Garmin Reactor 40 Steer-by-wire Corepack f/Volvo-Penta
Garmin Reactor 40 Steer-by-wire Corepack f/Volvo-Penta — Product description
Discover Seamless Steering with the Garmin Reactor 40 Steer-by-Wire Corepack
Imagine cruising through choppy waters or tacking against a stiff breeze without constantly adjusting the helm. The Garmin Reactor 40 steer-by-wire corepack transforms this vision into reality for boats equipped with Volvo Penta Inboard Performance Systems (IPS) or stern drive joystick setups. Tailored for both powerboats and sailboats, this system delivers commercial-grade precision that feels intuitive and effortless, elevating your time on the water from tiring to truly enjoyable.
What sets this autopilot apart is its ability to anticipate and adapt to the boat's movements. Whether you're battling crosswinds, swells, or sudden shifts, it maintains your heading with minimal input, letting you focus on navigation, fishing, or simply soaking in the views. Boaters who've upgraded often rave about the reduced fatigue on long passages and the confidence it instills during night runs or in unfamiliar waters.
Advanced Solid-State Sensors for Unmatched Accuracy
At the heart lies a solid-state 9-axis Attitude Heading Reference System (AHRS). This isn't your standard gyro—it's engineered to mount almost anywhere on your vessel, in any orientation, without compromising performance. The result? Drastically reduced heading errors, smoother course tracking, less rudder activity, and optimized power use, all translating to a steadier ride that keeps everyone comfortable.
Unlike older systems that struggle in rough seas, this one actively senses pitch, roll, and yaw, making real-time adjustments. It's like having an extra crew member who's tireless and laser-focused on keeping you on track.
Effortless Setup and Versatility for Every Boater
Getting started shouldn't eat into your boating time. This corepack streamlines commissioning and calibration to the essentials—often just a few minutes before you're underway. No endless sea trials or fiddly tweaks required.
Versatility shines through with features suited for power and sail: precise heading hold for straight-line runs, wind hold for sailing stability, automated tacks and jibes, and programmable step turns ideal for trolling or search patterns. It's a single package that handles diverse boating styles without needing add-ons.
Smart Integration for Total Control
Pair it with Garmin chartplotters via NMEA 2000 for seamless command from anywhere onboard. Access autopilot functions alongside radar overlays, MARPA target tracking, and chart data. For hands-free operation, link up to three GHC helm controls, or go wireless with compatible smartwatches.
Enhance with optional charts for automated guidance paths—perfect for plotting efficient routes while the system takes the wheel. This connectivity turns your boat into a networked powerhouse, sharing heading data across devices for safer, smarter voyages.
Detailed Specifications at a Glance
| CCU (Course Computer Unit) | |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 3 19/32 in. diameter (91.4 mm) |
| Temperature Range | 5°F to 131°F (-15°C to 55°C) |
| Waterproof Rating | IEC 529 IPX7 |
| NMEA 2000 Power Input | 9-16V |
| GHC 20 Helm Control | |
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 4.3" x 4.4" x 1.9" (10.9 x 11.2 x 4.8 cm) |
| Display Resolution | 320 x 240 pixels (QVGA color LCD) |
| Brightness | 1200 cd/m² |
| NMEA 2000 LEN | 7 (350 mA) |
| Buzzer/Alarm & Gateway | |
| Buzzer Dimensions (LxD) | 29/32" x 1" (23 x 25 mm) |
| Gateway Dimensions (LxWxH) | 5 1/8" x 2 3/8" x 1" (130 x 60 x 25 mm) |
Everything You Need in One Complete Package
- Reactor 40 CCU for core processing
- GHC 20 helm control display for intuitive operation
- Volvo IPS Gateway for seamless compatibility
- Interconnect and CCU cables
- Buzzer for alerts
- NMEA 2000 drop cables, power cable, T-connectors, and terminators
- Full documentation to guide your install
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Garmin Reactor 40 compatible with Volvo Penta IPS systems?
Yes, this corepack is specifically designed for Volvo Penta Inboard Performance Systems (IPS) and stern drive joystick systems, ensuring plug-and-play integration for powerboats and sailboats.
How does the 9-axis AHRS improve autopilot performance?
The solid-state 9-axis AHRS provides precise sensing of heading, pitch, roll, and yaw, allowing flexible mounting and reducing errors, deviations, and power draw for a smoother ride in all conditions.
What's involved in commissioning this autopilot?
Commissioning is minimal and user-friendly, typically taking just minutes with guided steps—no lengthy sea trials needed, so you can hit the water quickly.
Can it handle both powerboating and sailing?
Absolutely. It supports powerboat modes like heading hold and step turns, plus sailing features such as wind hold, tacks, and jibes in one versatile package.
How does it integrate with other Garmin devices?
