Garmin Reactor 40 Hydraulic Autopilot with SmartPump V2

Includes Reactor 40 9-Axis Heading Sensor, Shadow Drive, and SmartPump

With a complete package designed for powerboats and sailboats, Garmin brings an advanced marine technology to the boating public that was once only available for commercial boats. The Reactor 40 autopilot series is simply the most responsive autopilot system we have ever offered. Experience the ultimate hydraulic autopilot performance when paired with the one-size-fits-most, high-reliability, brushless SmartPump.

The autopilot is easy to install with flexible mounting options and quick, easy commissioning. It integrates with compatible Garmin electronics to control the autopilot from the chartplotter display. And it can be engaged to follow an Auto Guidance path (requires LakeVu HD Ultra maps or BlueChart g2 Vision HD charts).

With its advanced solid-state 9-axis AHRS, Reactor 40 provides you with more flexible mounting options. In addition, this new system greatly minimizes heading error, course deviation, rudder movement and power consumption while providing a comfortable ride for all on board.

This amazing autopilot actually reacts to the sea to hold your course. Even when the boat is pitching and rolling, you can remain confident that the Reactor 40 autopilot will keep you on your desired course.

All autopilots require commissioning and calibration to work properly. We know you just want to get on the water, so we made this process as fast and easy as possible. That’s the power of simple.

Combined with our compatible networked electronics, you can have full control of Reactor 40 from wherever you are on the boat. In addition to holding its course in virtually all weather and wind conditions, the system can smoothly perform a variety of preprogrammed trolling and search procedures. Plus, with BlueChart g2 Vision HD charts (sold separately), you gain optional features such as Auto Guidance, which automatically steers GPS paths.

The Reactor 40 autopilot includes the patented Shadow Drive technology. This gives you the security of knowing you maintain control, even when the autopilot is engaged. The Shadow Drive system automatically disengages the autopilot if the helm is turned, giving you the freedom to maneuver the boat. The autopilot automatically re-engages when you hold a steady course.

Reactor 40 can be operated directly from your compatible Garmin chartplotter screen or by using up to three GHC helm control units. GHC communicates with the autopilot system via your NMEA 2000 network, so autopilot heading data can be shared easily with other devices. This enables MARPA and chart overlay when connected to a Garmin radar and chartplotter. An optional handheld wireless remote control is also available.

The Reactor 40 autopilot with SmartPump puts an end to guessing which pump size will work with your particular boat. One SmartPump works for most boats; for optimum control and confidence, you’ll know you have the right pump for your boat. Plus, you get complete control in a smaller size with better thermal performance, higher reliability and lower power consumption. It also includes color-coded connectors to make it very easy to install. Pretty smart.

Reactor 40 with SmartPump automatically adjusts the maximum flow rate for a particular boat from 0 to 2.4 L per minute. It also uses a brushless motor, which provides increased reliability, longer pump life, reduced power consumption, quiet operation, a smaller package, improved thermal performance and higher efficiency.

The Reactor 40 autopilot with SmartPump is a complete autopilot package. SmartPump is one integrated unit comprised of a motor drive circuit with the pump in a single assembly. Equipped with Intelligent Rudder Rate Technology (IRRT), it slows the rudder rate when the vessel is at high speeds and speeds up rudder rate when the vessel is at lower speeds to provide optimal performance and safety in all conditions. The brushless motor drive eliminates the risk of rudder “hard over” due to hardware or software failures.

Boating environments are harsh, especially on saltwater. So our SmartPump is protected from the elements. SmartPump is engineered from corrosion-resistant components, including anodized aluminum and nickel-plated steel parts.

Vessel	Medium to large vessels
Steering Type	Hydraulic
Display	N/A: Controlled by MFD
Control Type	N/A: Controlled by MFD
Processor	Garmin ECU
Rudder Feedback	System does not require mechanical feedback unit.
Compass	GHP Reactor 40 9-axis CCU Heading sensor
Drive Unit	Garmin SmartPump
Remote Options	Multiple GHC 20 control heads or GHC 10 wireless remote
Interface	NMEA 2000
Dimensions	Control head: 4.3″W x 4.4″H x 1.9″D
Warranty	Two year

 

In the box:

• SmartPump v2
• Reactor 40 CCU (Course Computer Unit)
• ECU (Electronic Control Unit) power cable
• Interconnect cable
• Shadow Drive
• Buzzer
• NMEA 2000® drop cables (2 meters)
• NMEA 2000 power cable
• NMEA 2000 T-connectors
• Male and female terminators
• Documentation