GARMIN Tactix 8 SOLAR | GPS Multisport Smartwatch | 51 mm
Tactical by nature: Garmin Tactix 8.
This robust multisport smartwatch was developed for the highest demands and extreme conditions. It impresses with its solid design and innovative functions for tactical use.
Made from fiber-reinforced polymer, scratch-resistant sapphire crystal and titanium elements, the lightweight case offers maximum durability. Tests in accordance with the US military standard MIL-810 confirm that the tactical smartwatch from Garmin impresses with its high impact resistance, excellent heat resistance and outstanding resistance to moisture and dust. The advantage of this certification is the certainty that the multisport watch will not only function reliably in everyday use, but also under extreme conditions. This makes the Tactix 8 particularly suitable for outdoor enthusiasts, soldiers and adventurers who often work or train in challenging environmental conditions.
The 1.4-inch MIP touch display with integrated solar panels sets new standards in terms of readability and energy efficiency. Thanks to the transflective feature, which utilizes both the backlight and reflected sunlight, the display remains easy to read even in the midday sun. In addition, the screen has transparent panels made of photovoltaic cells that absorb sunlight, convert it into electrical energy and thus feed the battery. The optimized user interface enables uncomplicated operation by touch or via the solid buttons on the device.
With special tactical functions such as an activity mode that takes into account carrying additional weight when walking or hiking, a ballistics calculator to calculate your shooting accuracy and a dark mode to adjust the display for use at night or in critical lighting conditions, you are ideally equipped for any mission. Thanks to multi-frequency reception of global satellite systems, the watch delivers highly accurate track recording, supported by Garmin's intelligent satellite signal management system SatIQ, which automatically switches between different satellite constellations to ensure that your device receives the best possible accuracy and a constant connection. Garmin SatIQ combines different satellite signals such as GPS, Galileo, GLONASS and QZSS to provide precise location data even in the most remote areas of the world. This function also saves battery power. Speaking of the battery: with an impressive runtime of up to 48 days in smartwatch mode and up to 149 hours with continuous GPS recording, the watch will accompany you reliably through every adventure.
Whether on tactical missions or your next bikepacking overnighter, the built-in LED flashlight brings light into the dark and can be activated at the touch of a button. The practical flashlight function offers quick adjustment of the light intensity and scores points with a special night mode that completely deactivates the white light so as not to disturb the eye's dark adaptation. In this mode, the lamp is even compatible with night vision devices.
DIVE FUNCTION
The smartwatch supports both scuba diving and freediving up to a depth of 40 meters, thanks to official diving certification and waterproof inductive buttons.
RUCKING ACTIVITY
A special rucking activity profile that tracks carrying extra weight while walking or running. This profile allows you to enter the weight of your backpack to measure the associated physical exertion more accurately.
TARN MODE
Activate stealth mode to stop saving or sharing your GPS location. Wireless connectivity and communication are also deactivated. The watch is also invisible to other users or devices.
APPLIED BALLISTICS
The pre-installed Applied Ballistics function allows you to create customized aiming solutions for long-range shooting based on the characteristics of your weapon, the ammunition used and the current environmental conditions.
NIGHT VISION MODE
Operate your smartwatch with night vision devices or in the dark. You can also use the settings to further reduce the brightness and darken the display.
RED SHIFT MODE
This mode adjusts the display color to warm red tones to improve visibility in dark lighting conditions while minimizing potential disruptions to your sleep cycle.
DIRECT-TO-NAVIGATION
Navigate directly to a position or waypoint in the global aviation database. Or choose a route to the nearest airport with the "nearest" function.
WAYPOINT PROJECTION
With the waypoint projection, you can calculate new coordinates based on your current position and a specified distance and use them for further navigation.
AVIATION WEATHER INFORMATION
Receive weather reports with information on wind and visibility conditions, air pressure and more. You can also access the NEXRAD weather radar as well as METAR (Meteorological Aerodrome Report) and TAF (Terminal Aerodrome Forecast).
