Description
MORE ADVENTURE. LESS WORRY.
Precise navigation meets global communication in the rugged GPSMAP 66i button-operated GPS handheld and satellite communicator1 featuring Garmin TopoActive mapping and inReach® technology.
Need assistance? Send interactive SOS alerts anytime, globally.
No matter where you are, two-way messaging lets you connect to the ones who matter.
Let loved ones know precisely where you’re roaming with location tracking and sharing.
Get maps as pretty as a picture and just as detailed —without a subscription.
Know the terrain before you’re in it, with preloaded TopoActive maps of the U.S. and Canada.
Stay out there longer with up to 35 hours of battery life in tracking mode and up to 200 hours in Expedition mode.
Know the way.
MULTI-GNSS SUPPORT
Access multiple global navigation satellite systems (GPS and GALILEO) to track in more challenging environments than GPS alone.
ABC SENSORS
Navigate every trail with ABC sensors, including an altimeter for elevation data, barometer to monitor weather and 3-axis electronic compass.
BIRDSEYE SATELLITE IMAGERY
Download high-resolution, photo-realistic maps directly to your device without an annual subscription. Easily find trails, pick stand locations, find parking, create waypoints and more.
PRELOADED TOPO MAPS
Preloaded TopoActive U.S. and Canada maps show you terrain contours, topographic elevations, summits, parks, coastlines, rivers, lakes and geographical points.
WIKILOC TRAILS
This preloaded app lets you easily download hiking, cycling and other Wikiloc trails shared by outdoor enthusiasts like you. Get a free 60-day Wikiloc Premium trial to try this and other exclusive features. Learn more.
Stay in touch by using inReach technology.
TWO-WAY MESSAGING
Exchange text messages with loved ones, post to social media, or communicate from inReach to inReach in the field (satellite subscription required).
INTERACTIVE SOS ALERTS
In case of emergency, trigger an interactive SOS message to Garmin ResponseSM, a 24/7 staffed professional emergency response coordination center (satellite subscription required).
LOCATION SHARING
Track your location, and share it with those at home or out in the field. They’ll be able to see your progress or ping your device for your GPS location and more (satellite subscription required).
100% GLOBAL IRIDIUM® SATELLITE NETWORK
Instead of relying on cellphone coverage, now your messages, SOS alerts and tracking are transferred via the global Iridium satellite network (satellite subscription required).
OPTIONAL INREACH WEATHER
Use inReach connectivity to get detailed weather updates on GPSMAP 66i or a compatible device paired with the Garmin Explore™ app. Request weather forecasts for your current location, waypoints or destinations on your route.
ACTIVE WEATHER
When paired with your compatible smartphone, you can get real-time forecast information and live weather radar, so you’re always aware of the surrounding conditions.
Be adventure ready.
BUILT FOR ADVENTURE
This handheld is built to military standards for thermal, shock and water performance (MIL-STD-810), and it’s even compatible with night vision goggles.
LED FLASHLIGHT
The GPSMAP 66 series helps you keep gear to a minimum with a built-in LED flashlight that can be used as a beacon to signal for help.
GARMIN EXPLORE APP
Plan, review and sync waypoints, routes and tracks by using the Garmin Explore mobile app and website. You can even review completed activities while still in the field.
BATTERY LIFE
Turn on Expedition mode, and get up to 200 hours of battery life while using inReach technology. In the default tracking mode, you get up to 35 hours of battery life, and your device will save your location every 10 minutes.
General |
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| Dimension | 6.6 x 16.3 x 3.5 cm |
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| Display Size | 3.8 x 6.3 cm; 3″ diag (7.6 cm) |
| Display Resolution | 240 x 400 pixels |
| Display Type | Transflective colour TFT |
| Weight | 8.1 oz (230 g) with batteries |
| Waterproof | IPX7 |
| Battery type | rechargeable lithium-ion |
| Battery life | Up to 35 hours at 10-minute tracking; up to 200 hours at 30-minute tracking (power save mode) |
| MIL-STD-810 | yes (thermal, shock, water) |
| Interface | high speed micro USB and NMEA 0183 compatible |
| Memory/History | 16GB |
Maps & Memory |
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| Preloaded maps | Yes (topographic) |
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| Ability to add maps | |
| Basemap | |
| Automatic routing (turn by turn routing on roads) for outdoor activities | |
| Map segments | 15,000 |
| Satellite Imagery | yes (direct to device) |
| Includes detailed hydrographic features (coastlines, lake/river shorelines, wetlands and perennial and seasonal streams) | |
| Includes searchable points of interests (parks, campgrounds, scenic lookouts and picnic sites) | |
| Displays national, state and local parks, forests, and wilderness areas | |
| External memory storage | microSD™ card (not included) |
| Waypoints/favorites/locations | 10,000 |
| Courses | 250, 200 course points per course |
| Tracks | 250 |
| Navigation Track Log | 20,000 points, 250 saved gpx tracks, 300 saved fit archives |
| Activities | |
| Navigation Routes | 250 |
| Rinex logging | |
Sensors |
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| High-sensitivity receiver | |
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| GPS | |
| Galileo | |
| Barometric altimeter | |
| Compass | Yes (tilt-compensated 3-axis) |
| GPS compass (while moving) | |
Daily Smart Features |
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| Connect IQ™ (downloadable watch faces, data fields, widgets and apps) | |
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| Smart notifications on handheld | |
| VIRB® Remote | |
| Pairs with Garmin Connect™ Mobile | |
| Active Weather | |
Safety and Tracking Features |
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| LiveTrack | |
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Outdoor Recreation |
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| Point-to-point navigation | |
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| TracBack® | |
| Area calculation | |
| Hunt/fish calendar | |
| Sun and moon information | |
| XERO™ Locations | |
| Geocaching-friendly | yes (Geocache Live) |
| Custom maps compatible | yes (500 custom map tiles) |
| Picture viewer | |
| LED beacon flashlight | |
inReach® Features |
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| Interactive SOS | |
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| inReach weather | |
| Send and receive text messages to SMS and email | |
| Send and receive text messages to other inReach device | |
| Exchange locations with other inReach device | |
| MapShare compatible with tracking | |
| Virtual keyboard for custom messaging | |
| Send waypoints to MapShare during trip | |
| Send route selection to MapShare during trip | |
Outdoor Applications |
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| Compatible with Garmin Explore™ app | |
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| Garmin Explore website compatible | |
| Compatible with Garmin Messenger app | |
Connections |
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| Connections Wireless Connectivity | yes (Wi-Fi®, BLUETOOTH®, ANT+®) |
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Additional |
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