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Raymarine Axiom Pro 16 S Chartplotter/Fishfinder

Brand:
Raymarine
Part no:
E70483

Where to buy

Specifications

Screen size
15.6 in
Display
Hybrid
Sonar built in
Yes
Resolution
1920 x 1080
Radar compatible
Yes
Autopilot compatible
Yes
Wi-Fi
Yes

The Axiom Pro 16 S is a 15.6 inch Raymarine chartplotter and fishfinder with an optically bonded IPS display at 1920 x 1080, rated at 1,200 nits. It pairs touch with a physical button and rotary knob, and its built-in sonar is single-channel high CHIRP. The transducer is sold separately. It runs on 12V or 24V DC at about 45W, carries dual RayNet Ethernet ports, and works with NMEA 2000 and NMEA 0183 networks.

Our take

At 1,200 nits on a 15.6 inch optically bonded screen, this display is aimed at direct sunlight at the helm, and the physical button and rotary knob back up the touch screen when conditions get rough. The built-in sonar needs a transducer, which is sold separately.

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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