Garmin GPSMAP 743 Chartplotter - Preloaded US+Canada+Bahamas BlueChart g3 - LakeVu g3
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Garmin GPSMAP 743 Chartplotter - Preloaded US+Canada+Bahamas BlueChart g3 - LakeVu g3 Product Description
Transform Your Boating Adventures with Superior Clarity and Control
Imagine gliding across open waters or navigating tight inland channels with pinpoint accuracy and a display that cuts through glare like never before. The GPSMAP 743 elevates your helm experience by delivering a vibrant 7-inch touchscreen that's 60% sharper than older models, packing more pixels into every inch for details that pop even under the harshest sun. Its beefed-up processor handles complex data streams effortlessly, ensuring smooth panning across charts and real-time updates that keep you ahead of the curve.
What sets this chartplotter apart is its seamless blend of Garmin's reliable tech with Navionics' renowned data depth. Preloaded with coastal charts spanning the US, Canada, and Bahamas via BlueChart g3, plus intricate LakeVü g3 maps for thousands of inland waterways, it equips you for any journey—from coastal cruises to remote lake explorations. Auto Guidance+ crunches bathymetric data to suggest safe paths, factoring in your vessel's draft and beam, so you spend less time plotting and more time enjoying the ride.
Unmatched Visibility and Speed on the Water
Crafted with edge-to-edge glass and slim bezels, this unit fits snugly into tight dashboards, making upgrades straightforward without major rework. The WSVGA display shines with anti-glare properties and wide-angle viewing, perfect for crowded cockpits where everyone needs a clear sightline. Dual-frequency 10 Hz GPS, GLONASS, and Galileo receivers deliver rock-solid positioning, smoothing out your speed and course-over-ground readings even in choppy conditions.
- Crisp 1024 x 600 resolution tackles cluttered screens with ease, highlighting wrecks, buoys, and hazards instantly.
- Nearly double the processing muscle means lag-free zooming and multitasking, whether overlaying radar returns or sonar sweeps.
- IPX7 water rating laughs off splashes, rain, or the occasional wave—built to thrive in real marine environments.
Boaters rave about how this responsive interface feels intuitive from the first touch, reducing errors during critical moments like docking or fishing hot spots.
Build a Connected Helm That Grows with You
This plotter is the hub of a modern marine ecosystem. NMEA 2000 and 0183 ports link engines via J1939 for fuel flow, RPM, and trim data at a glance. Garmin Marine Network expands to multiple screens, while OneHelm integrates third-party gear like digital switches for effortless control.
Wi-Fi hooks into the ActiveCaptain app for wireless updates, community-shared intel, and smart notifications—manage your boat from the dock or drop a pin for that legendary fishing spot. ANT+ plays nice with quatix watches and wireless remotes, freeing your hands for the wheel.
- Add Panoptix or LiveScope sonar (via black box) for front-facing obstacle detection up to 8 knots—game-changer for shallows.
- Compatible with radar, AIS, DSC VHF, and Fusion audio for a full situational awareness suite.
- Sailing enthusiasts get laylines, race timers, wind angles, and drift corrections overlaid right on the chart.
Pro tip: Start with NMEA 2000 backbone for plug-and-play expansion; it's future-proofed for autopilots and cameras too.
Tailored Tools for Sailors and Anglers
For racers, SailAssist delivers true wind fields, enhanced wind roses, and start-line guidance to shave seconds off your finish. Inland anglers benefit from LakeVü g3's 3D lake views and SmartMode presets that flip to fish-finder layouts instantly.
Real-world users note how integrating a gWind transducer unlocks set/drift analysis, turning variable winds into predictable advantages. Whether chasing stripers in the Chesapeake or bass in the Great Lakes, this plotter's versatility shines.
Everything You Need to Get Started
- GPSMAP 743 chartplotter unit
- Preinstalled microSD card with charts
- Power/data cable
- NMEA 2000 drop cable and T-connector
- Bail, flush, and flat mount kits
- Protective cover and trim snaps
- Full documentation
Compact at 2.8 lbs and 7.6" x 5.5" x 2.9", installation is a breeze—bail mount for quick setups or flush for sleek integration.
