Garmin Reactor 40 Mechanical Corepack, GHC 50

Last updated: November 9, 2026

Garmin Reactor 40 Mechanical Corepack, GHC 50

For boats with a mechanical or solenoid steering drive that add Garmin control.

  • MechanicalSteering
  • NoDrive in pack
  • YesNMEA 2000
Check price at Amazon$2,249.99

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Pros
  • Fits mechanical, retrofit and solenoid steering
  • GHC 50 touchscreen included
  • Solid-state AHRS mounts in any orientation
Cons
  • No drive in the pack
  • Listing publishes no boat size or power draw

The Garmin Reactor 40 family

Every Garmin Reactor 40 model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own steering type.

ModelSteeringRatingPrice
Garmin Compact Reactor 40 Hydraulic, GHC 50Hydraulic3.1/5$1,799.99
Garmin Reactor 40 Hydraulic Corepack, GHC 50Hydraulic3.2/5$4,399.99
Garmin Reactor 40 Mechanical Corepack, GHC 50 (this one)Mechanical3.2/5$2,249.99
Garmin Reactor 40 Steer-by-Wire, GHC 50Steer-by-wire3.1/5$2,799.99
Garmin Reactor 40 Yamaha Helm Master, GHC 50Steer-by-wire3.0/5$3,449.99
Garmin Reactor 40 Kicker Autopilot, GHC 50Kicker motor3.3/5$2,999.99

How it scores

The rating comes from 5 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its steering type. How we rank explains each one.

Specifications

Model number010-02794-02
Capability
Steering typeMechanical
Pack typeCore pack
In the pack
ContentsReactor 40 course computer, GHC 50 autopilot instrument (mechanical, retrofit or solenoid drive sold separately)
Control headGHC 50 touchscreen
Control head includedYes
Drive or pump includedNo
Heading sensorSolid-state 9-axis AHRS
Electrical
Supply voltage12 V
NMEA 2000 / SeaTalk ngYes
Support
Warranty1 year
Released2022-06

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