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Garmin tactix 8 AMOLED 51mm Slate Grey Cerakote Smart Watch
R36,849.00
SKU
010-04553-02
Sapphire crystal lens
Titanium with cerakote coating bezel
127-210 mm wrist circumference
Silicone strap material
Description
Introducing the Garmin tactix 8 AMOLED 51mm Slate Grey Cerakote Smart Watch. A rugged, high-performance tactical smartwatch built for elite adventurers, outdoor professionals, military personnel, and serious athletes who demand precision, durability, and advanced functionality. Crafted with a premium sapphire crystal lens and a titanium bezel finished with a durable Cerakote coating, the tactix 8 combines exceptional resilience with a refined tactical aesthetic. Its fibre-reinforced polymer case with titanium rear cover provides superior toughness while maintaining comfort for all-day wear. The large 1.4-inch AMOLED display delivers sharp visuals, vibrant colours, and excellent readability in both daylight and low-light environments, making it ideal for challenging outdoor conditions.
Designed for extreme endurance and mission-ready performance, the Garmin tactix 8 offers impressive battery efficiency with up to 29 days in smartwatch mode and up to 41 days in battery saver mode. For users relying heavily on navigation and outdoor tracking, the watch provides extensive GPS performance across multiple satellite systems including GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS, and BeiDou, enhanced by SatIQ technology for intelligent battery optimisation. Advanced navigation tools such as breadcrumb routing, TracBack, ClimbPro ascent planning, preloaded maps, and waypoint projection make this smartwatch exceptionally capable for hiking, overlanding, mountaineering, and tactical field operations. The built-in multicolour LED flashlight adds practical visibility for night activities, emergencies, or tactical scenarios.
What sets the tactix 8 apart is its dedicated suite of tactical and mission-specific features engineered for professional and operational use. Tactical functions such as stealth mode, kill switch, night vision compatibility, jumpmaster mode, dual grid coordinates, and stage timer provide specialised support for field operations and strategic training environments. The integrated Applied Ballistics solver enhances long-range shooting precision, while the dedicated rucking activity profile enables users to accurately track load-bearing workouts and endurance sessions. Aviation tools including worldwide airport databases, METAR and TAF weather reports, moving maps, and horizontal situation indicators further expand the watchs utility for pilots and aviation enthusiasts.
Beyond tactical functionality, the Garmin tactix 8 excels as a comprehensive health, fitness, and multisport training companion. It continuously monitors heart rate, stress levels, Pulse Ox blood oxygen saturation, respiration, sleep quality, skin temperature, and Body Battery energy levels to provide a detailed overview of overall wellness and recovery. Athletes benefit from advanced training metrics such as VO2 max, endurance score, training load analysis, HRV status, real-time stamina, recovery insights, and sport-specific workout recommendations. The watch supports an enormous range of activities including running, cycling, swimming, diving, climbing, skiing, golf, boxing, martial arts, and triathlon training, making it suitable for nearly every type of athlete or outdoor enthusiast.
The tactix 8 is also engineered for underwater performance with a 40-metre dive rating and comprehensive dive functionality for both scuba and apnea diving. Divers can access decompression modelling, Nitrox support, dive planning tools, depth monitoring, ascent and descent indicators, and a fully featured 3-axis dive compass. Automatic dive entry logging, tide tracking, no-fly time monitoring, and synchronisation with the Garmin Dive mobile app ensure divers have access to detailed underwater performance and safety information. Combined with durable leakproof inductive buttons and configurable backlighting, the watch remains reliable in harsh aquatic environments.
As an everyday smartwatch, the Garmin tactix 8 provides a premium connected experience with smart notifications, Bluetooth calling support, music controls, Garmin Messenger compatibility, voice command functionality, weather forecasting, and seamless syncing with Garmin Connect Mobile. The watch supports both Android and iPhone devices and includes Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and ANT+ connectivity for pairing with a wide range of sensors and accessories. With its combination of elite tactical tools, advanced training features, premium materials, and comprehensive outdoor capabilities, the Garmin tactix 8 AMOLED 51mm stands out as one of the most advanced and versatile tactical smartwatches available for professionals, explorers, and performance-driven users.
