- 4 in. display is sunlight-readable and offers crystal-clear colors and high-resolution images
- Touch-screen interface lets you spend more time enjoying the outdoors and less time searching for information
- Built to withstand the elements, the Montana 650t shrugs off bumps, dust, dirt, humidity and water
- 5-megapixel camera lets you capture great photos that are automatically geotagged with the location where they are taken, so you can easily navigate back to the exact spot
- Dual-orientation display lets you take pictures and view them in landscape or portrait orientation
- Keep track of your photos and show their location on a map with Garmin's free Basecamp™ software
- MicroSD card slot lets you expand memory, add additional maps (sold separately) and view pictures from other devices (microSD card sold separately)
- Garmin Montana 650t GPS is compatible with BirdsEye satellite imagery (subscription required) and free Custom Maps software that transforms paper maps into downloadable files
- Add Garmin City Navigator NT® mapping software and an auto mount (not included) and the Montana 650t will give you spoken turn-by-turn driving directions
- Enjoy effortless sharing of waypoints, tracks, routes and geocache locations among the Montana, Oregon and Colorado series units with ANT wireless communication function
- High-sensitivity, WAAS-enabled receiver and HotFix® satellite prediction locate and maintain your position quickly and precisely—even in heavy cover or deep canyons
- 3-axis tilt-compensated compass shows your heading even when you're standing still, without having to hold the unit level
- Barometric altimeter tracks changes in pressure to pinpoint your precise altitude and lets you plot barometric pressure over time to keep an eye on changing weather conditions
- Dual battery system lets you use either the included rechargeable lithium-ion battery pack or traditional AA alkaline batteries (sold separately)
- Supports OpenCaching.com GPX files for downloading detailed geocache descriptions, terrain, difficulty and hints directly into GPS unit; visit OpenCaching.com to start!
- Rugged, waterproof construction protects unit from bumps, dust and moisture; meets IEC 60529 lPX7 standards (can be submerged to 1m for up to 30 min.)
- Garmin Montana 650t GPS comes with a lithium-ion battery pack, USB cable and AC charger
Imported.
| Best use | Hiking |
|---|---|
| Preloaded map | Topo |
| Basemap | Yes |
| Wireless communication | Yes |
| OS compatibility | Windows, Mac |
| Camera | Yes |
| Display size | 3.5 x 2 inches |
| Screen Pixels | 480 x 272 |
| Touch screen | Yes |
| Visual map display | Yes |
| Color screen | Yes |
| Number of routes | 200 |
| Number of waypoints | 2000 |
| Internal memory | 3.5 GB internal/expandable microSD card slot |
| Expandable memory | Yes |
| Compass | Yes |
| Altimeter | Pressure-based |
| Compact antenna | Yes |
| Position accuracy | WAAS-enabled 3 meters |
| Battery type | Lithium |
| Average battery life | 16 hours |
| Dimensions | 5.7 x 2.9 x 1.4 inches |
| Weight | 11.7 ounces |
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Jan 16, 2015Easy on the eyesAfter suffering for years with the small screen on the etrex, I finally took the leap to the Montana. The larger screen allows me to read the maps with much better detail without losing rang...
Read More After suffering for years with the small screen on the etrex, I finally took the leap to the Montana. The larger screen allows me to read the maps with much better detail without losing range of scale.I use my GPS only for hunting and occasional hiking. It is paramount to me to be able to utilize third party software on my GPS. The Montana works flawlessly in that regard. My only complaint is that there is so much extraneous junk that is unnecessary for my use. I don't need a camera, I don't need driving instructions (I have a Garmin Nuvi for driving, works great) and I don't need any mounting device. I believe that the bulk of the Montana is used to satisfy all of the unneeded garbage that people want. If you need a camera, use a camera. If you need a GPS for you auto, buy a GPS designed for an auto. If there is a downside to the Montana, it would be the size, however, no increase in dimensions = no increase in screen size. Is it better than my etrex? By an exponentially greater magnitude! I would highly recommend this device to someone needing a GPS. Expensive but well worth the money. -
Apr 18, 2014A-mazingMy previous GPS was purchased in 1986. The screen was the size of 2 postage stamps and the data provided was bare-bones. The screen on this unit is large, bright and in color! Plus, the amou...
Read More My previous GPS was purchased in 1986. The screen was the size of 2 postage stamps and the data provided was bare-bones. The screen on this unit is large, bright and in color! Plus, the amount of information it provides is mind-boggling. I am still learning to use it but it has already helped me plan a long off-road motorcycle trip. I just wish there was a class available as the instruction book is somewhat lacking. -
May 3, 2013I love this GPSI have never owned a GPS until I found this little gem. I have used the 650t on many hikes, tracking and recording ATV trails, checking speeds of ATVs on trails, measuring speed on zip lines...
Read More I have never owned a GPS until I found this little gem. I have used the 650t on many hikes, tracking and recording ATV trails, checking speeds of ATVs on trails, measuring speed on zip lines and plotting height and elevations of current and upcoming zip lines. I also use this on our fishing trips around this great island. This GPS has done everything we have asked of it and more. I think this is a great product. -
Apr 24, 2013This product saved us!!This has been a great product so far. I have only been able to take it on a week long backpacking trip into the Dark Canyon Wilderness in SE Utah but it was a gem to have along. It saved u...
Read More This has been a great product so far. I have only been able to take it on a week long backpacking trip into the Dark Canyon Wilderness in SE Utah but it was a gem to have along. It saved us from taking the wrong trail and hiking up the wrong canyon twice since there were no trail markers or signs and cairns were very scarce. There are many options that I did not use due to my lack of understanding all this product can do. I purchased it with very little time to figure out all the bells and whistles before the trip but the basics were enough for me to highly recommend it to others that have a need for a hand held GPS unit. The only drawback for me was the poor battery life. I used it very minimally on the trip....basically to cross reference where we were on a Trails Illustrated map and after 6 days the battery life was down to under 10% left. I would have enjoyed playing around with it more while I was out there but didn't trust that I would have enough battery in case of a true emergency and need for it's uses. I did have extra batteries to install if needed but it would be nice if the NiCad battery that it comes with would hold a charge for longer. Other than that....it was awesome!!! -
Apr 6, 2013I love this thingThis is the best GPS I have ever owned, I think this is the 5th one. The screen is bright clear and easy to use, it works fast without delay. I use a carabineer to clip it to my backpack and...
Read More This is the best GPS I have ever owned, I think this is the 5th one. The screen is bright clear and easy to use, it works fast without delay. I use a carabineer to clip it to my backpack and set it on top over my right shoulder, out of the way but very easy to grab. The Garmin maps sold separately are a large plus when hiking, to show the trails. -
Jan 14, 2013OMIGOD! LOVE IT!!!This is "his" wife. He has been singing the praises of this unit since he opened the box. This is his third gps used for hunting and fishing. He loves this one with all caps. Every time h...
Read More This is "his" wife. He has been singing the praises of this unit since he opened the box. This is his third gps used for hunting and fishing. He loves this one with all caps. Every time he uses it he comes home happy with new praises. BTW- he also bought the marine mount which uses his electrical power vs supporting the energizer battery company. He loves that feature too. Overall, he could not be happier. -
Oct 3, 2012Useful and Intuitive.I did many 14ers and this device helps you to not get lost. Easy to read maps. Capability to retrace steps. It has capability to direct you to a waypoint or to a place where you took a ph...
Read More I did many 14ers and this device helps you to not get lost. Easy to read maps. Capability to retrace steps. It has capability to direct you to a waypoint or to a place where you took a photo (e.g. direct me back to the trailhead or the mine at 12,000 ft). The accuracy is spot on, and I was deep in the back country doing 14ers. It locks on to 25 satellites and knows where you are and your elevation. The day I hiked mount sherman it was snowing hard and very little visibility, but no trouble finding the peak with this device. By the way, it took great pictures too. 5 MP pics.
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Read More I have owned this device for a number of years. Garmin's customer service is outstanding. If you like to use Base-camp with this device on you computer.....their customer service is awesome as well. I call all the time because I forget how to do some of the many, many options. I am a backpacker. A GPS is not needed when backpacking in my opinion, but I like to track every step I take and upload my trips to Base-camp and save them. I have had my device on for up to 8hrs a day for 3 days before needing to change out to batteries. There is a trick to getting the battery to last a long time. This device is pretty solid. I have dropped it a ton of times, and I have even slipped and fallen several feet down an embankment and the device was right in the middle of my fall, and it still works perfectly. Seriously......you will never need another device after this one, well untill Garmin makes a better one that wont be compatible with this device.