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Garmin STRIKER Plus 5cv

Product Codes: GARS5CV, GARS5CVT

The Garmin STRIKER Plus 5cv is a Fishfinder, features GPS technology and Quickdraw Contours. Quickdraw Contours allows you to automatically store water depths (when used with a transducer). The screen size is 5-inch with keypad control.

The Striker is available with or without With GT20-TM transducer. The Sonar will allow you to view beneath your boat for fish (ClearVu).

Using the GPS technology you can mark waypoints and navigate back to them. You will also be able to view your boats speed.

The 2 in 1 transducers provides traditional CHIRP sonar and ClearVu.

The Garmin STRIKER Plus 5cv has been discontinued.

The replacement model is the Garmin STRIKER Vivid 5cv.

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The Garmin STRIKER Plus 5cv is a fishfinder with GPS technology and CHIRP Sonar. The screen on the STRIKER Plus 5cv is 5-inch colour display.

Automatically record water depth to the Garmin Striker device to create your own on the water charts with Quickdraw Contours.

With the in-built GPS technology you can mark hotspots such as good fishing locations, docks or ramps. You can then easily navigate back to these stored locations. If you have a echoMAP charplotter too you can share waypoints and routes between your STRIKER and a Garmin echoMAP system. You are also able to view the speed of your boat or yacht on the display. Please note: Although the Garmin STRIKER has GPS technology it is not a Chartplotter.

With the STRIKER Plus 5cv you will get CHIRP Traditional Sonar, Sonar History Rewind, Waypoint Map, Boat Speed Display and Built-in Flasher.

Garmin ClearVu Scanning are included with the Garmin STRIKER. CHIRP ClearVu enables you to view below your boat. The CHIRP technology is an advanced technology that provides an ultra-clear image showing the views beneath your boat or yacht.

The STRIKER Plus 5cv includes the Garmin GT20-TM transducer (if you select the option with the transducer at the add to basket section above) with mid and high CHIRP. The ClearVu provides 260/455/800 kHz and traditional sonar supported is 50/77/200 kHz. The GT20 transducer must be mounted. The Garmin GT20 transducer has a transom mount for use on a boat whereby the boat should be an outboard powered vessel. This transducer includes down vision and side scan.

If you would like to purchase a Garmin STRIKER with a bigger screen size then there is a 7-inch (STRIKER Plus 7sv or STRIKER Plus 7cv) and 9-inch (STRIKER Plus 9sv) models available too.

Smooth scaling software technology for depth range adjustments is also provided with the Garmin STRIKER Plus 5cv.

Garmin STRIKER Plus 5cv Features

‣5-inch WVGA colour screen Fishfinder
‣Garmin GT20-TM transducer included (if you buy the option with transducer)
‣Keypad control
‣Waterproof to IPX7 standards
‣GPS speed
‣Sonar features ClearVu for views below the boat
‣Maximum depth for Sonar use: 2,300 ft at 77kHz (freshwater) and 1,100 ft at 77kHz (saltwater)
‣Mark waypoints and go back to them (ie. save favourite fishing spots)
‣2 year manufacturers guarantee

Installation

The Garmin STRIKER Plus 5cv includes a tilt mount for mounting on your boat or yacht. The Garmin GT20-TM Transducer included is for use on a boat whereby the boat should be an outboard powered vessel. You will be able to see the view of the water below your boat/yacht as Garmin ClearVu features.

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

‣STRIKER Plus 5cv fishfinder
‣Power/data cable
‣Tilt/swivel mount
‣Hardware
‣Garmin bumper sticker
‣Documentation

‣STRIKER Plus 5cv fishfinder
‣GT20-TM transducer
‣Power/data cable
‣Tilt/swivel mount
‣Hardware
‣Garmin bumper sticker
‣Documentation

Garmin STRIKER Plus 5cv Accessories

Looking for Garmin STRIKER 5sv accessories? Accessories available to purchase include protective cover, tilt and swivel mount and flush mount kit. If you'd like to add a transducer to your STRIKER 7sv please see Garmin transducer page.

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Garmin STRIKER Plus 5cv Technical Specification

‣Technology: Fishfinder, Transducer, GPS
‣Display: 5-inch WVGA display (800 x 480 pixels)
‣Water temperature log and graph: Yes
‣Waypoints/favourites/locations: Yes
‣Garmin sonar compatible: Yes
‣DownVu and SideVu: No
‣ClearVu: Yes
‣AutoGain technology (minimise clutter, maximise targets): Yes
‣A-scope (real time display of fish passing through transducer beam): Yes
‣Water temperature sensor included: Yes
‣Waterproof: Yes, IPX7
‣Dimensions: Width - 188mm, Height - 116mm, Depth - 54mm
‣Weight: 500 g
‣Guarantee: 2-year
‣Garmin STRIKER Plus 5cv manual

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This is a sophisticated electronic device. It is important to read, understand, and follow the instructions provided in the user manual (usually available via the 'manual' link above). To ensure optimal performance, you will need internet access and should regularly download and install firmware and software updates as recommended by the manufacturer. Like all GPS devices, it requires a clear view of the sky to connect with satellites, so be aware that certain vehicle glass or enclosures may block or reduce GPS signal reception.

Updates for this device are delivered via the internet. This page provides information on compatibility with current devices such as PCs, laptops, Macs, and smartphones. Under the Consumer Contract Regulations, you have 14 days from receipt of purchase to verify compatibility with your internet-connected device. Please note that if you later replace or upgrade your PC, Mac, or smartphone, neither ActiveGPS nor the manufacturer can guarantee compatibility with the new operating system.

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Page updated: 2nd January 2026