Built for demanding environments, the Garmin Instinct 3 Solar Tactical Edition combines rugged construction, advanced GPS navigation, solar charging, and mission-focused features in a 45mm smartwatch.
The durable fiber-reinforced polymer case features a metal-reinforced bezel, scratch-resistant Power Glass solar lens, and MIL-STD-810 testing for thermal and shock resistance. Multi-band GPS with SatIQ technology helps provide accurate positioning while optimizing battery life, while a built-in 3-axis compass and barometric altimeter support navigation in the field.
Dedicated tactical functions include Stealth Mode, Kill Switch, Jumpmaster activity, waypoint projection, dual-position GPS formatting, tactical and rucking activities, and compatibility with night vision goggles. The watch also includes a preloaded Applied Ballistics solver, which requires a separate one-time activation purchase.
A built-in LED flashlight provides adjustable illumination, while Garmin health, fitness, sleep, heart rate, and activity tracking make the Instinct 3 useful both on and off duty.
Features
- Solar-powered 45mm tactical GPS smartwatch
- Up to 28 days of smartwatch battery life or unlimited battery life with sufficient solar exposure
- Multi-band GPS with SatIQ technology for accurate positioning and optimized battery use
- Dedicated Stealth Mode and Kill Switch
- Jumpmaster, tactical, and rucking activity profiles
- Waypoint projection and dual-position GPS format
- Night vision goggle compatible
- Preloaded Applied Ballistics solver capability*
- Built-in LED flashlight with variable intensity and strobe modes
- Built-in 3-axis compass and barometric altimeter
- Wrist-based heart rate, Pulse Ox, sleep, fitness, and wellness tracking
- Metal-reinforced bezel and fiber-reinforced polymer case
- Scratch-resistant Power Glass solar charging lens
- Tested to MIL-STD-810 standards for thermal and shock resistance
- 10 ATM water rating
- Bluetooth and ANT+ connectivity
- Compatible with Android and Apple iOS smartphones
*Applied Ballistics solver requires a one-time purchase through the AB Quantum mobile app.
Specifications
| Brand | Garmin |
| Series | Instinct 3 |
| Edition | Solar Tactical Edition |
| Garmin Part Number | 010-02934-50 |
| UPC | 753759341664 |
| Color | Black with Black Band |
| Case Size | 45 mm |
| Dimensions | 45 x 45 x 14.9 mm |
| Weight | 52 g |
| Band Width | 22 mm |
| Wrist Fit | 137–204 mm |
| Band Material | Silicone |
| Lens | Power Glass |
| Case Material | Fiber-Reinforced Polymer |
| Bezel | Fiber-Reinforced Polymer / Aluminum |
| Display | Monochrome, Sunlight-Visible Transflective MIP |
| Display Size | 0.9 x 0.9 in. |
| Display Resolution | 176 x 176 pixels |
| Touchscreen | No |
| Water Rating | 10 ATM |
| GPS | Multi-Band GPS with SatIQ Technology |
| Sensors | 3-Axis Compass, Barometric Altimeter, Wrist Heart Rate, Pulse Ox |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth, ANT+ |
| Solar Charging | Yes |
| Rechargeable Battery | Yes |
| Smartwatch Battery Life | Up to 28 Days / Unlimited with Solar |
| Battery Saver Watch Mode | Up to 65 Days / Unlimited with Solar |
| GPS Only | Up to 40 Hours / 130 Hours with Solar |
| All Satellite Systems | Up to 28 Hours / 50 Hours with Solar |
| All Satellite Systems + Multi-Band | Up to 24 Hours / 40 Hours with Solar |
| Max Battery GPS | Up to 100 Hours / Unlimited with Solar |
| Expedition GPS | Up to 36 Days / Unlimited with Solar |
