Garmin Tactix 8 Solar Smart Watch - 51mm, Applied Ballistics Ultralight Solver

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Description

Introducing the Garmin Tactix 8 Solar Smart Watch - 51mm, Applied Ballistics Ultralight Solver. A high-end, feature-rich device designed for the most demanding users, including military personnel, outdoor enthusiasts, and athletes. Built to endure, this rugged smartwatch features a bright 1.4-inch AMOLED display, a durable titanium bezel, and a scratch-resistant Power Sapphire lens. It has been rigorously tested to U.S. military standards for thermal, shock, and water resistance, guaranteeing its reliability in the most extreme conditions. The watch is equipped with a comprehensive suite of tactical features, including a jumpmaster activity, waypoint projection, dual-position GPS format, stealth mode, a kill switch, compatibility with night vision goggles, and a dedicated rucking activity profile. Its design and functionality are specifically tailored to meet the needs of users who require enhanced situational awareness and rugged performance.

The Tactix 8 Solar excels in navigation and positioning, utilising multi-band GPS with SatIQ technology for superior accuracy, along with built-in sensors such as a 3-axis compass, gyroscope, and barometric altimeter. The preloaded Applied Ballistics solver gives access to aiming solutions for long-range shooting, enhancing the capabilities of users in tactical or shooting-related fields. The 40-meter dive rating supports recreational diving, including scuba and apnoea activities. A built-in multicolour LED flashlight provides a bright, steady beam in green or white light, and the Night Vision Goggle (NVG) mode offers stealthy operation by dimming the display and disabling the white light. Stealth Mode stops storing and sharing GPS position and disables wireless connectivity to maintain operational secrecy.

The device integrates a range of performance and training features to help users reach their fitness goals. These include training readiness assessments, an Endurance Score, a Visual Race Predictor, PacePro technology, and the ClimbPro feature, providing detailed insights and guidance. Users can leverage Grade-Adjusted Pace, Training Status, and advanced Performance Metrics to track their progress. The Tactix 8 Solar offers Daily Suggested Workouts, Recovery Time data, wrist-based running dynamics, and Garmin Coach for tailored training plans. It also includes preloaded activity profiles for various sports, HIIT workouts, and animated workout guides.

In addition to its performance and tactical capabilities, the Tactix 8 Solar offers comprehensive health and wellness monitoring tools. It includes a Morning Report, HRV Status, wrist-based heart rate monitoring, a Pulse Ox sensor, Sleep Coach, Nap Detection, and a Jet Lag Adviser to optimize recovery and wellbeing. Users can track energy levels with Body Battery Energy Monitoring, assess stress levels, and use the Health Snapshot feature for health reporting. Other features include respiration and hydration tracking, and the ability to monitor altitude and heat acclimation. The watch also boasts connected features such as the Garmin Connect app, Garmin Messenger app, smart notifications, music storage, Garmin Pay contactless payments, and Garmin Share functionality. The integration of solar charging further extends the impressive battery life, offering up to 30 days of smartwatch use and up to 48 days with solar charging, ensuring reliable performance for extended periods.

Features

• Titanium bezel
• Power sapphire lens material
• Nylon and silicone strap
• Applied ballistics ultralight solver
• Fibre-reinforced polymer with titanium rear cover case
• Keep the operation rolling with solar charging
• Up to 48 days of battery life in smartwatch mode1
• Dedicated tactical features such as rucking activity and applied ballistics solver
• Bright, built-in multicolour led flashlight
• Reach new depths with a 40-metre dive rating
• Sport-specific strength workouts

   

Specifications

Package Contents

• 1x tactix 8 smartwatch 51mm, solar edition with tactical black nylon watch band
• 1x preloaded with applied ballistics ultralight solver
• 1x black silicone watch band
• 1x charging/data cable
• 1x documentation