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Garmin ECHOMAP UHD2 73cv 7" Chartplotter/Fishfinder, US Inland Maps

Brand:
Garmin
Part no:
010-02594-51

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Specifications

Screen size
7 in
Sonar built in
Yes
Transducer included
Yes
Wi-Fi
Yes

The Garmin ECHOMAP UHD2 73cv is a 7-inch chartplotter and fishfinder combo operated with keys. It runs Garmin CHIRP traditional sonar and ClearVu scanning sonar, with high-contrast color palettes to help separate targets from structure. Mapping is preloaded, with LakeVu g3 inland maps, BlueChart g3 coastal charts or a worldwide basemap. A GT20-TM transducer is in the box. Built-in Wi-Fi pairs with the ActiveCaptain app and shares sonar, waypoints and routes with another compatible ECHOMAP UHD2.

Our take

The keyed 7-inch display means you work the unit with buttons, which is a practical choice when your hands are wet or the boat is moving. The single 4-pin transducer port keeps it a simple standalone fishing and mapping unit, with Wi-Fi as its networking route.

From our buying guide

What's in the box depends on the part number: Raymarine sells one screen display only, with charts, with a transducer, or with both. Not every chart card fits every plotter, either.

Check before you buy:

  • The part number includes the charts and transducer you expect.
  • It reads the charts you want, and you know how long their updates last, since many come with a one-year subscription.
  • A touchscreen suits your helm, since Raymarine warns that prolonged rain or water wash can cause false touches.

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