°C); cable length 10 ft (3.0 m).
With Reactor 40, you gain precise, hands-free steering that automatically responds to sea conditions to help you hold your course in rough water. The system supports control from multiple points on board, ensuring you stay in command whether you’re at the helm or cruising from another location via a Garmin chartplotter. The GHC 50 adds a dedicated, intuitive interface that shares data across your Garmin ecosystem, so navigation information remains consistent everywhere you look. Calibration is rapid, so you can focus on time on the water, and Auto Guidance+ provides planning assistance to refine your routes.
| CCU Specifications |
| Dimensions |
3 19/32" diameter (91.4 mm) |
| Weight |
5.6 oz (159 g) |
| Temperature range |
From 5°F to 131°F (from -15°C to 55°C) |
| Case material |
Fully gasketed, high-impact plastic, waterproof to IEC 529 IPX7 standards |
| CCU cable length |
9.5 ft (3 m) |
| NMEA 2000 power input |
9-16V |
| NMEA 2000 LEN |
3 (150 mA) |
| Buzzer/Alarm Specifications |
| Dimensions (L Diameter) |
29/32" 1" (23 mm 25 mm) |
| Weight |
2.4 oz (68 g) |
| Temperature range |
from 5°F to 131°F (from -15°C to 55°C) |
| Cable length |
10 ft (3.0 m) |