GPS 73 - Garmin
The GPS 73 is the ideal solution for boats, sailboats, and other small vessels without electrical installation.
It is also very suitable as a backup device in case of failure of the main system.
It features a high-sensitivity GPS antenna and can store up to 1,000 waypoints and 100 tracks.
It can be used on land as well as at sea.
Its casing is waterproof and floats in case of accidental fall into the water.
The GPS 73 includes sailing functions “SailAssist” with the virtual starting line indicator, the layline, the countdown, and the tacking assistance.
Simple to use portable GPS navigation system
High-sensitivity GPS (memory: 1,000 waypoints / 100 tracks)
Mark your favourite locations for easy return
SailAssist™ function: includes virtual starting line indicator, layline, countdown, and tacking assistance
MOB function, day/night almanac, ETA, speed, heading, bearing, as well as other “marine” information
Integrated backlighting
Quick satellite signal acquisition
The high-sensitivity GPS antenna quickly picks up GPS signals and geolocates you in the most challenging environments.
Whether you are lost in a deep valley or in the middle of a forest, you will easily find your way back.
Waypoint memory
Find your fishing spot or the exact location of your traps, thanks to its memory of 1,000 waypoints and 100 tracks.
You can return whenever you wish.
“SailAssist” functions
SailAssist allows for more serene sailing thanks to the layline and tacking assistance.
The tacking assistance signals the best time to tack by determining if your boat is benefiting from a lifting or headed breeze based on the optimal tacking angle.
Those of you who enjoy competition can take advantage of the virtual starting line indicator and the programmable countdown to ensure you cross the starting line at the right moment.
Data transfer
The GPS 73 is NMEA 0183 compatible.
To simplify data transfer to your device, it easily connects to your computer using a USB cable.
If you enjoy sailing, hunting, or fishing, you can use the built-in astronomical data, which includes sunrise and sunset times, a hunting and fishing calendar, an estimated time of arrival, as well as other calculations and marine data.
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Technical Specifications