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Whether you're looking to enjoy a day out boating or you're after the one that got away, the Garmin GPSMAP 551 offers the brightest, sharpest graphics seen on a 5-inch screen.

Garmin GPSMAP 551 is preloaded with Garmin BlueChart 2011 g2 UK and Ireland mapping. On the water for easy marine navigation with no compromise - optional BlueChart 2011 g2 Vision cartography provides comprehensive marine charting and 3D views above and below the waterline.

Please note that this item weighs in excess of 2Kg and may attract a higher delivery charge. Royal Mail 1.00pm, 9am and Saturday delivery are not available with this product. At our option we may use a courier and delivery could take two days. If you require delivery outside of the United Kingdom please e-mail before placing your order.

Garmin GPSMAP 551 is a compact chartplotter that features an ultra-bright 5-inch QVGA colour display along with an improved high-speed digital design for increased map drawing and panning speeds. It’s ready to go with an easy-to-use interface and a built-in, satellite-enhanced basemap preloaded with Garmin BlueChart 2011 g2 UK and Ireland marine charts. Garmin GPSMAP 551 also accepts BlueChart 2011 g2 Vision cards for added features and functionality such as high-resolution satellite imagery, Mariner’s and Fish Eye views and Auto Guidance technology.

Explore the Seas

Garmin GPSMAP 551 comes ready to go with preloaded marine charts for the UK and Ireland. For all other areas, the GPSMAP 551 has a worldwide basemap with satellite images in place of more traditional maps. The Garmin GPSMAP 551 also comes standard with a high-sensitivity GPS receiver for superior satellite tracking and quicker acquisition times. And with an SD card slot, it’s easy to add additional maps without connecting to a computer.

Add Extras with BlueChart 2011 g2 Vision

With the optional BlueChart 2011 g2 Vision SD card, you can add a whole new dimension of exceptional features to your chartplotter.

3D mariner's eye view or fish eye view provides you with a 3-dimensional perspective of chart information, both above the waterline and below it.

High-resolution satellite images and aerial photographs help you orient yourself in unfamiliar areas.

Auto Guidance technology searches through all relevant charts to create a route you can actually follow - one that avoids obstacles, shallow water, buoys and other obstructions.

Garmin GPSMAP 551 Features

5-inch bright colour QVGA display
Preloaded worldwide satellite imagery basemap
Preloaded Garmin BlueChart 2011 g2 UK and Ireland
Built-in GPS Antenna
Supports AIS and DSC
NMEA 2000 compliant
Waterproof to IPX7
SD card slot allows upgrade to BlueChart 2011 g2 Vision cartography
1 Year manufacturers guarantee.

Garmin GPSMAP 551 Map Coverage

Garmin GPSMAP 551 is preloaded with Garmin BlueChart g2 UK and Ireland mapping (pictured right). For full colour aerial photos of ports, marinas, bridges, etc, true 3D-view "mariners eye" above-waterline imagery and "fish eye" 3D-view below-waterline imagery you will need to purchase BlueChart g2 Vision maps on microSD/SD card. If you require these maps, simply scroll down this webpage or telephone 0845 226 2738 (Mon-Fri 9am-5pm) to check availablilty and to place an order.

What's in the box? (when purchased from ActiveGPS.co.uk)

Garmin GPSMAP 551
Preloaded Garmin BlueChart 2011 g2 UK and Ireland
Tilt/swivel Mount
Protective Front Cover
Power/Data Cable
Owner's Manual

Garmin BlueChart Maps

Garmin BlueChart 2011 g2 Vision UK and Ireland microSD,SD card - Garmin BlueChart 2011 g2 Vision UK and Ireland microSD,SD card. Get a fresh perspective when you take to the water with BlueChart 2011 g2 Vision With BlueChart 2011 g2 Vision data, you’ll get detailed marine cartography that provides convenient viewing of nautical content and other premium features.

Garmin BlueChart 2011 g2 Vision English Channel microSD,SD card - Garmin BlueChart 2011 g2 Vision English Channel microSD,SD card. Get a fresh perspective when you take to the water with BlueChart 2011 g2 Vision With BlueChart 2011 g2 Vision data, you’ll get detailed marine cartography that provides convenient viewing of nautical content and other premium features.

Garmin BlueChart 2011 g2 Vision The Solent and Channel Islands microSD,SD card - Garmin BlueChart 2011 g2 Vision The Solent and Channel Islands microSD,SD card. Get a fresh perspective when you take to the water with BlueChart 2011 g2 Vision With BlueChart 2011 g2 Vision data, you’ll get detailed marine cartography that provides convenient viewing of nautical content and other premium features.

Garmin GPSMAP 551 Technical Specification

Technology: GPS
Display: 5-inch QVGA display (234 x 320 pixels)
Battery: None
Waypoints/favourites/locations: 3,000
Routes: 100
Track Log: 10,000 points, 50 saved tracks
Basemap: Worldwide
NMEA input/output: NMEA 0183 compatible and NMEA 2000 certified
Built-in memory: None (cannot load maps to internal memory)
SD card slot: Yes
Garmin radar compatible: No
Garmin sonar compatible: No
Waterproof: Yes, IPX7
Dimensions: Width - 150mm, Height - 163mm, Depth - 74mm
Weight: 0.8kg
Guarantee: 1-year
Garmin GPSMAP 551 manual

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