Technical Specs at a Glance
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Display Resolution | 1024 x 600 pixels (WSVGA) |
| Physical Dimensions | 7.6" x 5.5" x 2.9" (19.2 x 14.0 x 7.4 cm) |
| Weight | 2.8 lbs (1.3 kg) |
| Water Rating | IPX7 |
| Preloaded Maps | BlueChart g3 (coastal) + LakeVü g3 (inland) |
| Network Ports | NMEA 2000, NMEA 0183, Garmin Marine Network |
| Waypoints / Routes | 5,000 / 100 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What regions do the preloaded charts cover?
The GPSMAP 743 comes preloaded with BlueChart g3 coastal charts for the US, Canada, and Bahamas, plus LakeVü g3 detailed maps for inland lakes and rivers across these areas.
Is this chartplotter suitable for saltwater and freshwater boating?
Absolutely—its IPX7 waterproofing and dual chart sets make it ideal for both coastal saltwater adventures and precise inland freshwater navigation.
Can I add sonar to the GPSMAP 743?
Yes, connect external black box sonar modules like GCV or GSD for CHIRP, ClearVü, and SideVü scanning, perfect for fishfinding and bottom mapping.
Does it support sailing-specific features?
It includes Garmin SailAssist with laylines, race start guidance, wind data overlays, set and drift, and more when paired with a compatible wind transducer.
How does it connect to my engine data?
Through J1939 protocol and NMEA 2000, it displays engine stats like RPM, fuel, and trim seamlessly, plus OneHelm for third-party integration.
What's the power draw like for battery-powered boats?
Typical 1.1A at 12Vdc (17.6W max at 10V), efficient enough for most setups without draining batteries on day trips.
Can I control it with a smartwatch or app?
Yes—Wi-Fi for ActiveCaptain app notifications and updates, ANT+ for quatix watches and wireless remotes.
GPSMAP 743 Chartplotter - Preloaded US+Canada+Bahamas BlueChart g3 - LakeV g3
Get a sharper view from your connected helm with the GPSMAP 743 chartplotter. Its higher-resolution display has 60% more pixels than previous-generation touchscreens. The ultrasleek design and nearly double the processing power of previous-generation GPSMAP devices offer seamless integration into your Garmin marine system. Preloaded BlueChart g3 coastal charts and LakeV g3 inland maps give you the best of Garmin and Navionics data with built-in Auto Guidance1 technology for confidence in helping you get where you need to go. Easily build your marine system from compatible sonar and autopilots to compatible radar, cameras and multimedia using HTML 5.0, NMEA 2000 and NMEA 0183 network connectivity, J1939 for engines and the Garmin Marine Network. Add Panoptix FrontV forward-looking sonar2 (sold separately) for help in avoiding underwater obstructions ahead. Or pair your plotter with your other compatible Garmin devices, such as quatix marine smartwatches, wind transducers, wireless remote controls and more.
Features:
- Higher-resolution touchscreen displays offer improved sunlight readability and visibility from any angle, with 60% more pixels than previous-generation units
- Fast and responsive, with nearly twice the processing power of previous-generation GPSMAP devices, this system references 10 Hz GNSS (GPS, GLONASS and Galileo) for accurate positioning and smooth speed as well as COG data
- Slimline display borders, edge-to-edge glass and reduced unit footprint make for easy retrofit in a wider range of dash configurations
- Preloaded mapping includes LakeV g3 and BlueChart g3 with the best of Garmin and Navionics data plus built-in Auto Guidance1 technology for confidence in helping you get where you need to go
- Built-in Garmin SailAssist features, including laylines, race features, set and drift, wind data and more3
- J1939 engine connectivity for easy integration with engines and our exclusive OneHelm feature for connecting to compatible third-party devices, such as EmpirBus digital switching
- Easily build your marine system from compatible sonar and autopilots to compatible radar, cameras and multimedia using NMEA 2000 and NMEA 0183 network connectivity and the Garmin Marine Network
- Use built-in Wi-Fi networking to pair with the free ActiveCaptain app4 for access to OneChart, smart notifications, software updates and more
- Integrated ANT technology support for use with your compatible quatix marine smartwatches, gWind Wireless 2 transducer, GNX Wind marine instrument and wireless remote controls
1 Auto Guidance is for planning purposes only and does not replace safe navigation operations
2 The ability to effectively avoid forward collisions with FrontV sonar decreases as speed rises above 8 knots
3 Requires compatible wind transducer (sold separately)
4 Requires app on your compatible smartphone; see Garmin.com/ble
Wi-Fi is a registered trademark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
Garmin GPSMAP 743 Chartplotter with BlueChart® g3 coastal charts and LakeVü g3
Model: 010-02365-01- Easily integrate with more engines.