Features
- Sapphire crystal lens
- Titanium with cerakote coating bezel
- 127-210 mm wrist circumference
- Silicone strap material
- Fibre-reinforced polymer with titanium rear cover case
- Bright, crisp amoled display
- Up to 29 days of battery life in smartwatch mode
- Dedicated tactical features such as rucking activity and applied ballistics solver
- Bright, built-in multicolour led flashlight
- Reach new depths with a 40-metre dive rating
- Sport-specific strength workouts
Specifications
| Brand | Garmin |
| General | |
| Strap Material | Silicone |
| Lens Material | Sapphire crystal |
| Bezel Material | titanium with Cerakote coating |
| Case Material | Fibre-reinforced polymer with titanium rear cover |
| Quickfit Watch Band Compatible | Included (26 mm) |
| Physical Size | 51mm x 51mm x 14.7 mm |
| Fits Wrists With The Following Circumference: | |
| Silicone Band | 127-210 Mm |
| Weight | 94 g (case only: 66 g) |
| Leakproof Inductive Buttons | Yes |
| Built-In Speaker/Microphone | Yes |
| Display Size | 35.56 mm (1.4) diameter |
| Display Resolution | 454 x 454 pixels |
| Colour Display | Yes |
| Large Font Option | Yes |
| Battery Type | Lithium ion |
| Battery Life | |
| Smartwatch | Up to 29 days (13 days always-on) |
| Battery Saver Watch Mode | Up To 41 Days |
| Gps Only | Up To 84 Hours (65 Hours Always-On ) |
| All Satellite Systems | Up To 68 Hours (54 Hours Always-On) |
| All Satellite Systems + Multi-Band | Up To 62 Hours (49 Hours Always-On) |
| All Satellite Systems + Music | Up To 18 Hours |
| Max Battery Gps | Up To 145 Hours |
| Expedition Gps | Up To 31 Days |
| Charging Method | Garmin proprietary plug charger |
| Memory/History | 32 GB |
| Clock Features | |
| Time/Date | Yes |
| Gps Time Sync | Yes |
| Automatic Daylight Saving Time | Yes |
| Alarm Clock | Yes |
| Smart Wake Alarm | Yes |
| Timer | Yes |
| Stopwatch | Yes |
| Sunrise/Sunset Times | Yes |
| Health & Wellness Monitoring | |
| Wrist-Based Heart Rate (Constant, Every Second) | Yes |
| Resting Heart Rate | Yes |
| Abnormal Heart Rate Alerts | Yes (high and low) |
| Respiration Rate | Yes |
| Fitness Age | Yes |
| Body Battery Energy Monitor | Yes |
| All-Day Stress | Yes |
| Relaxation Breathing Timer | Yes |
| Breathwork | Yes |
| Sleep | Yes (advanced) |
| Sleep Coach | Yes |
| Sleep Alignment | Yes |
| Breathing Variations | Yes |
| Nap Detection | Yes |
| Hydration | Yes (in Garmin Connect and optional Connect IQ widget) |
| Women'S Health | Yes (in Garmin Connect and optional Connect IQ widget) |
| Health Snapshot | Yes |
| Skin Temperature | Yes |
| Jet Lag Adviser | Yes |
| Lifestyle Logging | Yes |
| Health Status | Yes |
| Sensors | |
| Gps | Yes |
| Glonass | Yes |
| Galileo | Yes |
| Qzss | Yes |
| Beidou | Yes |
| Satiq Technology | Yes |
| Garmin Elevate Wrist Heart Rate Monitor | Yes |
| Pulse Ox Blood Oxygen Saturation Monitor | Yes |
| Barometric Altimeter | Yes |
| Compass | Yes |
| Gyroscope | Yes |
| Accelerometer | Yes |
| Thermometer | Yes |
| Ambient Light Sensor | Yes |
| Depth Sensor | Yes (to 40 m) |
| Daily Smart Features | |
| Find My Phone | Yes |
| Find My Garmin (Helps Locate Lost Device) | Yes |
| Find My Phone During Gps Activity | Yes |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth, ANT+, Wi-Fi |
