Garmin GPSMAP 1243 12" Chartplotter GN+

GPSMAP® 1243 12-inch Chartplotter GN+ (010-02367-60)

Elevate your helm with the Garmin GPSMAP 1243 — a premium 12-inch chartplotter engineered for advanced boaters who demand clarity, connectivity, and control.

• Crisp 12″ IPS in-plane switching touchscreen with edge-to-edge glass and slim bezels delivers exceptional sunlight readability and wide viewing angles — perfect for demanding marine environments
• High-speed 10 Hz GNSS (GPS, GLONASS, Galileo) ensures rapid, smooth positioning and up-to-date course over ground (COG) and speed tracking
• Comes preloaded with Garmin Navionics+ coastal and inland charts, and offers Auto Guidance+™ planning routes (for planning only — always navigate safely)
• Supports Garmin Navionics Vision+™ premium chart upgrades for relief shading, satellite imagery, sonar layering, and more
• Full marine system networking via Garmin Marine Network, NMEA 2000®, NMEA 0183, J1939 (for engine connectivity), and HTML5 support
• Syncs with compatible autopilots, radar, cameras, and marine audio/video gear, making it a central hub of your onboard electronics
• Add FrontVü™ forward-looking sonar (sold separately) to help detect underwater obstacles — though effectiveness is reduced at speeds above ~8 knots
• Integrated ANT® connectivity lets you pair with quatix® smartwatches, wireless remotes, gWind™ Wireless 2 transducers, and other ANT devices
• Built-in Wi-Fi® enables real-time pairing with the free ActiveCaptain® app to access OneChart™, smart notifications, software updates, and community chart layers
• Garmin SailAssist™ features (requires compatible wind transducer) support laylines, race start guidance, set & drift, wind data overlays, wind rose, and polar performance charts
• OneHelm™ feature merges operations from compatible third-party devices (e.g. EmpirBus™ digital switching) into a unified interface
• Slim, low-profile chassis and reduced footprint allow easier retrofit installations across dashboards

Includes in box: chartplotter unit, preinstalled microSD card, power cable, NMEA 2000 T-connector and drop cable, bail mount with knobs, flush mounting kit with gasket, protective cover, trim snap covers, and documentation

Note: This variant (010-02367-60) is the mapping-only version (does not include internal sonar). For sonar integration, optional external sounders or the xsv version may be considered.

Specifications:

• Cartography Brand: Garmin Navionics+
• Internal/External Antenna: Internal
• Screen Size: 12"
• Touchscreen: Yes
• Display Resolution: 1280 x 800 px