Wrist-worn GPS device: Foretrex 801
The user-friendly Garmin Foretrex 801 Ballistic GPS wrist-worn device will be with you on your next mission.
The device was developed to military standards (MIL-STD-810) to withstand sand, dust, vibrations, shocks, temperature, altitude, and humidity. Its rugged design is water-resistant to IPX7.
To prevent GPS data from being saved and shared, and to disable wireless connectivity, you can activate stealth mode. Additionally, you can use the kill switch to erase the device's memory and activate jumpmaster mode for HARP (High Altitude Release Point) calculations according to military guidelines.
For reliable navigation, the Foretrex 801 Ballistic features an optimized multi-GNSS and advanced sensors, including a 3-axis accelerometer, a 3-axis compass, and a barometric altimeter. This results in improved positional accuracy.
In addition, the handheld device has a battery life of up to 100 hours in GPS mode or up to 1,000 hours in expedition mode.
Generally:
- Battery: 2 x AAA batteries (not included)
- Battery life: Up to 100 hours in GPS mode, up to 1,000 hours in expedition mode
- Mil-STD-810: Yes (thermal performance, shock resistance, water resistance); device only
- Compatible with Quickfit watch strap: Yes (26 mm)
- Display type: Monochrome MIP display
- Waterproof rating: IPX7
- Interface: USB-C
- Compatible with the Garmin Explore app
- Compatible with the Garmin Explore website
- Wireless connectivity: Yes (Bluetooth, ANT+)
Other features:
- Maps and memory (Tracks (500), Tracks (100), Track recording (10000), Routes (50))
- Sensors (including GPS, compass, barometric altimeter)
- Daily smart features (smart notifications on the handheld device, compatible with Garmin Connect Mobile)
- Tactical functions (camouflage mode, night vision mode, dual grid coordinates, kill switch)
- Outdoor leisure features (including point-to-point navigation, trackback, area calculation, hunting and fishing calendar)
Scope of delivery:
- Foretrex 801 Ballistic Edition
- Wrist strap with Velcro closure
- USB-C cable
- Documentation
Mass:
- Device: 7.4 x 4.3 x 2.3 cm
- Display: 2.2-inch diagonal (resolution: 320 x 240 pixels)
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Wrist-worn GPS device: Foretrex 801
Wrist-worn GPS device: Foretrex 801
The user-friendly Garmin Foretrex 801 Ballistic GPS wrist-worn device will be with you on your next mission.
The device was developed to military standards (MIL-STD-810) to withstand sand, dust, vibrations, shocks, temperature, altitude, and humidity. Its rugged design is water-resistant to IPX7.
To prevent GPS data from being saved and shared, and to disable wireless connectivity, you can activate stealth mode. Additionally, you can use the kill switch to erase the device's memory and activate jumpmaster mode for HARP (High Altitude Release Point) calculations according to military guidelines.
For reliable navigation, the Foretrex 801 Ballistic features an optimized multi-GNSS and advanced sensors, including a 3-axis accelerometer, a 3-axis compass, and a barometric altimeter. This results in improved positional accuracy.
In addition, the handheld device has a battery life of up to 100 hours in GPS mode or up to 1,000 hours in expedition mode.
Generally:
- Battery: 2 x AAA batteries (not included)
- Battery life: Up to 100 hours in GPS mode, up to 1,000 hours in expedition mode
- Mil-STD-810: Yes (thermal performance, shock resistance, water resistance); device only
- Compatible with Quickfit watch strap: Yes (26 mm)
- Display type: Monochrome MIP display
- Waterproof rating: IPX7
- Interface: USB-C
- Compatible with the Garmin Explore app
- Compatible with the Garmin Explore website
- Wireless connectivity: Yes (Bluetooth, ANT+)
Other features:
- Maps and memory (Tracks (500), Tracks (100), Track recording (10000), Routes (50))
- Sensors (including GPS, compass, barometric altimeter)
- Daily smart features (smart notifications on the handheld device, compatible with Garmin Connect Mobile)
- Tactical functions (camouflage mode, night vision mode, dual grid coordinates, kill switch)
- Outdoor leisure features (including point-to-point navigation, trackback, area calculation, hunting and fishing calendar)
Scope of delivery:
- Foretrex 801 Ballistic Edition
- Wrist strap with Velcro closure
- USB-C cable
- Documentation
Mass:
- Device: 7.4 x 4.3 x 2.3 cm
- Display: 2.2-inch diagonal (resolution: 320 x 240 pixels)
Original: $251.26
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Description
The user-friendly Garmin Foretrex 801 Ballistic GPS wrist-worn device will be with you on your next mission.
The device was developed to military standards (MIL-STD-810) to withstand sand, dust, vibrations, shocks, temperature, altitude, and humidity. Its rugged design is water-resistant to IPX7.
To prevent GPS data from being saved and shared, and to disable wireless connectivity, you can activate stealth mode. Additionally, you can use the kill switch to erase the device's memory and activate jumpmaster mode for HARP (High Altitude Release Point) calculations according to military guidelines.
For reliable navigation, the Foretrex 801 Ballistic features an optimized multi-GNSS and advanced sensors, including a 3-axis accelerometer, a 3-axis compass, and a barometric altimeter. This results in improved positional accuracy.
In addition, the handheld device has a battery life of up to 100 hours in GPS mode or up to 1,000 hours in expedition mode.
Generally:
- Battery: 2 x AAA batteries (not included)
- Battery life: Up to 100 hours in GPS mode, up to 1,000 hours in expedition mode
- Mil-STD-810: Yes (thermal performance, shock resistance, water resistance); device only
- Compatible with Quickfit watch strap: Yes (26 mm)
- Display type: Monochrome MIP display
- Waterproof rating: IPX7
- Interface: USB-C
- Compatible with the Garmin Explore app
- Compatible with the Garmin Explore website
- Wireless connectivity: Yes (Bluetooth, ANT+)
Other features:
- Maps and memory (Tracks (500), Tracks (100), Track recording (10000), Routes (50))
- Sensors (including GPS, compass, barometric altimeter)
- Daily smart features (smart notifications on the handheld device, compatible with Garmin Connect Mobile)
- Tactical functions (camouflage mode, night vision mode, dual grid coordinates, kill switch)
- Outdoor leisure features (including point-to-point navigation, trackback, area calculation, hunting and fishing calendar)
Scope of delivery:
- Foretrex 801 Ballistic Edition
- Wrist strap with Velcro closure
- USB-C cable
- Documentation
Mass:
- Device: 7.4 x 4.3 x 2.3 cm
- Display: 2.2-inch diagonal (resolution: 320 x 240 pixels)





















