Stay on course with the GPSMAP 86i handheld. It provides all the outdoor functions and global communications of the GPSMAP® 66 series and adds on-the-water features — including wireless connectivity to your onboard marine system.
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| It’s water resistant, and it floats, so it’s as at home on the water as you. | See all your marine system info at a glance with boat data streaming. | Cruise with peace of mind. inReach interactive SOS is there if you need it2. | Send and receive text messages from anywhere2. | Put convenient control of your autopilot and Fusion® systems at your fingertips. | Stay out longer with up to 35 hours of battery life in 10-minute tracking mode. |
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BOAT DATASync with compatible Garmin chartplotters and instruments to see real-time boat data displayed right on your handheld. |
FUSION-LINK AUDIOGet convenient remote operation of select onboard Fusion marine products. |
ACCURATE TRACKINGWhen you’re underway, an adjustable GPS filter smooths speed and heading indications as you pass over swells for more accurate tracking. |
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Worldwide basemapSee worldwide shaded relief coverage, including oceans, seas, major lakes and rivers. And see international and state political boundaries and time zone information. |
BLUECHART COVERAGEAdd optional BlueChart g3 coastal charts give you leading-edge coverage, clarity and detail with integrated Garmin and Navionics data. |
AUTOPILOT REMOTEEven when you’re not at the helm, you can control your boat. Access the autopilot app to change heading, engage pattern steering and follow a GPS route. |
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BACKUP NAVIGATIONWhether you’re out for a day of fishing, sailing or cruising, gain peace of mind that comes from having a backup navigator. |
ABC SENSORSNavigate anywhere with ABC sensors, including an altimeter for elevation data, barometer to monitor weather and 3-axis electronic compass. |
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TWO-WAY MESSAGINGThe Iridium® satellite network1 lets you send and receive custom and preset text messages or emails with a delivery confirmation2. |
TRIP TRACKINGShare your adventures with your web-based MapShare™ trip-sharing page so loved ones can see your progress or ping your device to see your GPS location2. |
INTERACTIVE SOSIn case of emergency, trigger an interactive SOS message to the Garmin IERCC, a 24/7 staffed professional emergency response coordination centre via the 100% global Iridium satellite network. |
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MARINE WEATHERReceive weather forecasts directly on your device, so you can make educated decisions based on local conditions or the destination ahead2. |
Smart notificationsGet smart notifications right on your GPSMAP 86i handheld when you pair it with your compatible smartphone. |
GARMIN EXPLORE™ APPSync GPSMAP 86i with Garmin Explore for cloud management of your favourite waypoints, tracks and routes. |
WIRELESS CONNECTIONSGPSMAP 86i offers Wi-Fi® connectivity, ANT+® technology and Bluetooth® wireless technology for easy wireless updates and connections. |
LED FLASHLIGHTThe GPSMAP 86i helps you keep gear to a minimum with a built-in LED flashlight that can be used as a beacon to signal for help. |
BATTERY LIFEThe internal, rechargeable lithium battery provides up to 35 hours of battery life in 10-minute tracking mode and up to 200 hours in expedition mode3. |
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| Lens material | chemically strengthened glass |
| Dimension | WxHxD: 7 x 17.8 x 4.4 cm |
| Weight | 272 g |
| Water rating | IPX7 |
| MIL-STD-810 | yes (thermal, shock, water) |
| Display Type | Transflective, 65K colour TFT |
| Display Size | 3.8 x 6.3 cm; 3″ diag (7.6 cm) |
| Display Resolution | 240 x 400 pixels |
| Battery type | Rechargeable internal lithium ion |
| Battery life | Up to 35 hours in 10-minute tracking mode; up to 200 hours (expedition mode) |
| Memory/history | 16 GB |
| Interface | high speed microUSB and NMEA 0183 compatible |
Maps & memory |
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| Ability to add maps | Yes |
| Basemap | Yes |
| Map segments | 15000 |
| Satellite Imagery | yes (direct to device) |
| Includes searchable points of interests (parks, campgrounds, scenic lookouts and picnic sites) | Yes (downloadable from Garmin Express™) |
| Displays national, state and local parks, forests, and wilderness areas | Yes (downloadable from Garmin Express™) |
| Storage and Power Capacity | microSD™ card (not included) |
| Waypoints/favourites/locations | 10000 |
| Tracks | 250 |
| Navigation Track Log | 20,000 points, 250 saved gpx tracks, 300 saved fit activities |
| Navigation Routes | 250 |
| Rinex logging | Yes |
Sensors |
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| GPS | Yes |
| Galileo | Yes |
| Barometric altimeter | Yes |
| Compass | Yes (tilt-compensated 3-axis) |
| High-sensitivity receiver | Yes |
| GPS compass (while moving) | Yes |
Daily smart features |
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| Connect IQ™ (downloadable watch faces, data fields, widgets and apps) | Yes |
| Smart notifications on handheld | Yes |
| Weather forecasts | Yes |
| Active Weather | Yes |
| Compatible with Garmin Messenger app | Yes |
| VIRB® camera remote | Yes |
| Compatible with Garmin Connect™ Mobile | Yes |
Safety and tracking features |
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| LiveTrack | Yes |
Tactical features |
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| XERO™ Locations | Yes |
Outdoor recreation |
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| Point-to-point navigation | Yes |
| Area calculation | Yes |
| FISH FORECAST | Yes |
| Sun and moon information | Yes |
| Geocaching-friendly | Yes (Geocache Live) |
| Custom maps compatible | Yes (500 custom map tiles) |
| Picture viewer | Yes |
| LED beacon flashlight | Yes |
inReach® features |
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| Interactive SOS | Yes |
| inReach weather | Yes |
| Send and receive text messages to SMS and email | Yes |
| Send and receive text messages to other inReach device | Yes |
| Send and receive group messages | Yes |
| Exchange locations with other inReach device | Yes |
| MapShare compatible with tracking | Yes |
| Virtual keyboard for custom messaging | Yes |
| Send waypoints to MapShare during trip | Yes |
| Send route selection to MapShare during trip | Yes |
| inReach remote compatible | Yes |
Outdoor applications |
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| Compatible with Garmin Explore™ app | Yes |
| Garmin Explore website compatible | Yes |
Connections |
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| Connections Wireless Connectivity | yes (Wi-Fi®, BLUETOOTH®, ANT+®) |
