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Maximize your mission readiness with the Garmin tactix 8 (47mm AMOLED). Engineered for those who demand precision and durability, this tactical GPS smartwatch combines a stunning AMOLED display with specialized mission-ready features and integrated Applied Ballistics® Ultralight software.

 

Tactical Excellence Meets AMOLED Clarity

The Garmin tactix 8 – 47mm features a brilliant, high-resolution AMOLED display that remains visible in all lighting conditions. Built to MIL-STD-810 military standards, it features a rugged yet sophisticated design with a sapphire crystal lens and a titanium bezel, ensuring it can withstand the harshest South African environments—from the bushveld to the boardroom.

 

Advanced Mission-Ready Features

  • Applied Ballistics® Ultralight: Get precise long-range shooting solutions with the integrated Applied Ballistics® software.

  • Stealth Mode & Kill Switch: Maintain operational security by stopping GPS data sharing and wiping user memory in seconds if compromised.

  • Night Vision Compatibility: Seamlessly switch between daytime and nighttime views with a screen that can be read by night vision goggles.

  • Jumpmaster Mode: Calculate high-altitude release points according to military guidelines.

 

Built for the South African Explorer

Whether you are hiking the Drakensberg or navigating remote coastal trails, the tactix 8 offers multi-band GNSS with SatIQ™ technology, ensuring superior positioning accuracy while optimizing battery life.

 

Satellite Communication Ready: Pair your tactix 8 with your inReach® satellite communicator (sold separately) to receive messages, trigger an SOS, and get weather updates directly on your wrist, even when you are far beyond mobile signal range in the Kalahari or Karoo.

 

Key Specifications & Technical Info

  • Display: 1.3” (33.02 mm) AMOLED (416 x 416 pixels)

  • Lens Material: Sapphire Crystal

  • Bezel Material: Titanium

  • Battery Life: * Smartwatch: Up to 16 days (6 days always-on)

    • GPS Only: Up to 42 hours (30 hours always-on)

  • Water Rating: 10 ATM (100 meters)

  • Tactical Features: Dual-grid coordinates, Projected Waypoints, Stealth Mode, Kill Switch, Jumpmaster.

  • Aviation Features: Worldwide airport database, NEXRAD Weather, Direct-to-Navigation.

 

What’s in the Box?

  • Garmin tactix 8 – 47 mm, AMOLED with Black Silicone Band

  • USB-C Charging/Data Cable

  • Documentation

Garmin tactix 8 – 47mm AMOLED | Premium Tactical GPS Smartwatch

SKU: 010-03405-02
R34,499.00Price
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