Garmin Reactor 40 Mechanical Corepack, GHC 50
For boats with a mechanical or solenoid steering drive that add Garmin control.
Amazon $2,249.99$2,249.99
MechanicalNo
2.9/5
A professional-grade pack for vessels with a reversible-motor or solenoid steering drive.
- MechanicalSteering
- NoDrive in pack
- YesNMEA 2000
Check price at Amazon$4,069.99
Price checked November 9, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- Includes controller, computer, rudder feedback and compass
- AC70 computer suits reversible motors and isolated solenoids
Cons
- No drive in the pack
- Highest price of the mechanical and solenoid packs, and the listing publishes few specs
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 | 000-13900-001 |
|---|---|
| Capability | |
| Steering type | Mechanical |
| Pack type | Complete pack |
| In the pack | |
| Contents | A2004 controller, AC70 computer, RF300 rudder feedback unit, Precision-9 compass |
| Control head | A2004 |
| Control head included | Yes |
| Drive or pump included | No |
| Heading sensor | Precision-9 solid-state compass |
| Rudder feedback unit | Yes |
| Electrical | |
| NMEA 2000 / SeaTalk ng | Yes |
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Raymarine EV-300 Solenoid Pilot Pack
For boats with solenoid-controlled power steering and no autopilot drive of their own.
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SolenoidNo
Simrad NAC-3 Autopilot Core Pack
A core pack for boats of 33 ft and up that need a heavy-duty drive; add your own control head and drive.
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Mechanical33 ft and upNo
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