| Connect Iq (Downloadable Watch Faces, Data Fields And Apps) | Yes |
| On-Device Connect Iq Store | Yes |
| Smart Notifications | Yes |
| Text Response/Reject Phone Call With Text (Android Only) | Yes |
| View Images From Notifications On Watch (Android Only) | Yes |
| Morning Report | Yes |
| Evening Report | Yes |
| Calendar | Yes |
| Weather Forecasts | Yes |
| Realtime Settings Sync With Garmin Connect Mobile | Yes |
| Battery Saver - Customisable Low Power Watch | Yes |
| Controls Smartphone Music | Yes |
| Plays And Controls Watch Music | Yes |
| Compatible With Garmin Messenger App | Yes |
| Smart Trainer Control | Yes |
| Compatible With Garmin Connect Mobile | Yes |
| Smartphone Compatibility | iPhone, Android |
| Stocks | Yes |
| Bluetooth Phone Calling And Voice Assistant Support | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes |
| Red Shift Mode | Yes |
| Garmin Share | Yes |
| Passcode | Yes |
| Calculator | Yes |
| Workout And Training Plans | |
| Daily Suggested Workout - Running (Pace And Heart Rate Based) | Yes |
| Daily Suggested Workout - Cycling (Pace And Heart Rate Based) | Yes |
| Garmin Running Coach | Yes |
| Garmin Running Coach Experts | Yes |
| Garmin Cycling Coach | Yes |
| Garmin Coach - Prebuilt Cycling Plans | Yes |
| Garmin Coach - Strength | Yes |
| Garmin Triathlon Coach | Yes |
| Multisport Workouts | Yes |
| Cardio Workouts | Yes |
| Strength Workouts | Yes |
| Hiit Workouts | Yes |
| Yoga Workouts | Yes |
| Pilates Workouts | Yes |
| On-Screen Workout Animations | Yes |
| On-Screen Workout Muscle Map | Yes |
| Activity Profiles | |
| Gym | Strength, HIIT, Cardio, Elliptical Training, Stair Stepping, Floor Climbing, Indoor rowing, Jump Roping |
| Multisport | Swimming/Running, Triathlon |
| Wellness | Walking, Pilates, Yoga, Indoor Walking, Mobility |
| Indoor Running | Treadmill Running, Indoor Track Running, Virtual running |
| Outdoor Running | Running, Outdoor Track Running, Trail Running, Ultra Running, Obstacle Racing |
| Outdoor Recreation | Hiking, Rucking, Indoor Climbing, Bouldering, Climbing, Hunting, Horseback Riding, Golfing, Disc Golf, Archery |
| Cycling | Biking, Road biking, Mountain Biking, Gravel biking, Bike commuting, Bike touring, eBiking, eMountain Biking, Indoor Biking, Cyclocross, BMX |
| Swim | Pool Swimming, Open Water Swimming |
| On The Water | Stand Up Paddleboarding, Rowing, Kayaking, Surfing, Kiteboarding, Windsurfing, Fishing, Boating, Sailing, Water Skiing, Wakeboarding, Wakesurfing, Tubing, Snorkeling, Whitewater |
| Motor Sports | Motorcycling, Overlanding, Motocrossing, ATVing, Snowmobiling |
| Racket Sports | Tennis, Pickleball, Badminton, Squash, Table Tennis, Padel, Platform Tennis, Racquetball |
| Snow & Winter | Skiing, Snowboarding, Backcountry Snowboarding, XC Classic Skiing, XC Skate Skiing, Backcountry Skiing, Ice Skating, Snowshoeing |
| Sport Profiles | Basketball, Volleyball, Field Hockey, Ice Hockey, Soccer, American Football, Lacrosse, Rugby, Ultimate Disc, Cricket, Softball, Baseball |
| In The Ring | Boxing, Mixed martial arts |
| Dive | Scuba Diving (single gas), Apnea Diving |
| Other Activity Profiles | Flying, Jumpmaster, Tactical, Inline Skating |
