About this product

Product Information

The Garmin GPSMAP 196 Portable GPS is an aviation unit that easily transitions from cockpit to land or water. Its 3.8-inch grayscale screen offers clear and crisp details. It has a battery that lasts up to 16 hours. This Aviation GPS device features a keyboard for controls and comes in black.

Product Identifiers

BrandGarmin

MPN010-00301-00, GPSMAP 196, GPSMAP 196 GA00301 010-00301-00, GA00301

UPC0753759041359

ModelGPSMAP 196

eBay Product ID (ePID)48468683

Product Key Features

FeaturesWaterproof, Remote Control, Altimeter, Alarm, Address Book, Sun and Moon Information, Waypoint Icons

Screen Size3.8"

TypeAviation

Dimensions

Weight1.5lb.

Depth2.25in

Height3.4in

Width6.18in

Additional Product Features

Battery Type and Quantity4X AA Batteries

Battery Life16h

Number of Channels12 Channels

User InterfaceKeypad

Map CapabilitiesDownload Maps, Internal, Map Cartridges / Data Cards

Unit SizeNot Applicable

UsageAviation

System TypePortable

Max. Horizontal Accuracy< 9.84ft.

Waas FeaturesWaas Enabled

Ratings and reviews

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4.5

20 product ratings

14 users rated this 5 out of 5 stars
4 users rated this 4 out of 5 stars
1 users rated this 3 out of 5 stars
0 users rated this 2 out of 5 stars
1 users rated this 1 out of 5 stars

Easy to use

Good value

Reliable performance

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by jador_28
28 Mar, 2019Most favourable review
Must have item for cockpit with basic instruments
Works great easy navigation and flight plan entry. Using it on VFR only Cessna 172 so it is very useful at night for navigation. Will probably try to get new battery from garmin as the current battery lasts about 5 hours per charge. Seller was prompt and courteous
Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
by 1okie25
10 Aug, 2021Most critical review
Fun and interesting to use.
Unit is a little heavy and bulky to be mounted on the control yoke of a plane.Took some time to learn it's systems but, it seems to be reliable and accurate. Still looking for someway to mount it for flight.
Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
by 07hdse
02 Feb, 2021
Great value
This is an older model in a long product line. It is a little dated, but perfect for use in a ultralight aircraft! A certified pilot and aircraft may need more bells and whistles, but it is perfect for the low and slow fliers! Unit is very nice and was not abused. Great value!
Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
by twindriver89l
10 Jul, 2017
Like new GPS
Item exactly as shown. Older model but is brand new. GPSMAP models are exceptional devices. Easy to use and reliable in flight. Totally satisfied buyer!
Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
by dcol9289
18 Feb, 2016
I wish Garmin still made the 196
The Garmin 196 has superior view ability and utility with a simple and reliable user interface. It's only problem is that Garmin stopped making it. Drat.
Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
by wd40-slick
14 Feb, 2017
greate peace and fast would buy agend
loved all the extras it was in great shape
Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
by co24504
09 Jun, 2017
GPS 196
Excellent value. Somewhat dated model, but serves my navigational purposes very well.
Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
by ccl.cnb.iaethvq
05 Nov, 2023
worth the money
I am tech dinosaur and having trouble programming what i want
Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
by barracuda403
23 Jan, 2019
Great Garmin GPS
Connected to my Dynon D100 without a hitch. Works great.
Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
by cessnapete0
30 Oct, 2015
GPSMap196
Works great.
Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned