Garmin announces new Montana handheld GPS series with optional SOS satellite communication capabilities to help you stay in touch

Wednesday, 8 January 2025, 5:01 am CST

Next-gen touchscreen navigators feature a durable design, preloaded worldwide maps and versatility to fit nearly any vehicle

OLATHE, Kan./January 8, 2025/PR Newswire – Garmin (NYSE: GRMN) today announced a new Montana series – the Montana 710, Montana 710i and robust Montana 760i – to its collection of handheld GPS navigators. All three handhelds feature durable, easy-to-view, 5-inch color touchscreen displays that are glove-friendly. These versatile devices are ideal for use during a variety of outdoor activities, including hiking, mountain biking, off-road riding and more. They’re also compatible with multiple mounting options (sold separately) to adapt for use on ATVs, boats, cars, motorcycles, RVs and other vehicles. The series is built to guide users through an array of adventures with preloaded TopoActive maps to show terrain contours, elevations, coastlines, rivers, landmarks and more.

Additionally, the Montana 710i and Montana 760i feature built-in inReach technology to give outdoor enthusiasts peace of mind. With an active inReach subscription, these devices let users stay in touch when venturing beyond cell service using reliable satellite communication. Adventure seekers can utilize two-way text messaging and location tracking via the 100% global Iridium satellite network, and in the event of an emergency, send an interactive SOS message to Garmin Response, 24/7-staffed international emergency assistance coordination center¹.

“No matter your adventure, the new Montana series can guide you and keep you connected, even when exploring off the grid. Built-in TopoActive maps, color touchscreen displays and extended battery life can give you the confidence to push your limits, while the optional inReach technology helps you to stay in touch with loved ones when cell service is unavailable.” – Dan Bartel, Garmin vice president of global consumer sales

Explore confidently

No matter the adventure, the latest Montana series has you covered with its large suite of mapping and navigation features.

TopoActive maps: Navigate any adventure with preloaded worldwide topographical maps, optimized for outdoor activities with terrain contours, summits, coastlines and more.

Satellite imagery: Access high-resolution satellite imagery with direct-to-device downloads over Wi-Fi. See photorealistic overhead views of routes and surrounding terrain and easily create waypoints based on landmarks.

Federal Public Land Boundaries: Know the boundaries of public and private land with an optional display overlay on topographic maps to keep the expedition on track.

City maps: Seamlessly transition from trails to roads with easy-to-follow, turn-by-turn directions using preloaded City Navigator mapping².

Trip planning: Connect with the Garmin Explore smartphone app to plan and review trip data, and manage waypoints, courses and activities.

Outdoor Maps+: Add an Outdoor Maps+ subscription (sold separately) to receive additional premium mapping content, including elevation contours, land boundaries, wildlife areas and more. Easily download regular content updates via Wi-Fi technology.

Expanded memory: Download even more maps to suit the journey, such as BlueChart g3 for reliable navigation on the water (sold separately), with 32 GB of onboard memory.

Navigation sensors: Navigate the next adventure using the built-in sensors, including an altimeter for elevation data, a barometer to monitor the weather and a three-axis electronic compass.

Multi-GNSS support: Explore with confidence by accessing both GPS and Galileo satellite networks for greater support in more challenging environments.

Rugged by design

Built to handle weather and rugged outdoor conditions, the Montana series has been tested to U.S. military standards (MIL-STD-810) for thermal, shock and vibration and is also constructed with an IPX7 rating for water resistance. The series is powered by a rechargeable lithium-ion battery pack that provides up to 24 hours of life in GPS mode and up to 440 hours in expedition mode. Recharging can be done conveniently through a standard USB-C cable.

Montana 760i users can also document their journeys with a built-in, 8-megapixel camera. The device automatically geotags photos with coordinates so adventurers can navigate back to their favorite spots later.

Available now, the Montana 710/710i/760i GPS handhelds have suggested retail prices ranging from $649.99 to $899.99.

¹ Some jurisdictions regulate or prohibit the use of satellite communication devices. It is the responsibility of the user to know and follow all applicable laws in the jurisdiction where the device is intended to be used.

² City Navigator is available in the Montana 710i and 760i models only.