| Safety And Tracking Features | |
| Incident Detection During Select Activities | Yes |
| Incident Detection Alert On Phone For Wearables | Yes |
| Assistance | Yes |
| Live Event Sharing | Yes |
| Tactical Features | |
| Ballistics Solver | Yes |
| Dual Grid Coordinates | Yes |
| Kill Switch | Yes |
| Night Vision Mode | Yes |
| Stage Timer | Yes |
| Stealth Mode | Yes |
| Gaming Features | |
| Gaming Activity | Yes |
| Gameon App Compatible | Yes |
| Diving Features | |
| Dive Activity Maximum Operating Depth | 40 metres |
| Single-Gas Mode | Yes |
| Apnoea Mode | Yes |
| Decompression Model | Bhlmann ZHL-16c w/ Gradient Factors |
| Nitrox Support | Yes |
| Gas Mixes | Air, Nitrox (21-40% Oxygen) |
| Po2 | Up to 1.6 with customisable Deco settings |
| Auto Start/End Dive | Yes |
| Custom End-Dive Timeout | Yes (20 sec to 10 min) |
| Safety Stop | Yes (customisable Off/3min/5min) |
| Deep Stops | Yes (using custom Gradient Factors) |
| Customisable Conservatism | Yes (Low/Medium/High) |
| Dive Ascent/Descent Rate Indicator | Yes |
| Automatic Altitude Adjustment | Yes |
| No Fly Time | Yes |
| Dive Planner | Yes (Basic NDL & Gas Planner) |
| Tides | Yes |
| Backlight | Yes (configurable intensity always on) |
| Automatically Saves Dive Entry And Exit Locations | Yes |
| Sync Dive Log To Garmin Dive Mobile App | Yes |
| Alerts & Alarms | Yes (vibration only) |
| 3-Axis Dive Compass | Yes (with adjustable heading, quick change to 90R, 90L, and Reciprocal. Indicates degrees and direction back to set heading) |
| Missed Deco Lockout | Yes (can be disabled prior to dive with user acknowledgement) |
| Surface Diver Status Widget | Yes (surface Interval, no fly time, N2 loading, CNS, OTU, and Tissue Compartment status) |
| Aviation Features | |
| Worldwide Airport Database(S) | Yes |
| 3-Axis Compass With Hsi (Horizontal Situation Indicator) | Yes |
| Multiple Time Zones With Zulu/Utc | Yes |
| Moving Map With Aviation Airports, Navaids, Roads, Bodies Of Water And More | Yes |
| Worldwide Navaid And Intersection Database(S) | Yes |
| In-Flight Pulse Ox | Yes |
| Metar (Meteorological Aerodrome Report) | Yes |
| Taf (Terminal Aerodrome Forecast) | Yes |
| Boating Features | |
| Wearable Trolling Motor Remote | Yes |
| Activity Tracking Features | |
| Step Counter | Yes |
| Move Alerts (Displays On Device After A Period Of Inactivity Walk For A Couple Of Minutes To Reset It) | Yes |
| Auto Goal (Learns Your Activity Level And Assigns A Daily Step Goal) | Yes |
| Calories Burned | Yes |
| Floors Climbed | Yes |
| Distance Travelled | Yes |
| Intensity Minutes | Yes |
| Trueup | Yes |
| Move Iq | Yes |
| Garmin Connect Challenges App | Yes (optional Connect IQ app) |
| Automatic Rep Counting | Yes |
| Training, Planning And Analysis Features | |
| Customisable Screen(S) | Yes |
| Downloadable Training Plans | Yes |
| Course Guidance | Yes |
| Hr Zones | Yes |
| Hr Alerts | Yes |
| Hr Calories | Yes |
| % Hr Max | Yes |
| % Hrr | Yes |
| Recovery Time | Yes |
| Auto Max Hr | Yes |
| Race Glance/Widget | Yes |
| Hrv Status | Yes |
| Hrv Stress Test (Measures Your Heart Rate Variability While Standing Still, For 3 Minutes, To Provide You With An Estimated Stress Level The Scale Of This Is 1 To 100 Low Scores Indicate Lower Stress Levels) | Yes (with compatible accessory) |
