Garmin Montana 700 Handheld Hiking GPS Rugged Touchscreen Navigator with TopoActive Maps
Introduction
The Garmin Montana 700 is a rugged handheld GPS designed for adventurers seeking dependable, all-terrain navigation.
Short Description
The Garmin Montana 700 is a durable, handheld touchscreen GPS navigator featuring a generous 5″ display, routable TopoActive maps, multi-GNSS support, and a suite of sensors for outdoor adventures—perfect for hiking, biking, hunting, fishing, and off-road travel. Its robust build meets military standards and excels in challenging environments.
Highlighted Features
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Rugged & Glove-Friendly Design
Built to U.S. military standards (MIL-STD‑810) for thermal, shock, water, and vibration resistance. The glove-friendly WVGA 5″ touchscreen is 50% larger than previous models and readable in bright daylight. -
Preloaded TopoActive Maps & Expandable
Comes with routable topographic maps for the U.S., Canada, or Europe (depending on region), including terrain details, public land boundaries, and points of interest. Supports BirdsEye Satellite Imagery and microSD maps like City Navigator or BlueChart. -
Multi-GNSS Precision & ABC Sensors
Supports GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS, and IRNSS for accurate positioning—even under dense canopy or in complex terrain. Built-in ABC sensors (altimeter, barometer, 3-axis compass) offer valuable environmental awareness. -
Extended Battery & Expedition Mode
Offers up to 18 hours of use in standard GPS mode, with an ultralow-power “Expedition Mode” that extends battery life up to 330 hours—ideal for long treks. Runs on a rechargeable lithium-ion pack or optional AA batteries. -
Connectivity & Smart Features
Offers Wi‑Fi, Bluetooth, and ANT+ connectivity. Features include LiveTrack for sharing location, Active Weather via Garmin Connect, smart notifications, VIRB camera control, geocaching Live, and compatibility with the Garmin Explore app. -
Hunting, Dog Tracking & Widgets
Supports dog tracking when paired with compatible Astro/Alpha handhelds. Includes tools for hunt/fish calendars, sun/moon data, Flashlight LED beacon, area calculation, picture viewer, and customizable widgets via Connect IQ.
Technical Specifications
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 3.4″ × 7.2″ × 1.3″ (8.76 × 18.30 × 3.27 cm) |
| Display | 5″ diag WVGA transflective touchscreen (480 × 800 px), dual orientation |
| Weight | 14 oz (397 g) with battery |
| Battery Options | Rechargeable Li-ion (included) or 3× AA (not included) |
| Battery Life | GPS Mode: up to 18 h; Expedition Mode: up to 330 h |
| Durability | IPX7 waterproof, MIL‑STD‑810 (thermal/shock/vibe) |
| Storage | 16 GB internal; microSD slot (up to 32 GB) |
| Mapping Capabilities | TopoActive (region-dependent), BirdsEye imagery, routing, POIs, hydrographic data, public land boundaries |
| Navigation Limits | 10,000 waypoints, 250 tracks, 20,000 track log points, 250 routes, RINEX logging |
| Sensors & GNSS | GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, (QZSS, IRNSS); ABC sensors, high-sensitivity receiver |
| Connectivity | Wi‑Fi, Bluetooth, ANT+, NMEA 0183, micro-USB |
Summary
The Garmin Montana 700 delivers unmatched durability, intuitive touchscreen navigation, and detailed mapping in a handheld form. With long battery life, advanced positioning, sensor integration, and smart connectivity, it’s tailored for explorers, hunters, off-road users, and professionals needing a reliable outdoor GPS.
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