- Stock: In Stock
- Brand: Garmin
- Model: 5185-GPSMAP 79S
- Weight: 282.00g
Rugged Floating Marine GPS with Multi-Satellite Navigation & Waterproof Design
Designed for boating, fishing, kayaking, and outdoor exploration, the GPSMAP 79S offers dependable positioning, a built-in 3-axis compass, and the ability to store thousands of waypoints and routes. With IPX7 waterproof protection and a floating design, it is ready for demanding marine conditions.
Key Features
- Rugged floating handheld GPS designed for marine use
- Waterproof and fogproof construction
- IPX7-rated water resistance
- Bright sunlight-readable colour display
- Scratch-resistant bonded glass screen
- Supports multiple satellite systems for reliable positioning
- Compatible with GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS, and SBAS
- Built-in 3-axis compass for accurate heading information
- Stores up to 10,000 waypoints and 250 routes
- Worldwide basemap included
- Optional BlueChart® g3 coastal chart support
- User-replaceable AA battery operation
- Up to 19 hours battery life
- Ideal for boating, fishing, kayaking, and outdoor navigation
Specifications
General
- Brand: Garmin
- Model: GPSMAP 79S
- Part Number: 010-02635-00
- Product Type: Floating Handheld GPS
- Water Resistance Rating: IPX7
- Floating Design: Yes
Dimensions & Weight
- Dimensions: 6.77 × 17.40 × 4.23cm
- Weight: 282g (with batteries)
Display
- Display Type: Transflective 65K Colour TFT
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Display Size:
- 3.8 × 6.3cm
- 3in Diagonal (7.6cm)
- Display Resolution: 240 × 400 Pixels
- Sunlight Readable: Yes
- Scratch-Resistant Display: Yes
Navigation & GPS Features
- GPS
- GLONASS
- Galileo
- QZSS
- SBAS Support
- Built-In 3-Axis Compass
- Worldwide Basemap Included
- BlueChart® g3 Compatible
Waypoint & Route Capacity
- Waypoints: Up to 10,000
- Routes: Up to 250
Memory & Storage
- Internal Memory: 8GB
- Expandable Storage: microSD™ Card Support (up to 32GB)
Battery Specifications
- Battery Type: 2 × AA Batteries
- Recommended Batteries: NiMH or Lithium
- Battery Life: Up to 19 Hours
- Batteries Included: No
Construction & Design
- Floating marine-ready housing
- Waterproof and fogproof construction
- Rugged handheld design
- Scratch-resistant bonded glass display
- Ergonomic portable form factor
Suitable For
- Boating
- Fishing
- Kayaking
- Marine Navigation
- Outdoor Adventures
- Coastal Exploration
What’s Included
- 1 × Garmin GPSMAP 79S Floating Handheld Colour GPS
- 1 × Lanyard
- 1 × USB Cable
- Product Documentation
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