Garmin GMR 24: Big Power in a Small Dome

Garmin unveiled the new Garmin GMR 24, a 24-inch 4 kilowatt marine radar. It features dual rotation speed for fast near-target updates and the reliability on Garmin Marine Network. The GMR 24 features a 3.6 degree horizontal and 25 degree vertical beamwidth, which aids in acquiring and separating the targets more accurately. With a maximum effective range of 48 nautical miles and a minimum range of 20 meters, the GMR 24 lets you switch the rotation speed from 24 RPM to 30 RPM for rapid target updates.

The unit also helps you avoid traffic on the water using the unit's MARPA target tracking feature, which allows you to track the bearing, course, speed and predicted closest approach of multiple targets. The unit measures 24" (dia), 9.8" (height), and weighs in at a hefty 9.1 kg (20.1 lb). Obviously it's got IPX7 Waterproof rating.

Packaging includes mounting hardware kit, power/network cables and the most important bit, the installation instructions. Priced at US $1799.99, the Garmin GMR 24 is now available.