Garmin GPSMAP 86s
Garmin GPSMAP® 86s – Handheld Marine GPS Device
The Garmin GPSMAP® 86s is the perfect companion for sailors, anglers, and cruisers who demand safety and control on the water. This floating handheld device features a 3” color display, advanced marine functions, and wireless connectivity, making it a powerful extension of your onboard navigation system.
Advanced Navigation Performance
Equipped with a bright TFT color display, high-sensitivity GPS, and a worldwide basemap, the GPSMAP® 86s also supports BlueChart® g3 coastal charts with Garmin and Navionics® integrated data. Detailed bathymetry down to 0.3 m provides optimized fishing maps and precise visualization of harbors, channels, and structures.
Seamless Boat Integration
Sync the GPSMAP® 86s with compatible Garmin chartplotters and instruments to view real-time boat data directly on the handheld device. Control your autopilot, manage FUSION® audio systems, and monitor essential navigation information at a glance.
Stay Connected Anywhere
Pair it with your compatible smartphone to receive Smart Notifications. Sync with the Garmin Explore™ app for cloud-based management of waypoints, tracks, and routes. With Wi-Fi®, ANT+®, and Bluetooth® support, updates and wireless connections are fast and reliable.
Built for Reliability
Rugged and IPX7 water-resistant, the GPSMAP® 86s ensures performance in harsh marine environments. Its rechargeable lithium battery provides up to 40 hours of runtime (tracking every 10 minutes) or up to 200 hours in expedition mode. The adjustable GPS filter stabilizes speed and heading readings even in rough seas.
Box Contents
- GPSMAP® 86s handheld with worldwide basemap
- Wrist strap
- Micro USB charging cable
- Documentation
Technical Specifications – Garmin GPSMAP® 86s
| Dimensions | 6.75 x 17.8 x 4.4 cm |
| Display | 3" TFT color (240 x 400 px) |
| Weight | 272 g |
| Battery | Rechargeable lithium-ion |
| Battery Life | Up to 40 hrs (tracking 10 min) / 200 hrs (expedition mode) |
| Waterproof | IPX7 |
| Memory | 16 GB + microSD™ card slot |
| Waypoints | 10,000 |
| Routes | 250 |
| Tracks | 20,000 points / 250 saved GPX tracks |
| Sensors | Barometric altimeter, 3-axis compass with tilt compensation |
| Outdoor Features | Geocaching, area calculation, hunt/fish calendar, sun & moon data, image viewer |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi®, ANT+®, Bluetooth®, NMEA 0183, USB High-Speed |
| Compatibility | Garmin Connect™, Garmin Explore™ |
| Mapping | Worldwide basemap + BlueChart® g3 support |
| Warranty | 2 years |