Via NMEA 2000, it connects effortlessly to Garmin chartplotters for full control, data sharing, MARPA overlays, and optional Auto Guidance with compatible charts.
Is this system suitable for rough sea conditions?
Yes, it reacts dynamically to pitching, rolling, and waves, maintaining your course with confidence even in challenging weather.
What control options are available?
Use up to three GHC helm units, wireless remotes, or compatible Garmin smartwatches for control from anywhere on board.
Bring our Reactor 40 steer-by-wire technology to vessels with Volvo Penta Inboard Performance Systems (IPS) and stern drive joystick systems. With a complete package designed for powerboats and sailboats, Garmin brings an advanced marine technology to the boating public that was once only available for commercial boats. The Reactor 40 autopilot series is simply the most responsive autopilot system we have ever offered. Reactor 40 autopilots are very versatile. Both powerboat and sailing features are available in all corepacks, including heading hold, wind hold, tack and jibe, step turns and more. This amazing autopilot actually reacts to the sea to hold your course. Even when the boat is pitching and rolling, you can remain confident that the Reactor 40 autopilot will keep you on your desired course.
Garmin 100070589 Attributes
- Compatibility: Volvo Penta Systems With Complete Package Designed For Powerboats And Sailboats
- Dimension: CCU 3-19/32 Inch Diameter, Buzzer/Alarm 29/32 Inch Length x 1 Inch Diameter
- Voltage Rating: 9 To 16 Volt
Garmin 100070589 Features & Benefits
- Solid-State 9-Axis Attitude Heading Reference System
- Minimal Commissioning And Calibration
- Minimizes Heading Error, Course Deviation, Rudder Movement And Power Consumption While Providing A Comfortable Ride
- Fully Gasketed, High-Impact Plastic, Waterproof To IEC 529 IPX7 Standards
- Limited 1 Year Warranty
Garmin 100070589 Installation Instructions
- GHP_Reactor_SBW_Volvo_Addendum_ML.pdf
- Technical_Reference_for_Garmin_NMEA_2000_Products_EN-US (3).pdf
- Reactor_40_Steer-by-Wire_Install_EN-US (1).pdf
- GHC_20_OM_EN-US.pdf
- GHC_GMI20_Flush_Mount_Template.pdf
Garmin 100070589 Warranties
Garmin 100070589 Technical Bulletins
Reactor 40 Steer-by-wire Corepack for Volvo-Penta
Garmin's Most Responsive Autopilot System on the Water
- Solid-state 9-axis Attitude Heading Reference System (AHRS)
- Minimizes heading error, course deviation, rudder movement and power consumption while providing a comfortable ride
- Minimal commissioning and calibration
Bring the Reactor 40 steer-by-wire technology to vessels with Volvo Penta Inboard Performance Systems (IPS) and stern drive joystick systems. With a complete package designed for powerboats and sailboats, Garmin brings an advanced marine technology to the boating public that was once only available for commercial boats. The Reactor 40 autopilot series is simply the most responsive autopilot system we have ever offered.
Reactor 40 autopilots are very versatile. Both powerboat and sailing features are available in all corepacks, including heading hold, wind hold, tack/jibe, step turns and more.
Solid-state 9-axis AHRS
With its advanced solid-state 9-axis AHRS, you can mount Reactor 40 nearly anywhere, in any orientation. In addition, this new system greatly minimizes heading error, course deviation, rudder movement and power consumption while providing a comfortable ride for all on board.
Reacts to Conditions
This amazing autopilot actually reacts to the sea to hold your course. Even when the boat is pitching and rolling, you can remain confident that the Reactor 40 autopilot will keep you on your desired course.
Minimal Commissioning and Calibration
All autopilots require commissioning and calibration all of them. We know you just want to get on the water, so we made this process as fast and easy as possible. That's the power of simple.
Full Integration with Garmin Chartplotters
Combined with a compatible Garmin networked chartplotter, you can have full control of Reactor 40 from wherever you are on the boat. In addition to holding its course in virtually all weather and wind conditions, the system can smoothly perform a variety of preprogrammed trolling and search procedures. Plus, with a compatible Garmin networked chartplotter and BlueChart g2 Vision charts (sold separately), you gain optional features such as Auto Guidance, which automatically steers GPS paths.
Connect to Networked Devices
The Reactor 40 autopilot is operated using up to 3 GHC helm control units. GHC communicates with the autopilot system via your NMEA 2000 network, so autopilot heading data can be shared easily with other devices. This enables MARPA and chart overlay when connected to a Garmin chartplotter. An optional handheld wireless remote control is also available; however, for the highest level of convenience, control GHC using a compatible quatix 3 or quatix 5 marine multisport smartwatch.