| Hr Broadcast (Broadcasts Hr Data Over Ant+ To Paired Devices) | Yes |
| Respiration Rate (During Exercise) | Yes (with compatible accessory) |
| Gps Speed And Distance | Yes |
| Customisable Activity Profiles | Yes |
| Auto Pause Automatic Timer Halt | Yes |
| Interval Training | Yes |
| Improved Interval (Includes Open Repeats, Intervals Data Page, Rest Screen And Auto Detection) | Yes |
| Advanced Workouts | Yes |
| Power Modes - Customisable In-Activity Battery Settings | Yes |
| Hrm Running Pace And Distance | Yes |
| Auto Lap Interval Tracking Feature | Yes |
| Manual Lap | Yes |
| Rest Timer | Yes |
| Configurable Lap Alerts | Yes |
| Heat And Altitude Acclimation | Yes |
| Vo2 Max (Run) | Yes |
| Vo2 Max (Trail Run) | Yes |
| Real-Time Stamina | Yes |
| Endurance Score | Yes |
| Load Ratio | Yes |
| Training Load | Yes |
| Training Load Focus | Yes |
| Training Effect | Yes |
| Training Effect (Anaerobic) | Yes |
| Primary Benefit (Training Effect Labels) | Yes |
| Workout Benefit | Yes |
| Customisable Alerts | Yes |
| Voice Alerts | Yes |
| Multisport Auto Transition | Yes |
| Finish Time | Yes |
| Virtual Partner | Yes |
| Race An Activity | Yes |
| Multi-Sport | Yes |
| Garmin Live Segments | Yes |
| Strava Live Segments | Yes |
| Round-Trip Course Creator (Running/Cycling) | Yes |
| Trendline Popularity Routing | Yes |
| Touch And/Or Button Lock | Yes |
| Shortcuts | Yes |
| Auto Scroll | Yes |
| Activity History On Watch | Yes |
| Physio Trueup | Yes |
| Unified Training Status | Yes |
| Running Features | |
| Gps-Based Distance, Time And Pace | Yes |
| Running Dynamics | Yes |
| Step Speed Loss | Yes (with compatible accessory) |
| Vertical Oscillation And Ratio | Yes |
| Ground Contact Time And Balance | Yes (with compatible accessory) |
| Stride Length (Real Time) | Yes |
| Cadence (Provides Real-Time Number Of Steps Per Minute) | Yes |
| Running Tolerance | Yes |
| Running Economy | Yes (with compatible accessory) |
| Running Power | Yes |
| Grade-Adjusted Pace | Yes |
| Performance Condition | Yes |
| Lactate Threshold | Yes (with compatible accessory) |
| Pacepro Pacing Strategies | Yes |
| Run Workouts | Yes |
| Hill Score | Yes |
| Trail Run Auto Climb | Yes |
| Race Predictor | Yes |
| Course- And Weather-Specific Race Predictor | Yes |
| Projected Race Time | Yes |
| Foot Pod Capable | Yes |
| Run/Walk/Stand Detection | Yes |
| Golfing Features | |
| Preloaded With 43,000 Courses Worldwide | Yes |
| Yardage To F/M/B (Distance To Front, Middle And Back Of Green) | Yes |
| Yardage To Layups/Doglegs | Yes |
| Measures Shot Distance (Calculates Exact Yardage For Shots From Anywhere On Course) | Automatic |
| Digital Scorecard | Yes |
| Custom Targets | Yes |
| Stat Tracking (Strokes, Putts Per Round, Greens And Fairways Hit) | Yes |
| Garmin Autoshot | Yes |
| Full Vector Map | Yes |
| Auto Courseview Updates | Yes |
| Green View With Manual Pin Position | Yes |
| Hazards And Course Targets | Yes |
| Pinpointer | Yes |
| Playslike Distance | Yes |
| Touch-Targeting (Touch Target On Display To See The Distance To Any Point) | Yes |
| Handicap Scoring | Yes |
