Garmin Autopilots
Garmin Reactor 40 autopilots — hydraulic, mechanical/retrofit/solenoid, steer-by-wire, and kicker configurations — plus GHC 50 instrument displays, course computers, and ECU/pump kits. Marine Electric Systems sells and installs Garmin electronics in Annapolis, Maryland, including complete Reactor 40 autopilot systems on sailboats, motoryachts, and catamarans across the Chesapeake.
Garmin Autopilots FAQ
Which Reactor 40 configuration do I need?
It follows your steering system. Hydraulic kits are for hydraulic steering, mechanical kits for cable or linkage steering, steer-by-wire kits for compatible electronic steering systems, and kicker kits for steering with an outboard kicker motor. If you are not sure what you have, send us photos of the helm and steering gear.
Do I need a GHC 50 if I have a Garmin chartplotter?
The autopilot can be controlled from a compatible Garmin chartplotter, which also lets it follow routes. A dedicated GHC 50 gives you one-touch control at the helm and keeps the pilot usable if the plotter is busy or down.
Can you install a Garmin autopilot?
Yes. Autopilot installs involve plumbing or mechanical work on the steering system plus heavy-gauge power wiring, so they are worth doing right. We install throughout Annapolis and the Chesapeake Bay. Call (410) 263-0807 or contact us.