SATIQ TECHNOLOGY
Get high-precision track recording through multi-frequency reception of global satellite systems. SatIQ dynamically adjusts the mode to ensure optimal positioning and save battery power.
INTERNATIONAL TOPO MAPS
Pre-installed TopoActive maps from all over the world ensure that you always stay on the right track on your discovery tours. Conveniently download additional maps via WLAN.
NEXTFORK MAP TIPS
When navigating, a quick glance is all it takes to see the distance to the next junction and the name of the trail.
POINTS OF INTEREST ALONG THE ROUTE
Receive clear information during competitions for specific POI points along your route, such as water and supply stations. You can also add further individual points of interest along the route.
SKIVIEW MAPS
See the names of ski slopes and view difficulty ratings for more than 2,000 preloaded ski resorts worldwide.
GOLF COURSE MAPS
Get CourseView maps for more than 43,000 worldwide golf courses, preloaded and in color.
RECORD EVERY ACTIVITY
Use pre-installed activity profiles to capture extensive data based on your movement data, personalized analysis and recommendations. You can even record activities for team sports like soccer and tennis.
TRAINING APP
The training app for your Garmin sports watch makes it easier for you to organize your training for all your sports. The app shows you the daily training recommendations as well as the training sessions created or downloaded in Garmin Connect. You can also view the history of your completed training sessions directly on the sports watch.
SKI TOURS AND SPLITBOARD TOURS
Special activity profiles for ski tours and splitboard tours that precisely record ascents and descents. These profiles support both manual and automatic modes to switch between ascent and descent and record your statistics correctly.
XC SKI POWER
A function specially developed for cross-country skiers to measure the power generated during cross-country skiing in real time. The power output is displayed in watts based on factors such as speed, altitude changes, wind and snow conditions. This data helps you to make your training more effective and optimize your performance.
MTB DYNAMICS
MTB Dynamics provides detailed analytics for mountain bikers, including jump metrics to track number, distance and airtime, Grit to assess trail difficulty based on terrain and GPS data, and Flow to analyze riding fluidity based on speed and line choice.
CLIMBPRO
A function specially developed for cyclists and runners to effectively manage climbs on a planned route. It provides detailed information on upcoming climbs, including gradient, distance and elevation gain. This data helps you to better manage your own effort and make the entire tour more efficient.
PACEPRO
PacePro helps you to adapt your speed optimally to the terrain. Based on the distance, elevation profile and target pace, the function calculates a strategy with precise pace targets for each section.
RUNNING EFFICIENCY DATA
Garmin running efficiency data provides detailed metrics to analyze your running technique. These include cadence, stride length, ground contact time and vertical movement. This data helps you to improve your running performance and minimize the risk of injury.
MULTISPORT AUTOCHANGE
This function recognizes when the type of sport changes during multisport activities. Whether swimming, cycling or running - concentrate fully on the competition and leave it to the smartwatch to record the splits.
ENDURANCE VALUE
This value shows the development of your endurance and the ability to complete longer periods of exercise, taking into account all recorded sporting activities. Among other things, your short and long-term training loads and your VO2max value are used to measure the progress of your endurance across all sports.
HILL SCORE
The Hill Score shows you your development in uphill running, based on your training history and your VO2max. In addition, a value is calculated for your ability to run steep climbs and for your running endurance on long climbs.
TERRAIN SHADING
Terrain shading helps you to develop better situational awareness on the mountain. Use the shading to identify steeper sections where you will find it harder to make progress or flatter sections where you will find it easier.
WEATHER MAPS
The weather map overlay gives you information on precipitation, cloud cover, temperature and wind so that you can make even better decisions during your outdoor activities. In conjunction with your smartphone and an active data connection, you will always receive the latest weather data directly on your device.
