Garmin Compact Reactor 40 Hydraulic, GHC 50
The cheapest complete Garmin autopilot, built for small single-outboard hydraulic boats.
Amazon $1,799.99$1,799.99
HydraulicTo 25 ftYes
3.0/5
For large powerboats with a heavy hydraulic drive; plan on buying the pump separately.
- HydraulicSteering
- NoDrive in pack
- YesNMEA 2000
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Pros
- 30 A drive output for large hydraulic pumps
- Rudder feedback unit included
- 12 or 24 V
Cons
- No pump in the pack, the drive is a separate purchase
- Maker page contradicts itself on which drive types it supports
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 number | T70162 |
|---|---|
| Capability | |
| Steering type | Hydraulic |
| Pack type | Core pack |
| In the pack | |
| Contents | p70Rs control head, EV-1 sensor core, ACU-400, rotary rudder feedback unit, Evolution cable kit |
| Control head | p70Rs |
| Control head included | Yes |
| Drive or pump included | No |
| Heading sensor | EV-1 9-axis sensor core |
| Rudder feedback unit | Yes |
| Electrical | |
| Supply voltage | 12/24 V |
| Standby draw | 300 mA |
| Max drive current | 30 A |
| NMEA 2000 / SeaTalk ng | Yes |
| Support | |
| Warranty | 2 years |
| Released | 2013-06 |
Alternatives in this steering type
Raymarine EV-100 Power Pilot Pack
A complete autopilot for a small boat with a single hydraulically steered outboard.
Amazon $1,408.69$1,408.69
HydraulicYes
Raymarine EV-200 Power Pilot Pack
For medium to large hydraulic powerboats that need the heavier 15 A drive electronics.
Amazon $3,499.99$3,499.99
HydraulicYes
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