Garmin GMR 2526 xHD2 6' Open Array Radar & Pedestal - 25kW

Unlock Superior Visibility on the Water with Garmin GMR 2526 xHD2

Imagine scanning the horizon from your boat, spotting distant weather cells or schools of baitfish-holding birds before anyone else. The Garmin GMR 2526 xHD2 delivers that edge for dedicated anglers chasing trophy fish and cruisers navigating vast open waters. This 25kW powerhouse with a 6-foot open array antenna pushes detection out to an impressive 96 nautical miles, blending cutting-edge pulse expansion technology with proven high-definition clarity to paint sharper, more reliable pictures of what's ahead.

Whether you're threading through fog-shrouded channels or hunting pelagics in offshore swells, this radar stands out by minimizing clutter and maximizing target separation. It's not just about seeing farther—it's about seeing smarter, with features tailored to real-world marine challenges.

Key Technologies That Set It Apart

Pulse Expansion: Bigger Energy, Brighter Targets

This innovative feature extends the transmit pulse length, flooding long-range targets with more energy for vivid returns on your chartplotter. Larger echoes mean easier identification of vessels, structures, or even massive schools from afar, turning faint blips into confident contacts.

Auto Bird Gain: Your Secret Weapon for Fishing Hotspots

Birds diving on baitfish are prime indicators of big game below. Activate Auto Bird Gain, and the radar automatically tunes to reveal these flocks against choppy seas, saving you time and fuel while directing you straight to the action.

Dual Range and Echo Trails: Eyes Near and Far

Split your screen to monitor close-quarters traffic alongside distant threats simultaneously. Echo Trails add motion history to fast-movers, making collision avoidance intuitive—even in busy shipping lanes.

Performance Features Built for Demanding Conditions

• Extended Reach: Up to 96 nautical miles keeps you ahead of storms or traffic.
• Dual Radar Redundancy: Pair with another unit for backup and flexible display assignments across your vessel.
• Whisper-Quiet Rotation: Enjoy smooth, low-noise sweeps that won't disturb your crew or guests.
• Versatile Power: Seamlessly adapts to 12V or 24V setups with the included converter.
• Dynamic Adjustments: Auto Gain and Sea Clutter filters evolve with sea state, ensuring crystal-clear images from calm bays to breaking waves.
• MARPA Tracking: Track up to 20 targets with optional heading input, calculating closest point of approach for safer passages.
• High-Contrast Display: 8-bit color processing highlights critical details, separating rain echoes from solid returns effortlessly.

Why Serious Mariners Choose GMR 2526 xHD2

For offshore tournaments or coastal overnights, reliability trumps everything. This radar integrates flawlessly with Garmin's ecosystem, overlaying returns on charts for instinctive navigation. Anglers report landing more keepers by zeroing in on bird balls and weed lines, while cruisers gain peace of mind dodging unlit hazards at night. Its rugged build shrugs off salt spray and vibration, delivering season after season of peak performance.

Pro Tip: Fine-tune Sea Clutter in moderate chop for unmatched small-target resolution, revealing crab pots or kayaks that lesser radars miss.

Complete Package for Easy Setup

Everything you need arrives ready to mount: the radar array and pedestal, hardware kit, power cable, voltage converter, grommet, and update card. Bolt it on, connect, and start scanning—minimal downtime means more time on the water.