Garmin GMR 2524 xHD2 4' Open Array Radar & Pedestal - 25kW
Garmin GMR 2524 xHD2 4' Open Array Radar & Pedestal - 25kW — Product description
Equip your vessel with cutting-edge marine radar technology that turns challenging sea conditions into confident navigation. The Garmin GMR 2524 xHD2 stands out in the world of open array radars, delivering exceptional clarity and range for anglers chasing big game or cruisers scanning distant horizons. Its 25kW power output paired with a 4-foot array antenna ensures sharp target discrimination, even in cluttered waters or during foul weather.
Unlock Superior Target Detection with Pulse Expansion
One of the standout innovations in this radar is Pulse Expansion technology. By extending the transmit pulse duration, it floods targets with more energy, resulting in brighter, more defined echoes on your display. This means spotting schools of fish or isolated bait balls becomes effortless, giving you an edge over competitors on the water. Fishermen report consistently marking structure and pelagic species at depths and distances that older radars simply miss.
Key Capabilities for Real-World Boating Adventures
- Extended Horizon Scanning: Push your radar's limits to 96 nautical miles, ideal for offshore passages where early weather detection can prevent rough crossings.
- Auto Bird Gain Magic: Automatically tunes to reveal bird flocks diving on baitfish—your natural fish finder without casting a line.
- Dual Radar Redundancy: Network two units for failover protection and flexible display assignments across multiple chartplotters.
- Whisper-Quiet Performance: Low-noise rotation won't disturb your crew or sensitive electronics, perfect for overnight watches.
- Versatile Power Options: Seamless compatibility with 12V or 24V systems via the included converter, suiting everything from center consoles to sportfishers.
- Echo Trails for Threat Awareness: Watch moving contacts leave fading trails, instantly highlighting speed and direction to dodge collisions.
- Dual Range Viewing: Split-screen short and long-range simultaneously—monitor nearby traffic while plotting your course ahead.
- Adaptive Auto Gain and Sea Clutter: Intelligently filters noise from rain, waves, or chop, painting a clean picture in any conditions.
- MARPA Tracking Precision: With a heading sensor, track up to 20 targets, complete with CPA and TCPA alarms for pro-level safety.
- Vivid 8-Bit Color Processing: True color gradations separate birds from boats, fish from foam effortlessly.
Seamless Integration and Everyday Reliability
Designed for Garmin ecosystem synergy, this radar pairs flawlessly with popular chartplotters like the GPSMAP or ECHOMAP series. Setup is straightforward with included mounting hardware, a 15m power cable, and an update-ready SD card. Boaters praise its rugged build that withstands salt spray and heavy seas, backed by Garmin's reputation for marine-grade durability. Whether you're tournament fishing in the Gulf Stream or coastal cruising, it delivers data you can trust when it matters most.
Pro Tips for Maximizing Your Radar's Potential
Position the pedestal high on your radar arch for optimal line-of-sight, minimizing blind spots from superstructures. Fine-tune gain manually during calm seas to learn the system's nuances, then rely on auto modes for speed. For night fishing, combine Echo Trails with MARPA to track everything from crab pots to freighters. Regular lens cleaning keeps resolution crisp, extending its sharp-eyed performance season after season.
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the Pulse Expansion feature unique on the GMR 2524 xHD2?
Pulse Expansion lengthens the radar pulse to boost energy on targets, enhancing visibility of fish returns and larger objects at medium ranges without sacrificing short-range detail.
Can this radar help locate fish indirectly?
Yes, Auto Bird Gain highlights surface birds feeding on baitfish schools, a proven tactic for pinpointing productive fishing zones.
Does it support multiple displays on a boat?
Absolutely—Dual Radar Support lets each display pull data from either radar source, with options for redundancy across networked Garmin units.
How does Dual Range work in practice?
It displays close-in details like docks or swimmers alongside far-off weather cells on the same screen, enhancing situational awareness.
Is a separate heading sensor needed for full functionality?
For MARPA target tracking and accurate motion display, yes—a compatible Garmin sensor unlocks collision avoidance features.
What power systems does it accommodate?
The included external voltage converter ensures reliable operation on both 12V and 24V marine electrical systems.
How quiet is the rotating array?
Engineered for minimal noise, it rotates smoothly without the whine of lesser units, ideal for quiet anchoring or family outings.
Step up your boating game with radar that sees beyond the horizon—reliable, intuitive, and built to perform when the ocean tests your limits.
GMR 2524 xHD2 4' Open Array Radar & Pedestal - 25kW
Garmin's GMR 2524 xHD2 high-definition radar is designed for serious fishermen and long-range cruisers. It offers all the same features as the existing xHD2 open array radars, with the addition of Pulse Expansion and an increased maximum range of 96 nautical miles. This reliable radar is an invaluable aid to track land, other boats or weather and to help locate game fish.
Pulse Expansion
Pulse Expansion adds the ability to increase the duration of the transmit pulse, which maximizes the amount of energy on a target and provides larger targets on the chartplotter's display.
Features:
- Longer Ranger - Maximum range of 96 nautical miles
- Auto Bird Gain - Use Auto Bird Gain to find flocks of birds at the water's surface, indicating a hot fishing spot
- Dual Radar Support - Provides redundancy and ability for each display unit on the boat to select data from 1 or 2 different radar sources
- Quiet Operation - Quiet rotation and reliable operation
- 12V or 24V Systems - Using the included voltage converter, these radars work with either 12V or 24V systems
- Echo Trails - Leaves a historic "trail" on the screen to help quickly and easily identify moving targets and collison threats
- Dual Range - Allows for simultaneous close and long-range views, helping mariners keep a close eye on their immediate surroundings, while also knowing what is happening farther out
- Dynamic Auto Gain & Sea Filter - Continually adjusts to your surroundings to provide optimal performance in varying conditions
- MARPA - Mini-automatic radar plotting aid (MARPA) helps identify and track targets that might pose a collision threat (optional heading sensor required)
- 8-Bit True Color Display - Helps discriminate large targets from small ones
Includes:
- GMR 2524 xHD2 Radar
- Mounting Hardware Kit and Template
- External Voltage Converter
- Power Cable (15m)
- Cable Grommet
- Documentation and Software Update SD Card
SKU: NVN-58317
MPN: K10-00012-15
UPC: 753759223274
Technical specifications
| Brand | Garmin |
| Model | Garmin GMR 2524 xHD2 4' Open Array Radar & Pedestal - 25kW |
| SKU / MFR# | 58317 |
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