Garmin GMR 424 xHD2 Open Array Radar and Pedestal

Stay safe, fish smarter, and navigate confidently with the Garmin GMR 424 xHD2 Open Array Radar and Pedestal for sale. This powerful 4kW open-array radar delivers high-resolution imagery, exceptional target separation, and intuitive operation — perfect for serious offshore cruisers, anglers, and mariners navigating under 40’ vessels.

With a maximum range of 72 nautical miles, the GMR 424 xHD2 helps you detect distant storms, coastlines, ships, and flocks of birds — even in fog, darkness, or rough conditions. Its 1.8° horizontal beamwidth ensures ultra-clear imaging, while features like Dual Range, Pulse Expansion, and Auto Bird Gain elevate both safety and situational awareness on the water.

Whether you’re navigating at night or locating baitfish, this radar brings the detail, power, and performance you need in a compact, easy-to-install system.

What’s Included

• GMR 424 xHD2 Radar Antenna (48” open-array)

• Radar pedestal

• Mounting hardware kit and installation template

• 15 m (49.21 ft) power cable

• 15 m (49.21 ft) network cable

• Cable grommet

• Documentation

Key Features

🔋 High-Powered Performance

• 4kW transmit power for outstanding range and clear echo definition.

• Detect targets up to 72 nautical miles away — ideal for offshore cruising and fishing.

🎯 High-Resolution Imaging

• 1.8° horizontal beamwidth for excellent target separation and image clarity.

• 8-bit true color radar presentation enhances image detail and contrast.

🧠 Intuitive, User-Friendly Operation

• Plug-and-play setup — no complicated settings to manage.

• Compatible with Garmin chartplotters for full integration.

🌊 Advanced Radar Technologies

• Pulse Expansion: Increases energy on targets to show larger echoes on the chartplotter.

• Dual Range: View close and long-range targets on split screens from a single antenna.

• Dynamic Auto Gain & Sea Filter: Automatically adjusts for harbor, nearshore, and offshore conditions.

• Auto Bird Gain: Locate seabird activity to find schools of baitfish.

• Echo Trails: Track moving targets over time to assess motion and avoid collisions.

• Radar Overlay: Project radar data directly onto your navigation chart (requires heading sensor).

• MARPA Tracking: Monitor up to 10 moving targets for improved situational awareness.

• Guard Zone Alerts: Receive alarms when objects enter a preset safety perimeter.

• Dual Radar Support: Allows separate radar input sources for redundancy and flexibility.

• VRM/EBL Tools: Instantly measure bearing and distance to points or vessels.

🔇 Quiet and Efficient

• Whisper-quiet operation — great for fishing or early morning departures.

🛰️ Custom Antenna Parking

• Set the resting position of the array to avoid obstructions when docked or trailering.

Garmin GMR 424 xHD2 Specifications

General

• Antenna Length: 48” (121.92 cm)

• Array Dimensions: 52.25” x 5” x 6.75” (132.7 x 12.7 x 17.1 cm)

• Pedestal Dimensions: 20.5” x 12.75” x 12.5” (52 x 32.4 x 31.8 cm)

• Array Weight: 12.2 lb (5.5 kg)

• Pedestal Weight: 47.1 lb (21.4 kg)

• Waterproof Rating: IPX6

• Max Wind Load: 80 knots

• Rotation Speeds: 24 and 48 RPM

• Beam Width: 1.8° horizontal, 23° vertical

• Range:

  • Maximum: 72 nautical miles

  • Minimum: 20 meters

Electrical

• Power Input: 10–32 V DC

• Transmit Power: 4 kW

Radar Features

• Dual Range: ✔

• Radar Overlay: ✔

• Dual Radar Support: ✔

• Auto Bird Gain: ✔

• Auto Gain: Dynamic

• MARPA Tracking: ✔ (up to 10 targets)

• Echo Trails: ✔

• Programmable Antenna Parking: ✔

• Target Size Expansion: ✔ (Pulse Expansion)

• VRM and EBL: ✔

• Guard Zone Alerts: ✔

Benefits

• Outstanding Detection Range – Track distant weather, boats, and birds up to 72 nm away.

• Effortless Operation – Intuitive controls make radar setup and use a breeze.

• Superior Clarity – Narrow beamwidth and 8-bit color give you pinpoint radar imaging.

• Enhanced Fishing Awareness – Use bird targeting to identify bait zones quickly.

• Safety First – Echo trails, MARPA, guard zones, and overlays keep you aware of all nearby threats.

• Ideal for Boats Under 40’ – Perfect for sportfishers and smaller yachts seeking big radar performance.

• Plug-and-Play Installation – Includes all required hardware and cables for seamless setup.

FAQs

Q: What kind of boats is the Garmin GMR 424 xHD2 best suited for?
A: It’s perfect for offshore fishing boats and yachts under 40’ that need long-range radar performance and easy operation.

Q: What’s the range of the radar?
A: It offers a maximum range of 72 nautical miles and a minimum of 20 meters, suitable for nearshore and long-range applications.

Q: Does this radar require a heading sensor?
A: A heading sensor is only required for radar overlay and MARPA functionality.

Q: Can I see both near and far targets at the same time?
A: Yes, the Dual Range feature lets you monitor close and distant targets simultaneously on a split screen.

Q: Is the radar noisy during operation?
A: No. It operates quietly, making it ideal for fishing and cruising in low-noise environments.

Q: Is this radar compatible with Garmin chartplotters?
A: Yes, it integrates seamlessly with Garmin GPSMAP® and other compatible Garmin MFDs.