Garmin tactix® 8 Solar Smart Watch | 51 mm | Black

Garmin tactix® 7 – Solar Edition with Ballistics Solutions

The Garmin tactix® 7 Solar Edition is a professional-grade tactical GPS watch, featuring a bright 1.4″ solar-charging display. Designed to perform under the toughest conditions, it comes with a titanium bezel, sapphire lens, and has been tested to U.S. military standards for durability. This is a true mission tool, combining long-range targeting, navigation, training, health monitoring, the built-in Applied Ballistics® system, and advanced connectivity features.

TACTICAL – mission readiness

• Night Vision Capability – screen and functions compatible with night vision goggles.
• Stealth Mode – completely disables GPS tracking and wireless connectivity.
• Kill Switch – quickly wipes all watch data with a single press.
• Waypoint Projection – set points based on current location for future navigation.
• Rucking Activity – dedicated activity profile with customizable pack weight.
• Direct-to Navigation – navigate directly to a location or nearest airport from the aviation database.
• Weather Reports – access to aviation weather (NEXRAD, METAR, TAF).
• AB Quantum App – manage ballistics profiles and targets via smartphone.
• Stage Timer – mission or shooting stage timer with audible alerts.

NAVIGATION – advanced guidance

• Outdoor Maps+ – subscription for satellite imagery and topographic maps.
• SatIQ™ Technology – precise multi-band GPS with battery optimization.
• Multicontinent Topo Maps – maps from around the world downloadable via Wi-Fi.
• NextFork™ Guide – shows distance to the next trail intersection and its name.
• Up Ahead Feature – preview of upcoming POIs (aid stations, landmarks).
• Courses With Turn-by-turn Directions – create and sync routes with full guidance.
• SkiView™ Maps – 2000+ ski resort maps with run names and difficulty ratings.
• Golf Course Maps – color maps of more than 43,000 golf courses.

PERFORM – train strategically

• Strength Training Plans – structured workouts for power and endurance.
• Endurance Score & Hill Score – evaluates long-term load capacity and climbing ability.
• Visual Race Predictor – predicts race times for different distances.
• PacePro™, ClimbPro, Grade-Adjusted Pace – advanced pacing and terrain planning.
• Training Readiness & Status – shows if your body is ready for hard training.
• Performance Metrics – VO₂ max, training load, training effect, endurance.
• Multisport Auto Transition – automatic switching between sports modes.
• Race Widget, Recovery Time, Daily Suggested Workouts – training guidance all-in-one.
• Running Dynamics – cadence, ground contact time, stride length, and more.
• Garmin Coach – adaptive training plans for running goals.

HEALTH – body monitoring

• Morning Report, HRV Status, Sleep Coach – daily overview, recovery readiness, and sleep insights.
• Pulse Ox, Breathing Variations, Respiration Tracking – monitors oxygen saturation and breathing.
• Nap Detection, Jet Lag Adviser – nap tracking and travel recovery tips.
• Body Battery™, Stress Tracking, Health Snapshot™ – energy, stress, and overall wellness metrics.
• Hydration Tracking, Altitude & Heat Acclimation – fluid intake and environmental adaptation tracking.

CONNECTED FEATURES – smart tools

• Built-in Speaker & Microphone – calls, voice control, and smart assistant use.
• Garmin Connect & Messenger™ – data review and two-way communication.
• Smart Notifications – messages, emails, alerts directly on the watch.
• Music – download music from Spotify, Deezer, Amazon Music.
• Garmin Pay™ – contactless payments from your wrist.
• Garmin Share – share routes and waypoints with other Garmin users.
• Safety & Tracking Features – SOS alerts with location sharing.
• Stocks Tracker – monitor up to 50 favorite stocks directly on the watch.
• Connect IQ™ Store – apps, watch faces, custom data fields.
• Power Manager – manage battery usage with custom modes.