Garmin GMR Fantom 18x Dome Radar - Black
Garmin GMR Fantom 18x Dome Radar - Black — Product description
Navigate with confidence even when fog rolls in or night falls with the Garmin GMR Fantom 18x dome radar. This 18-inch solid-state powerhouse delivers 50 watts of targeted power, scanning up to 48 nautical miles to spot distant vessels, buoys, and hazards long before they become problems. Boaters who demand precision in challenging conditions swear by its rapid refresh rates and intelligent target tracking, turning your chartplotter into a vigilant co-pilot.
Unlike traditional radars that guzzle power and take ages to warm up, the Fantom 18x starts instantly and offers flexible power management. Whether you're cruising coastal waters, chasing offshore fish, or anchoring in unfamiliar bays, its advanced features like MotionScope Doppler processing help you differentiate friend from foe on screen—moving targets glow in sweeping colors, making collision avoidance intuitive and stress-free.
Why Choose the GMR Fantom 18x for Your Vessel?
Safety isn't just a feature; it's engineered into every rotation. With up to 60 RPM speeds, this radar refreshes images fast enough to track high-speed intruders, giving you seconds that count. Power-conscious skippers love the timed transmit mode, dialing in active scans to the second for extended battery life on long passages.
- Superior Target Separation: Adjustable target size lets you fine-tune resolution, pulling faint echoes out of clutter for clearer coastal cruising.
- MotionSense Doppler Magic: Watches for movement, coloring inbound threats red and outbound green—perfect for dodging freighters or plotting intercepts.
- True Echo Trails: Leaves fading paths behind movers, revealing speed and direction at a glance to anticipate crossings.
- Dual Range Viewing: Split your screen for short-range docking details alongside long-range horizon scans, all from one dome.
- Effortless Automation: Dynamic auto gain and sea filters adapt to choppy waves or calm seas, minimizing manual tweaks so you focus on the helm.
Fishermen, take note: AutoBird mode highlights surface-feeding flocks, guiding you to hot bites without guesswork. Pair it with dual radar setups for backup reliability across multiple stations.
Inside the Solid-State Advantage
Solid-state tech means no magnetron hazards—just reliable pulse compression for sharp, short pulses that mimic higher power without the bulk. The narrow 5.2° horizontal beam slices through rain clutter, while the 25° vertical spread ensures even low-profile targets like runabouts don't slip by. Overlay radar ghosts onto your Garmin charts for a fused reality view, enhancing situational awareness during autopilot runs or man-overboard drills.
Installation is a breeze for savvy owners: Masthead or arch mount with included hardware, 15-meter cables for flexible routing, and plug-and-play networking via Garmin Marine Network. IPX7 waterproofing shrugs off spray, and its compact 20" x 9.8" footprint fits tight spaces without sacrificing performance.
Smart Power for All-Day Adventures
Running 10-32V DC, it sips just 4W on standby, spiking to 33W max transmit in normal mode. Switch to power save for 24W bursts, or schedule ultra-precise duty cycles to stretch generator runtime. Stay powered through the night watch without firing up auxiliaries.
Core Specifications at a Glance
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 20" x 9.8" (50.8 cm x 24.8 cm) |
| Weight | 14.0 lbs |
| Waterproof Rating | IPX7 |
| Max Range | 48 nm |
| Beam Width | 5.2° horizontal, 25° vertical |
| Rotation Speed | Up to 60 RPM |
| Power Consumption (Max Transmit) | 33W normal, 24W power save |
Ready-to-Mount Kit
- GMR Fantom 18x dome (black housing)
- 15m (49 ft) power cable
- 15m (49 ft) network cable
- Full installation instructions
- Mounting hardware and template
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the Garmin GMR Fantom 18x different from traditional radars?
It's a solid-state radar with instant-on capability, no warm-up time, and safer operation without magnetrons. Pulse compression delivers high-resolution images equivalent to more powerful units.
How does MotionScope technology work on this radar?
Using Doppler effect, it detects moving targets and colors them based on direction—approaching in one hue, receding in another—for quick threat assessment.
Can I use this radar for fishing?
Absolutely. AutoBird mode identifies bird flocks over bait schools, and high-resolution imaging spots surface activity from afar.
Is power management customizable?
Yes, with power save modes and timed transmit down to seconds, helping conserve battery on extended trips.
What chartplotters is it compatible with?
It integrates seamlessly with Garmin chartplotters via the Marine Network, supporting overlay, dual range, and advanced features.
How rugged is the dome for marine use?
IPX7 rated, it withstands submersion and harsh weather, built for years of reliable saltwater service.
Does it support target tracking?
Yes, with MARPA (requires heading sensor), it auto-acquires and tracks up to 30 targets, including guard zones.
GMR Fantom 18x Dome Radar - Black
See what's coming on your compatible chartplotter with GMR Fantom 18x dome radar. When visibility is low and situational awareness is crucial, you need a radar you can depend on. Get 50 watts of output power for long-range and better target detection. Confidently travel at higher speeds and detect boats approaching at high speeds with up to 60 RPM rotation speed. The power save feature lets you choose when you need more power or less, so you have power when you need it and can conserve it when you don't. With timed transmit mode, you can even specify active and inactive times down to the second to help reduce power consumption so you can stay on the water longer than ever. MotionScope technology helps detect moving targets and highlights them in different colors so you can navigate around other boats or severe weather.
Features:
- 18 50-watt solid-state dome radar features a long-range and improved target detection on your compatible chartplotter
- Adjust on-screen target resolution for better separation based on your surroundings by using the target size feature
- Up to 60 RPM rotation speed for a refresh rate that can detect movement at any speed
- The power save feature lets you draw more or less power based on the performance you need
- Timed transmit mode lets you specify active and inactive times down to seconds instead of minutes for reduced power consumption
- MotionScope technology uses the Doppler effect to detect moving targets and highlight targets on your compatible chartplotter in different colors as they move toward or away from you
- True echo trails leave a historical trail on your compatible chartplotter to help you quickly and easily identify moving targets and potential collision threats
- Dual range provides split-screen images on your compatible chartplotter with separate range settings and controls for both close and long range
- Dual radar support allows each of your compatible chartplotters on your boat to pull data from one of two different radar sources to provide redundancy
- Dynamic Auto Gain automatically adjusts to your surroundings for optimal performance in all conditions
- Dynamic Sea Filter automatically adjusts sea clutter based on sea conditions
- Radar overlay displays radar images over maps on your compatible chartplotter
What's in the Box?
- GMR Fantom 18x
- Power cable (15 m/49.21 ft)
- Network cable (15 m/49.21 ft)
- Installation instructions
- Mounting hardware kit and template
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including LEAD which is known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to P65Warnings.ca.gov.
SKU: NVN-91985
MPN: 010-02584-10
UPC: 753759282226
Technical specifications
| Brand | Garmin |
| Model | Garmin GMR Fantom 18x Dome Radar - Black |
| SKU / MFR# | 91985 |
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