Garmin GMR 424 xHD2 Open Array Radar & Pedestal
Garmin GMR 424 xHD2 Open Array Radar & Pedestal — Product description
Unlock Superior Visibility on the Water with Garmin's High-Definition Radar
Navigating challenging marine conditions demands precision and reliability, and the Garmin GMR 424 xHD2 delivers just that. This 4kW powerhouse with a 4-foot open array antenna cuts through fog, rain, and darkness, offering detection up to 72 nautical miles. Its razor-sharp 1.8-degree horizontal beamwidth ensures targets stand out clearly, whether you're tracking distant vessels, mapping shorelines, or spotting weather fronts. Paired seamlessly with Garmin chartplotters, it overlays crisp radar images right on your nautical charts for intuitive decision-making.
What sets this radar apart is its high-sensitivity performance without the hassle of constant tweaks. Mariners appreciate the consistent target separation and vivid 8-bit color processing that distinguishes buoys from boats, enhancing safety during long passages or busy harbors.
Advanced Features for Serious Boaters and Anglers
Bird Mode: Your Secret Weapon for Fishing Success
Spotting flocks of seabirds diving on baitfish schools can lead you straight to prime fishing grounds. Bird Mode optimizes sensitivity to highlight these surface indicators, giving anglers an edge in locating underwater action. Combine this with echo trails—ghostly paths that reveal target movement and collision risks—for proactive navigation.
Dual Range and Radar Support: Flexibility Meets Redundancy
Split your screen to monitor both nearby obstacles and far-off threats simultaneously. Dual radar compatibility means you can network multiple units across your vessel, ensuring every helm station accesses vital data. This setup is ideal for larger yachts or multi-station boats where reliability is non-negotiable.
Smart Auto Adjustments for Effortless Operation
Dynamic Auto Gain and Sea Filter adapt on the fly to harbor clutter, coastal clutter, or open-ocean swells, maintaining optimal clarity without manual intervention. Overlay radar directly on charts, track up to 10 targets with MARPA, set customizable guard zones, and measure distances swiftly using VRM and EBL tools—all designed for real-world usability.
Engineered for Seamless Integration and Durability
Installation is straightforward: mount the pedestal, connect the included power and network cables, and you're operational. Quiet 24/48 rpm rotation minimizes noise, while robust construction withstands harsh marine environments. Quiet operation lets you focus on the horizon, not the hum.
For captains prioritizing safety, the guard zone alarms provide peace of mind, alerting you to intrusions in your safe perimeter. Whether cruising at night, crossing shipping lanes, or pushing offshore, this radar elevates situational awareness.
Why Choose the GMR 424 xHD2 for Your Vessel?
- Exceptional long-range detection in adverse weather
- Superior target discrimination for safer passages
- Fisherman-friendly modes that reveal hidden opportunities
- User-friendly design—no steep learning curve
- Proven Garmin ecosystem compatibility for expanded functionality
Boat owners rave about how this radar transforms uncertain voyages into confident adventures. Its blend of raw power, smart tech, and simplicity makes it a staple for recreational sailors, commercial operators, and tournament pros alike.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum detection range of the Garmin GMR 424 xHD2?
It provides reliable detection up to 72 nautical miles, excelling in fog, rain, or low visibility for distant targets like ships or weather systems.
How does Bird Mode work on this radar?
Bird Mode enhances sensitivity to display birds skimming the surface, signaling nearby baitfish and potential fishing hotspots for anglers.
Does the GMR 424 xHD2 support dual range viewing?
Yes, it enables split-screen displays, allowing simultaneous short- and long-range radar views on your chartplotter.
Is installation complicated for this open array radar?
No, it's designed for simplicity with no complex settings required. Use the provided mounting hardware, power cable, and network cable for quick setup.
What safety features does it include?
Key features like MARPA target tracking for up to 10 objects, guard zones with alarms, and echo trails help avoid collisions and monitor threats.
Can it overlay radar on Garmin charts?
Absolutely, radar overlay integrates seamlessly with your chartplotter's map pages for a fused view of radar data and nautical charts.
What are the rotation speeds?
It operates at selectable speeds of 24 rpm or 48 rpm, balancing refresh rate with quiet performance.
Does it support multiple radar units?
Yes, dual radar support offers redundancy and lets each display select from different radar sources onboard.
GMR 424 xHD2 Open Array Radar & Pedestal
4' Open Array Radar With 4kW of Power
Features:
- 4kW high-definition radar with 4-foot open array
- High sensitivity with 1.8 degree horizontal beamwidth for consistent target positions, excellent target separation and reliable operation
- Dual range radar with dual radar support
- No complex user settings; easy to install and start using
- Quiet rotation and reliable operation
High-Power xHD2 Radar With Narrow 1.8° Beam
This high-definition 4kW radar has the power to deliver excellent range, up to 72 nautical miles, even in fog or rain. Its narrow 1.8 degree horizontal beamwidth picks out targets well off in the distance. It paints a clear image of the shoreline, other vessels, and impending weather on your Garmin chartplotter. You get consistent target positions, excellent target separation and reliable operation. Its 8-bit true color imagery also helps you discriminate large targets from small ones and enhances target separation. Rotation speeds of 24 and 48 rpm with a max range scale of 72 nautical miles.
Bird Mode
Fishermen know, when you find birds at the water's surface, you'll also find fish. To further improve your fishing experience, use Bird Mode, which helps to locate birds at the water's surface where baitfish are also likely to be found.
Echo Trails
A historical "trail" is left on the screen to help you quickly and easily identify moving targets and potential collision threats.
Dual Range
Single radar antenna is capable of providing split screen images on your chartplotter for both close and long range.
Dual Radar Support
Provides redundancy and the ability for each display unit on the boat to select data from one of two different radar sources.
Dynamic Auto Gain
Dynamic Auto Gain automatically adjusts gain levels to optimum settings for harbors, near shore, and offshore in open waters.
Dynamic Sea Filter
Dynamic Sea Filter automatically adjusts gain to calm, medium and rough sea conditions.
Radar Overlay
Overlays the radar image on the chartplotter's map page.
MARPA Target Tracking
Mini-automatic radar plotting aid (MARPA) tracks up to 10 selected targets, helping you keep track of other vessels and avoid collisions.
Guard Zone
Set the safety zone and receive an alarm when an object enters the zone.
VRM & EBL
Variable range markers (VRM) and electronic bearing lines (EBL) allow rapid measurements of distance and bearing to vessels and land.
The Power of Simple...Radar
This radar is designed to be easy to install and use. There are no complex user settings to fuss around with, just install it and start using. You can rely on the GMR xHD2 to provide reliable, optimum performance in all conditions.
In the Box:
- GMR 424 xHD2
- Mounting hardware kit and template
- Power cable (15 meters)
- Network cable (15 meters)
- Cable grommet
- Documentation
SKU: NVN-55386
MPN: K10-00012-08
UPC: 753759223243
Technical specifications
| Brand | Garmin |
| Model | Garmin GMR 424 xHD2 Open Array Radar & Pedestal |
| SKU / MFR# | 55386 |
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