ACUTE-CHRONIC LOAD RATIO
The acute-chronic load ratio compares your acute training load with the chronic training load. The acute training load is the average load of the last 10 days, the chronic load is the average of the last 35 days. From the resulting ratio, you can draw conclusions about your training, avoid overloading and optimally control your training load, for example in recovery weeks.
TRAINING READINESS
The training readiness combines your current training load with other health data such as recovery, sleep and stress and individually assesses your readiness for the next training session.
MORNING REPORT
The Morning Report shows you a summary of your sleep and HRV status as soon as you wake up and provides you with your daily training recommendation.
OVERVIEW OF TRAINED MUSCLES
The overview of trained muscles already familiar from the strength training app can now also be displayed according to HIIT, cardio and Pilates activities. You can display the overview directly on the watch or alternatively in Garmin Connect.
GARMIN COACH
Prepare for your next competition, train for a milestone or simply improve your fitness with adaptive Coach or pre-made training plans. Garmin Coach offers customized training plans that adapt to your progress and goals in real time. You can use your plans for different distances and fitness goals such as 5K, 10K or marathons.
HIIT WORKOUTS
Record your HIIT workouts, including AMRAP (As Many Rounds As Possible), EMOM (Every Minute on the Minute), Tabata intervals or custom workouts.
ANIMATED WORKOUTS
Pre-installed training programs that show you the correct execution of exercises through animations on the display. This function includes various training categories, including yoga, Pilates, cardio and strength training. The animations serve as a visual guide to ensure that you perform the exercises with the correct form and technique.
HEART RATE MONITORING
With wrist-based heart rate monitoring, the smartwatch helps you to monitor your training intensity by regularly measuring your heart rate. This allows you to better assess how hard you are training during your activities and track your progress.
In addition, the Garmin Watch uses built-in sensors to capture ECG data and enable even more accurate monitoring of your heart health. The Garmin ECG app analyzes the recording for signs of an irregular heart rhythm, such as atrial fibrillation. This gives you a detailed overview of your heart health and helps to identify potential risks at an early stage.
OXYGEN LEVEL MEASUREMENT
The integrated Pulse Ox sensor, which measures the oxygen content in the blood to determine how well the body absorbs and distributes oxygen. This measurement is made using light waves reflected through the skin to measure blood oxygen saturation. The sensor is particularly useful for activities at high altitudes, where blood oxygen levels can drop, and is also used to monitor sleep quality by providing information on whether blood oxygen levels decrease during sleep.
ANALYSIS OF RESPIRATORY DYNAMICS
This function analyzes the change in breathing patterns and refers to a physiological metric that is measured especially during activities with heart rate and breathing monitoring. Garmin uses this metric to detect sudden or unusual changes in breathing rhythm that may indicate physical or mental stress, illness or changes in training status.
HEALTH SNAPSHOT
Complete a 2-minute session to record key health statistics and then create a report to share with your doctor.
ACCIDENT DETECTION
The Garmin Watch's accident detection uses a variety of sensors to automatically detect accidents and falls. If a fall is detected, the watch automatically sends a notification to preset contacts or emergency services and informs them of your current location. This function can also be triggered manually, for example if you feel unsafe in a situation and need help.
TELEPHONY AND VOICE ASSISTANCE
Enjoy the convenience of making and answering calls directly from your wrist or using your smartphone's voice assistant to reply to text messages.
SMART NOTIFICATIONS
Receive emails, text messages and time-sensitive notifications directly on your smartwatch when it is paired with your smartphone. So you can stay up to date without having to take your phone out of your pocket.
MUSIC
Download songs and playlists from your Spotify, Deezer or Amazon Music account and push yourself through intense workouts with the right beat. Wireless headphones can be paired directly with the smartwatch
PASSCODE
Protect your sensitive data with a passcode so that no one else can access it. The smartwatch automatically recognizes when it is removed from the wrist and then requires the code to be entered for further use.
GARMIN PAY
Enjoy the freedom of traveling without cash. Simply make contactless payments with your smartwatch.