| Swing Tempo | Yes |
| Tempo Training | Yes |
| Round Timer/Odometer | Yes |
| Automatic Club Tracking Compatible (Requires Accessory) | Yes |
| Wind Speed And Direction (Requires Connection To The Golf App) | Yes |
| Virtual Caddie | Yes |
| Pairs With Garmin Golf App | Yes |
| Tournament Legal | Yes |
| Green Contours (With Garmin Golf Membership) | Yes |
| Outdoor Recreation | |
| Point-To-Point Navigation | Yes |
| Bread Crumb Trail In Real Time | Yes |
| Back To Start | Yes |
| Tracback | Yes |
| Ultratrac Mode | Yes |
| Explore Nearby | Yes |
| Up Ahead | Yes |
| Nextfork Navigation | Yes |
| Elevation Profile | Yes |
| Distance To Destination | Yes |
| Barometric Trend Indicator With Storm Alert | Yes |
| Climbpro Ascent Planner | Yes |
| Vertical Speed | Yes |
| Total Ascent/Descent | Yes |
| Rest Timer (Ultra Run Only) | Yes |
| Auto Rest | Yes |
| Future Elevation Plot | Yes |
| Preloaded Road And Trail Maps | Yes (Sapphire Editions only) |
| Preloaded Ski Resort Maps | Yes |
| Downloadable Cartography Support | Yes |
| Gps Coordinates | Yes |
| Sight 'N Go | Yes |
| Fish Forecast | Yes |
| Projected Waypoint | Yes |
| Sun And Moon Information | Yes |
| Expedition Gps Activity | Yes |
| Tides | Yes |
| Tides Glance | Yes |
| Cycling Features | |
| Courses | Yes |
| Bike Lap And Lap Maximum Power (With Power Sensor) | Yes |
| Race An Activity | Yes |
| Alerts (Triggers Alarm When You Reach Goals Including Time, Distance, Heart Rate Or Calories) | Yes |
| Ftp (Functional Threshold Power) | Yes (with compatible accessory) |
| Power Curve And % Ftp Workouts | Yes |
| Garmin Cycle Map (Routable Cycling-Specific Street Map) | Yes |
| Mtb Grit & Flow | Yes |
| Advanced Cycling Dynamics | Yes |
| Compatible With Vector And Rally (Power Meters) | Yes |
| Compatible With Varia Vision (Head-Mounted Display) | Yes |
| Compatible With Varia Radar (Rear-Facing Radar) | Yes |
| Compatible With Varia Lights | Yes |
| Compatible With Varia Headlight Camera | Yes |
| Speed And Cadence Sensor Support (W/Sensor) | Yes |
| Power Meter Compatible | Yes |
| Power Guide | Yes |
| Swimming Features | |
| Open-Water Swim Metrics (Distance, Pace, Stroke Count/Rate, Stroke Distance, Swim Efficiency (Swolf), Calories) | Yes |
| Pool Swim Metrics (Lengths, Distance, Pace, Stroke Count, Swim Efficiency (Swolf), Calories) | Yes |
| Stroke Type Detection (Freestyle, Backstroke, Breaststroke, Butterfly) (Pool Swim Only) | Yes |
| Drill Logging (Pool Swim Only) | Yes |
| Basic Rest Timer (Up From 0) (Pool Swim Only) | Yes |
| "Repeat On" Rest Timer (Pool Swim Only) | Yes |
| Auto Rest (Pool Swim Only) | Yes |
| Time And Distance Alerts | Yes |
| Pacing Alerts (Pool Swim Only) | Yes |
| Countdown Start | Yes |
| Pool Swim Workouts | Yes |
| Critical Swim Speed | Yes |
| Underwater Wrist-Based Heart Rate | Yes |
| Heart Rate From External Hrm (Real-Time During Rests, Interval And Session Stats During Rests, And Automatic Heart Rate Download Post-Swim) | Yes (with HRM-Tri, HRM-Swim, HRM-Pro or HRM-Pro Plus) |
Package Contents
- 1x garmin tactix 8 amoled 51mm slate grey cerakote smart watch
- 1x charging/data cable
- 1x documentation
| Free Shipping | No |
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