- Connect to compatible third-party devices with OneHelm™ digital switching.
- Easily build your marine system using the best of network connectivity.
- Navigate any waters with preloaded mapping and coastal charts.
- Take the guesswork out of sailing with clear laylines and more — right on the screen.
- Manage your marine experience from nearly anywhere1.
With 60% more display pixels and nearly double the processing power of previous-generation 7" GPSMAP devices, this crisp high-resolution chartplotter integrates seamlessly into your Garmin marine system.
With its added processing power and new slimline design featuring edge-to-edge glass and a smaller unit footprint, it’s easy to retrofit this 7" plotter in a wider range of dash configurations.
New higher-resolution 7" displays offer improved sunlight readability with 60% more pixels than previous-generation 7" GPSMAP devices.
Experience unparalleled coverage and detail with preloaded BlueChart® g3 coastal charts and LakeVü g3 inland maps featuring integrated Garmin and Navionics® content and Auto Guidance2 technology.
Upgrade to our reliable premium charts3, which add even more unparalleled features, such as high-resolution relief shading, to help you on each trip.
View laylines, race start line guidance, enhanced wind rose, heading and course-over-ground lines, true wind data fields and tide/current/time slider, wind angle, set and drift, wind speed and more4.
Specifications| General | |
| PHYSICAL DIMENSIONS | 7.6" x 5.5" x 2.9" (19.2 x 14.0 x 7.4 cm) |
| DISPLAY SIZE | 6.1" x 3.5"; 7.0" diagonal (15.4 x 9.1 cm; 17.8 cm diagonal) |
| DISPLAY RESOLUTION | 1024 x 600 pixels |
| DISPLAY TYPE | WSVGA display |
| WEIGHT | 2.8 lbs (1.3 kg) |
| WATER RATING | IPX7 |
| POLARIZED SUPPORT | Yes |
| POWER CONSUMPTION | Max power usage at 10 Vdc: 17.6 W Typical current draw at 12 Vdc: 1.1 A Max current draw at 12 Vdc: 1.5 A |
| ANTENNA | Internal or external over NMEA 2000 |
| MOUNTING OPTIONS | Bail, flush or flat |
| RECEIVER | 10 Hz high-sensitivity |
| GARMIN MARINE NETWORK™ PORTS | 1 |
| Maps & Memory | |
| PRELOADED MAPS | BlueChart® g3 (coastal maps) and LakeVü g3 (inland maps) |
| ACCEPTS DATA CARDS | 2 microSD™ cards (back of unit) |
| WAYPOINTS | 5,000 |
| TRACK LOG | 50,000 points; 50 saved tracks |
| ROUTES | 100 |
| Outdoor Recreation | |
| TIDE TABLES | Yes |
| Chartplotter Features | |
| GARMIN RADAR COMPATIBLE | Yes |
| GARMIN SONAR COMPATIBLE | Yes (with external black box, sold separately) |
| GARMIN SMARTMODE COMPATIBLE (CUSTOMIZABLE MONITOR PRESETS) | Yes |
| SUPPORTS AIS (TRACKS TARGET SHIPS POSITION) | Yes |
| SUPPORTS DSC (DISPLAYS POSITION DATA FROM DSC-CAPABLE VHF RADIO) | Yes |
| SUPPORTS FUSION-LINK™ COMPATIBLE RADIOS | Yes |
| GSD™ BLACK BOX SONAR SUPPORT | Yes |
| GCV™ BLACK BOX SONAR SUPPORT | Yes |
| ACTIVECAPTAIN COMPATIBLE | Yes |
| GRID™ (GARMIN REMOTE INPUT DEVICE) COMPATIBLE | Yes |
| WIRELESS REMOTE COMPATIBLE | Yes |
| SAILING FEATURES | Yes |
| Sonar Features & Specifications | |
| CHIRP SONAR TECHNOLOGY | Yes (with external black box, sold separately) |
| CLEARVü | Yes (with external black box, sold separately) |
| SIDEVü | Yes (with external black box, sold separately) |
| Connections | |
| NMEA 2000® COMPATIBLE | Yes |
| NMEA 0183 INPUT PORTS | 1 (Differential) |
| NMEA 0183 OUTPUT PORTS | 1 (Differential) |
| VIDEO INPUT PORTS | 1 BNC |
| WIRELESS CONNECTIVITY | Yes |
| J1939 COMPATIBLE | Yes |
What's in the Box:
