Garmin GMR Fantom 24x Dome Radar – White

Description

Improve close-in and mid-range target awareness without adding an open-array antenna to the roofline with the Garmin GMR Fantom 24x White Dome Radar. Its 50W solid-state pulse-compression design, 3.7° horizontal beamwidth, and rotation speed up to 60 RPM give boaters a compact radar option for night departures, coastal passages, and changing-weather runs. Looking for Doppler-assisted radar in a 24-inch radome? The Fantom 24x uses MotionScope technology and Garmin network integration to deliver radar information to a compatible Garmin chartplotter.

Key Specifications

• Garmin GMR Fantom 24x White Dome Radar, part number 010-02585-00.
• 24-inch solid-state pulse-compression Doppler radome.
• 50W transmit power with up to 48 NM instrumented range and approximately 20-foot minimum range.
• 3.7° horizontal beamwidth and 25° vertical beamwidth.
• Rotation speeds up to 60 RPM, depending on the selected range and operating mode.
• Supports MotionScope Doppler, MARPA, Bird Mode, and compatible echo-trail functions.
• Connects through Garmin Marine Network or compatible Garmin BlueNet configurations.
• 10V–32V DC input, IPX7 water rating, and approximately 17.4 lb (7.9 kg) weight.

Integration

The Fantom 24x requires a compatible Garmin chartplotter or MFD for radar display and control. Garmin Marine Network or compatible Garmin BlueNet carries radar video, while NMEA 2000 can supply compatible GPS, heading, AIS, autopilot, and sensor information.

MotionScope can help highlight moving returns, while MARPA and radar overlay require compatible heading and position data. The 48 NM figure is an instrumented range rather than a guaranteed detection distance; real-world results vary with mounting height, target size, rain, sea state, clutter, settings, and installation quality.

Installation Notes

Mount the radome on a rigid, level surface with clear scanner rotation and suitable elevation above the waterline. Keep it clear of crew areas, antennas, masts, rigging, lights, exhaust, and structures that can block radar energy or create shadow sectors. Use correctly sized power wiring, approved circuit protection, and protected Garmin network cable routing.

Follow Garmin requirements for mounting torque, personnel safe distance, compass-safe distance, grounding, and bearing alignment. Radar is a navigation aid and does not replace a proper lookout, safe speed, current charts, or compliance with navigation rules.

Before Ordering

Confirm compatible Garmin MFD support, network availability, 10V–32V DC power capacity, cable routing, mounting clearance, platform strength, and heading/GPS sources for MARPA or radar overlay before ordering. Garmin lists the 24x with a 3.7° horizontal beam, 48 NM maximum range, IPX7 rating, and up to 60 RPM rotation. [768][771]