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Our Most Responsive Autopilot System on the Water
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Solid-state 9-axis Attitude Heading Reference System (AHRS)
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Minimizes heading error, course deviation, rudder movement, and power consumption while providing a comfortable ride
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Minimal commissioning and calibration required
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Requires a compatible Garmin chartplotter
Bring our Reactor 40 steer-by-wire technology to vessels with Volvo Penta Inboard Performance Systems (IPS) and stern drive joystick systems. Designed for both powerboats and sailboats, the Reactor 40 autopilot delivers advanced marine technology once reserved for commercial vessels. It’s the most responsive autopilot system Garmin has ever offered.
Reactor 40 autopilots are versatile, with features for both powerboats and sailboats, including heading hold, wind hold, tack/jibe, step turns, and more¹.
Solid-State 9-Axis AHRS
With its advanced solid-state 9-axis AHRS, Reactor 40 can be mounted almost anywhere, in any orientation. This system significantly reduces heading error, course deviation, rudder movement, and power consumption, ensuring a smoother and more comfortable ride.
Reacts to Conditions
Reactor 40 responds dynamically to sea conditions. Even in heavy pitching and rolling, it maintains your desired course, giving you confidence at the helm.
Minimal Commissioning and Calibration
Every autopilot requires setup, but Reactor 40 makes commissioning and calibration fast and easy. You’ll be ready to get on the water sooner — that’s the power of simple.
Full Integration with Garmin Chartplotters
When paired with a compatible Garmin networked chartplotter, Reactor 40 offers full system control from anywhere on board. It can hold course in nearly all weather and sea conditions and execute preprogrammed trolling and search patterns. With BlueChart g2 Vision charts (sold separately), you also unlock advanced features such as Auto Guidance², which automatically steers GPS paths.