In The Box:
- Reactor 40 CCU (Course Computer Unit)
- GHC 20 helm control display
- Volvo IPS Gateway
- Interconnect cable
- Buzzer
- NMEA 2000 drop cables (2 meters)
- NMEA 2000 power cable
- NMEA 2000 T-connectors
- Male and female terminators
- Documentation
1Auto Guidance is for planning purposes only and does not replace safe navigation operations.
Garmin Reactor 40 Steer-by-wire Corepack for Volvo-Penta
Model: 010-00705-89- Solid-state 9-axis Attitude Heading Reference System (AHRS)
- Minimizes heading error, course deviation, rudder movement and power consumption while providing a comfortable ride
- Minimal commissioning and calibration
Bring our Reactor 40 steer-by-wire technology to vessels with Volvo Penta Inboard Performance Systems (IPS) and stern drive joystick systems. With a complete package designed for powerboats and sailboats, Garmin brings an advanced marine technology to the boating public that was once only available for commercial boats. The Reactor 40 autopilot series is simply the most responsive autopilot system we have ever offered.
Reactor 40 autopilots are very versatile. Both powerboat and sailing features are available in all corepacks, including heading hold, wind hold, tack/jibe, step turns and more.
With its advanced solid-state 9-axis AHRS, you can mount Reactor 40 nearly anywhere, in any orientation. In addition, this new system greatly minimizes heading error, course deviation, rudder movement and power consumption while providing a comfortable ride for all on board.
This amazing autopilot actually reacts to the sea to hold your course. Even when the boat is pitching and rolling, you can remain confident that the Reactor 40 autopilot will keep you on your desired course.
All autopilots require commissioning and calibration — all of them. We know you just want to get on the water, so we made this process as fast and easy as possible. That’s the power of simple.
Combined with a compatible Garmin networked chartplotter, you can have full control of Reactor 40 from wherever you are on the boat. In addition to holding its course in virtually all weather and wind conditions, the system can smoothly perform a variety of preprogrammed trolling and search procedures. Plus, with a compatible Garmin networked chartplotter and BlueChart® g2 Vision® charts (sold separately), you gain optional features such as Auto Guidance , which automatically steers GPS paths.
The Reactor 40 autopilot is operated using up to 3 GHC™ helm control units. GHC communicates with the autopilot system via your NMEA 2000® network, so autopilot heading data can be shared easily with other devices. This enables MARPA and chart overlay when connected to a Garmin chartplotter. An optional handheld wireless remote control is also available; however, for the highest level of convenience, control GHC using a compatible quatix® 3 or quatix 5 marine multisport smartwatch.
| CCU Specifications | |
| Dimensions | 3 19/32 in. diameter (91.4 mm) |
| Temperature range | From 5°F to 131°F (from -15°C to 55°C) |
| Case material | Fully gasketed, high-impact plastic, waterproof to IEC 529 IPX7 standards |
| CCU cable length | 9.5 ft. (3 m) |
| NMEA 2000 power input | 9-16V |
| NMEA 2000 LEN | 3 (150 mA) |
| Buzzer/Alarm Specifications | |
| Dimensions (L Diameter) | 29/32 in. 1 in. (23 mm 25 mm) |
| Temperature range | from 5°F to 131°F (from -15°C to 55°C) |
| Cable length | 10 ft. (3.0 m) |
| GHC 20 Specifications | |
| Unit dimensions, WxHxD | 4.3 " x 4.4 " x 1.9 " (10.9 x 11.2 x 4.8 cm) |
| Display resolution, WxH | 320 x 240 pixels |
| Display type | QVGA color LCD display |
| NMEA output | NMEA 0183, NMEA 2000® |
| Supply voltage | Powered by NMEA 2000 bus, 9-16 VDC, units operate up to 32 VDC |
| Operating temperature | -15° C to 70 C° (5° F to 158° F) |
| Max power consumption | 3W |
| Viewing angle | 170° |
| Brightness | 1200 cd/m2 (NIT) |
| Water rating | IPX7 |
| NMEA 2000 LEN (Load Equivalency Number) | 7 (350 mA at 9VDC) |
| Autopilot Gateway Specifications | |
| Dimensions (L Diameter) | 5 1/8" 2 3/8" x 1" (130 mm 60 mm x 25 mm) |
What's in the Box:
- Reactor 40 CCU (Course Computer Unit)
- GHC™ 20 helm control display
- CCU cable
- Buzzer
- NMEA 2000® drop cables (2 meters)
- NMEA 2000 power cable
- NMEA 2000 T-connectors
- Male and female terminators
- Documentation
- Volvo IPS Gateway
- Interconnect cable
SKU: NVN-69281
MPN: 010-00705-89
UPC: 753759189464
Technical specifications
| Brand | Garmin |
| Model | Garmin Reactor 40 Steer-by-wire Corepack f/Volvo-Penta |
| SKU / MFR# | 69281 |
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