Garmin tactix® 8 Solar Elite 51mm - (Black)

Infinite Power. Absolute Mission Control. The tactix® 8 Solar Elite is the pinnacle of tactical performance. This 51 mm powerhouse features a high-efficiency Power Sapphire™ solar charging lens, extending battery life for your longest deployments. Built for the elite, it combines specialized tactical tools with a rugged, oversized design.


Key Highlights
Solar-Powered Endurance: Harness the sun to stay off the grid longer. Enjoy up to 40+ days of battery life in smartwatch mode with solar charging enabled.

Always-On Power Sapphire™: A scratch-resistant sapphire lens paired with a high-contrast display that thrives in the harshest environments.

Tactical Command Suite: Features Stealth Mode to disconnect GPS, a Kill Switch for instant data wipes, and a dual-format GPS display for MGRS and degrees.

Integrated Flashlight: A high-intensity multi-LED flashlight with white and green beams—ideal for maintaining night vision during field operations.

Ballistics & Navigation: Preloaded with Applied Ballistics® software and multi-band GPS with SatIQ™ for uncompromising positioning accuracy.

Battle-Tested Build: Designed to military standards (MIL-STD-810), featuring a black DLC-coated titanium bezel and a reinforced 51 mm chassis.

Quick Specs
Size: 51 mm (Oversized Command Display)

Battery: Up to 30 Days / 40+ Days with Solar (Smartwatch Mode)

Water Rating: 10 ATM (100 meters)

Connectivity: Aviation Weather, TopoActive Maps, and Garmin Pay™

What’s in the Box?
tactix 8 – 51 mm (Solar Elite)

Black Tactical Nylon Band + Black Silicone Band

USB-C Charging/Data Cable

Documentation