GARMIN CONNECT IQ STORE
Download exclusive apps, themes and advanced data fields directly to your smartwatch and get more out of your Garmin sports watch.
GARMIN CONNECT APP
The Garmin Connect app serves as a control center for all your recorded data and fitness data. It offers you detailed insights into your activity and health metrics and supports you in planning and implementing training programs. You can set goals, track your progress and access comprehensive analyses. You can also interact with the Garmin community and take part in challenges to motivate you even more.
No matter which mobile operating system you use, the Garmin Connect app is available for both iOS and Android.
Garmin is a world leader in mobile navigation and satellite communications. Founded in 1989 with five employees in the United States, the company now has over 9,000 employees worldwide and has established itself through the development of innovative products in the field of navigation and communication. To date, over 43 million Garmin devices have been sold, underlining the trust placed in the brand. The name "Garmin" is made up of the first names of the two founders, Gary Burrell and Dr. Min Kao, and reflects the close partnership and innovative spirit that has characterized the company from the very beginning.
A milestone was the launch of the GPS 100 in 1991, a navigation system for boaters and pilots. It was the first of its kind and marked the beginning of Garmin's focus on GPS technology.
In 2003, Garmin launched the Forerunner 201, the first GPS sports watch specifically for runners. This device was the first to integrate GPS technology into a wearable watch and enabled precise measurements of speed, distance and distance traveled. The Forerunner 201 paved the way for today's generation of smartwatches, which not only serve as powerful training aids, but also offer comprehensive functions for monitoring health and general well-being.
Garmin works constantly and with great commitment to further develop each smartwatch through regular software updates and to equip it with new functions. These updates not only fix bugs, but also bring innovative features and contribute to an ever-improving user experience. It is therefore advisable to update your new acquisition with the latest software immediately after unpacking it. This will ensure that all the functions and improvements described are available to you right from the start.
Technical data:
Device dimensions: 51 x 51 x 15.4 mm
Housing material: fiber-reinforced polymer
Back material: titanium
Watch glass material: Sapphire crystal
Bezel material: Titanium
Strap: Nylon or silicone (depending on strap)
Wrist circumference: 127 - 210 mm
Display type: MIP
Display size: 1.4" (35 mm)
Resolution: 280 x 280 pixels
Pixel density: 200 PPI
Touchscreen: yes (can also be operated via buttons)
Power supply: permanently installed lithium-ion battery
Charging connection: proprietary Garmin charging terminal
Max. operating time without solar charging: 30 days in smartwatch mode, 48 days in energy-saving mode, 95 hours with continuous GPS recording
Max. operating time with solar charging: 48 days in smartwatch mode, 107 days in energy-saving mode, 149 hours with continuous GPS recording
Water resistance: 10 ATM (approved for dives to a depth of 40 meters)
Connectivity: Bluetooth, ANT+, Wi-Fi
Sensors: heart rate sensor, barometer, temperature sensor, acceleration sensor, rotation sensor, magnetometer, light sensor, depth gauge
Satellite navigation: GPS, Galileo, GLONASS, QZSS, Beidou
Internal memory: 32 GB
Compatible with running sensor: yes
Map compatible: yes
Speed sensor: optionally connectable
Cadence sensor: optionally connectable
Heart rate measurement on the wrist: yes (ECG measurement and recording possible)
App: Garmin Connect(Apple App Store, Google Play Store), Garmin Connect IQ(Apple App Store, Google Play Store)
Color smartwatch: black
Strap color: black (nylon strap), black/dark grey (silicone strap)
Weight according to manufacturer: 95g
Weight when weighed: n.a.
Scope of delivery:
1x GARMIN Tactix 8 SOLAR | GPS Multisport Smartwatch | 51 mm
1x nylon strap
1x silicone wristband
1x USB-C charging/data cable
1x Quick start guide
Note: Please note the information on the battery regulation.
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