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The Garmin Alpha 300 series is a dog-tracking handheld with a 3.5" touchscreen, Australian topo mapping and tracking of up to 20 dogs and hunters; the Alpha 300i adds inReach satellite messaging and SOS.
Key numbers: range 14.5 kilometres with compatible dog devices, display Transflective, colour TFT touchscreen, battery Up to 55 hours, water rating IPX7.
At a Glance
| 14.5 kilometres with compatible dog devicesRange | Transflective, colour TFT touchscreenDisplay | Up to 55 hoursBattery |
| IPX7Water rating | 280 g with standard antenna…Weight |
Key Features
- Bright 3.5" touchscreen and buttons – brighter display with up to a 2.5-second update rate, glove-friendly touch and readable in varied light.
- Track up to 20 dogs to 14.5 km – monitor up to 20 dogs with compatible collars from up to 14.5 km away on VHF. Up to 20 assets in total (dogs plus handhelds).
- Channel View – shows how many collars are in the area so you can pick less congested channels and avoid interference.
- inReach SOS and messaging (300i) – alpha 300i: interactive SOS, two-way text messaging and location sharing via inReach satellite technology (subscription required).
- Long user-replaceable battery – up to 55 hours, or up to 50 hours on the 300i with inReach enabled.
- TopoActive AU & NZ maps and satellite imagery – preloaded TopoActive Australia & New Zealand maps, satellite imagery direct to the device (no annual subscription), and Outdoor Maps+ capable.
- Group management and dog list – store up to 250 dogs, save groups of dogs and people, and see when a dog is 'treed' or 'on point'.
- Backward compatible with navigation sensors – pairs with select T and TT series collars. Multi-GNSS (GPS and Galileo), barometric altimeter and tilt-compensated 3-axis compass.
Best For
- Pig dog hunting in big country
- Tracking several dogs and hunting mates at once
- Remote areas outside mobile coverage (Alpha 300i)
Specifications
| General | |
|---|---|
| Display Type | Transflective, colour TFT touchscreen |
| Display Size | (WxH) 4.7 cm x 7.7 cm, 3.5″ diag (88.9 mm) |
| Display Resolution | 282 x 470 pixels |
| Also includes | Touchscreen |
| Maps & Memory | |
| Memory/History | 16 GB |
| Preloaded maps | Yes (TopoActive Australia & New Zealand) |
| Ability to add maps | Yes (see Additional) |
| Automatic routing (turn by turn routing on roads) for outdoor activities | Yes (with optional mapping for detailed roads) |
| Satellite imagery | Yes (direct to device; no annual subscription required) |
| External memory storage | microSD card (not included) |
| Waypoints/favorites/locations | 10,000 |
| Tracks | Up to 20 assets (any combination of compatible dog devices and handhelds) |
| Navigation Track Log | 20,000 points, 250 saved spx tracks, 300 saved fit activities |
| Navigation Routes | 250 |
| Also includes | LiveTrack, Custom maps compatible, Dog tracking |
| Sensors | |
| Compass | Yes (tilt-compensated 3-axis) |
| Also includes | GPS, Galileo, Barometric altimeter, Location reporting |
| Navigation & Safety | |
| Stored contacts | 250 dogs |
| Frequency band | VHF |
| Channels | 5 |
| Range | 14.5 kilometres with compatible dog devices |
| Also includes | Contacts |
| Connectivity | |
| Interface | High-speed USB-C |
| Wireless Connectivity | Yes (Wi-Fi®, BLE and ANT+®) |
| Also includes | Compatible with Garmin Explore™ app |
| Power | |
| Battery type | rechargeable lithium-ion (included) |
| Battery life | Up to 55 hours |
| Physical & Environmental | |
| Dimension | 6.8 x 16.2 x 3.4 cm *dimensions do not include antenna |
| Weight | 280 g with standard antenna and battery |
| Water rating | IPX7 |
In the Box
- Alpha® 300 handheld with rechargeable lithium-ion battery pack
- Belt clip
- USB-C cable
- Documentation
Watch It in Action
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does the battery last?
Garmin quotes: Up to 55 hours.
Is it legal to use in Australia?
This is the Australasian version sold by Garmin Australia, operating on the approved VHF dog-tracking band. Tracking is legal Australia-wide; electronic training collars are restricted in some states, so check your state's rules before using training functions.
Australian stock, supported by Garmin Australasia for warranty and service, in addition to your rights under Australian Consumer Law. Not sure which model suits your needs? Get in touch and we'll help you choose.
