Swiss firm Garmin is providing sailors with a wide touchscreen so they can access real-time data.

The GPSMap15x3 chartplotter provides boaters, cruisers and sailors with a 38cm touchscreen with an edge-to-edge glass format that fits a wide range of dash configurations. Users can enjoy the advantages of dual screens without needing two separate units, making it easier to display the data and applications they use most.

“We are excited to add an ultrawide display option to our popular GPSMap x3 chartplotter series that offers boaters and anglers a more expansive, immersive field of view,” said Susan Lyman, Garmin vice president. “Coupled with its easy-to-use functionality, built-in mapping and superior sonar capabilities, the GPSMap 15×3 delivers an incredible experience at the helm.”

The wide display is optimised for viewing applications side by side and uses sidebar controls so users can customise and view the data they use most without switching screens.

High-definition ClearVüand SideVüscanning sonars offer vivid, high-contrast colour palettes to help distinguish fish from structure. Optional Panoptix, LiveScope live sonar and Chirp traditional sonar are also supported.

Built-in Navionics+ integrated mapping includes Auto Guidance+technologyand a one-year plan for downloadable daily updates. Users can also add Navionics Vision+ for premium features such as high-resolution relief shading and satellite imagery.

When integrated with a Garmin Force trolling motor, anglers can create routes, patterns and tracks for the trolling motor to follow while they fish. From the chartplotter screen, they can also control speed, check battery life and more.

Seamless connectivity lets users build an onboard marine system with compatible sonar, autopilot, radars, instruments, stereos, cameras and more by using NMEA networks or the Garmin Marine Network. They can also view essential engine information such as RPMs and fuel flow for compatible engine manufacturers.

The system lets users control all boat operations on one screen. Garmin’s EmpirBus digital switching can control lighting, power management and more, or the OneHelm integration lets users control third party systems and devices.

For simplified aftermarket and OEM installation, the GPSMap 15×3 (www.garmin.com/en-US/p/1872721) has two mounting options – a bail-mount option with inset knobs and a bracket to support the floating display installations, while a rear-mount option provides secure flush and flat-mount helm. It costs $4500. To learn more, visit garmin.com/marine.

Garmin (garmin.com) is incorporated in Switzerland, and its principal subsidiaries are in the USA, Taiwan and UK.