- GPSMAP 743 chartplotter
- microSD™ card preinstalled
- Power cable
- NMEA 2000® T-connector
- NMEA 2000 drop cable (2 meters)
- Bail mount kit with knobs
- Flush mount kit with gasket
- Protective cover
- Trim piece snap covers
- Documentation
Garmin GPSMAP 743 chartplotter with BlueChart g3 coastal chart and LakeVug3 model: 010-02365-01 can manage your marine experience almost anywhere1. This clear, high-resolution chartplotter increases the display pixels by 60%, and has almost twice the processing power of the previous 7-inch GPSMAP device. It can be seamlessly integrated into your Garmin navigation system. The glass and smaller equipment take up space, making it easy to retrofit this 7-inch plotter in a variety of dashboard configurations. The new high-resolution 7-inch display provides greater daylight readability, and its pixels are 60% higher than the previous generation 7-inch GPSMAP device. The pre-loaded BlueChart g3 coastal chart and the LakeVug3 inland map combined with Garmin and Navionics content and Auto Guidance2 technology can enjoy unparalleled coverage and detail. Upgrade to our reliable Advanced Chart 3, which adds more unparalleled features, such as high-resolution embossed shading, to help you with every trip. View alignment, race starting line guidance, enhanced wind direction rise, heading and ground route, real wind data fields and tide/current/time sliders, wind direction angle, setting and drift, wind speed, etc.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) About Garmin GPSMAP 743 Chartplotter - Preloaded US+Canada+Bahamas BlueChart g3 - LakeVu g3
Who is the Garmin?What is the resolution of the product?
What is the weight of the product?
Who is the Garmin?
What is the resolution of the product?
- Navigate the high seas with confidence. The GPSMAP® 743 chartplotter is preloaded with detailed maps of the US, Canada and Bahamas.
- Get more out of your connected helm with a higher-resolution 7” display that has 60% more pixels than previous models.
- Explore the lakes and waterways of North America with LakeVü g3 map data that provides coverage for over 100,000 lakes and waterways.
- 7” high-resolution touchscreen display
- 60% more pixels for sharper view
- Preloaded with US+Canada+Bahamas BlueChart® g3 and LakeVü g3
- Get a sharper view with the higher-resolution 7” display that has 60% more pixels.
- Find your way with preloaded US, Canada and Bahamas BlueChart g3 maps.
- Safely enter new waters with LakeVü g3 maps.
What is the weight of the product?
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Garmin GPSMAP 743 Chartplotter - Preloaded US+Canada+Bahamas BlueChart g3 - LakeVu g3 Technical Specifications
| Type: | |
|---|---|
| Vendor: |
Garmin |
| Weight: |
5.9 lb |
| Touchscreen: |
Yes |
| Screen Size: |
7" |
| Internal/External Antenna: |
Internal |
| Cartography Brand: |
Garmin |
| Categories v2: |
Marine Navigation & Instruments | GPS - Chartplotters |
| Category v1: |
GPS FIXED MOUNT |
| UPC: |
753759250447 |
| Product Manual: | |
| Product Brochure: | |
| Product Installation: |
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Garmin GPSMAP 743 Chartplotter - Preloaded US+Canada+Bahamas BlueChart g3 - LakeVu g3 Shipping & Return
| Shipping Weight: |
5.9 lb |
|---|---|
| Box Sizes: |
8.00 (h) x 12.00 (w) x 9.00 (l) |
| Cubic Feet: |
864.0 |
| Returnable: |
Yes |
| USPS First Class: |
Yes |
| Oversize Item: |
Yes |
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