Garmin Instinct 3 Tactical Edition 50mm Smart Watch with AMOLED Screen and GPS - Black with Black Band
Built for the toughest missions, the Garmin Instinct 3 Tactical Edition combines a crystal-clear AMOLED display with military-grade durability. Featuring dedicated tactical modes like Stealth Mode, Jumpmaster Activity and Waypoint Projection, plus a multi-band GPS with SatIQ™ technology for superior navigation, it's ready for any operation. Stay mission-focused with health tracking, smart notifications, a built-in LED flashlight, and up to 24 days of battery life. This rugged 50mm smartwatch is your ultimate companion for adventure, fitness, and tactical dominance.
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Prepare to push your limits with the Garmin Instinct 3 Tactical Edition 50mm Smartwatch , the ultimate tool for those who demand more from their gear. Engineered for the extremes, this rugged GPS smartwatch boasts a crystal-clear adaptive AMOLED display, delivering unmatched clarity even in the harshest environments. Encased in a metal-reinforced, bolted bezel, the Instinct 3 Tactical is built to survive every mission, with military-grade resistance to thermal, shock and water impacts.
With dedicated tactical features including Stealth Mode, Jumpmaster Activity, Waypoint Projection, and the powerful Applied Ballistics® Solver, this watch is designed to dominate in the field. The integrated multi-band GPS and 3-axis compass with SatIQ™ technology guarantee pinpoint navigation, while a built-in LED flashlight ensures you're never left in the dark. Plus, Night Vision Mode enables seamless operations even under NODs.
Beyond tactical operations, the Instinct 3 Tactical is a powerhouse for health and fitness. Track your performance with wrist-based heart rate monitoring, advanced sleep tracking, Pulse Ox readings, HRV status, and stress tracking, all backed by a suite of detailed training metrics like VO2 Max, training readiness, and recovery time. Whether you're rucking with weighted packs, mastering HIIT workouts, or scaling remote peaks, this smartwatch adapts to your every move with built-in sports apps and daily suggested workouts.
Stay connected wherever you are with smart notifications, Garmin Pay™, and the Garmin Messenger™ app for two-way texting. Customise your experience through the Connect IQ™ store and monitor every goal in the Garmin Connect™ app. With an incredible battery life of up to 24 days in smartwatch mode and superior water resistance up to 10 ATM, the Instinct 3 Tactical Edition doesn’t just keep up , it leads the way.
The Garmin Instinct 3 Tactical Edition isn't just a smartwatch. It’s a command centre on your wrist, ready to go wherever your mission takes you.
Display
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Type: AMOLED (always-on)
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Size: 1.3″ (33 mm) diameter
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Resolution: 416 x 416 pixels
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Colour display: Yes
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Lens material: Chemically strengthened glass
Case and Strap
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Case material: Fibre-reinforced polymer
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Bezel material: Fibre-reinforced polymer with metal reinforcement
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Strap material: Silicone (QuickFit™ 26 mm compatible)
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Physical size: 50 x 50 x 14.4 mm
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Fits wrists with circumference: 141–213 mm
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Weight: 59 g
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Water rating: 10 ATM
Battery and Charging
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Battery type: Lithium-ion
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Charging method: Garmin proprietary plug charger
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Smartwatch mode: Up to 24 days (9 days always-on)
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Battery Saver Watch Mode: Up to 30 days
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GPS Only: Up to 40 hours
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All Satellite Systems: Up to 32 hours
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All Satellite Systems + Multi-Band: Up to 30 hours (with SatIQ™)
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Max Battery GPS: Up to 86 hours
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Expedition GPS: Up to 20 days
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Memory/storage: 4 GB
Sensors
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Multi-band GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, SatIQ™ technology
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3-axis compass, barometric altimeter, gyroscope, accelerometer, thermometer, ambient light sensor
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Garmin Elevate™ wrist heart rate monitor
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Pulse Ox blood oxygen saturation monitor
Tactical Features
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Stealth Mode, Night Vision Mode, Dual-Format GPS Coordinates
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Waypoint Projection, Jumpmaster Activity
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Kill Switch security function
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Applied Ballistics® Solver (unlock required)
Health and Wellness Monitoring
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Wrist-based heart rate (constant, every second)
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Daily resting heart rate, abnormal heart rate alerts
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Pulse Ox monitoring, respiration tracking (24/7)
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Fitness Age, Body Battery™ energy monitor
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All-day stress tracking, relaxation reminders and breathwork
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Advanced sleep monitoring, Sleep Coach, Nap Detection
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Health Snapshot, hydration and women’s health tracking
Training and Activity Features
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Training Readiness, Training Status, Recovery Time
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VO2 Max (Run and Trail Run), Lactate Threshold (with accessory)
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Daily Suggested Workouts (Running and Cycling)
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Garmin Coach adaptive training plans
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Strength, cardio, HIIT, yoga, Pilates workouts with on-screen animations
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Built-in sports profiles across running, cycling, swimming, outdoor recreation, snow and winter sports, racket sports, and more
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Advanced running dynamics and running power (with compatible accessory)
Safety and Tracking
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Incident detection and assistance alerts
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LiveTrack and Live Event Sharing
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Garmin Messenger™ app for two-way text communication
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Find My Phone and Find My Watch functions
Smart Features
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Smart notifications (texts, calls, emails)
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Garmin Pay™ contactless payments
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Morning Report with personalised health insights
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Weather forecasts, calendar view, music control
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Connect IQ™ store for downloadable apps, watch faces, and widgets
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Garmin Share for location and workout sharing
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VIRB® camera remote and Smart Trainer control support
Connectivity
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Bluetooth®, ANT+®
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iPhone® and Android™ compatibility
Gaming Features
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Gaming activity tracking
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Compatible with GameOn™ app
Swimming and Golfing Features
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Pool and open-water swim metrics, underwater heart rate tracking
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Golf course maps, AutoShot™, Green View, digital scorecard, tournament legal
Security
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Guaranteed security updates until at least 24th April 2027
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Rugged Design: Built to U.S. military standards for thermal, shock, and water resistance with a bolted metal-reinforced bezel.
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AMOLED Display: Ultra-bright, adaptive screen for clear visibility in any conditions.
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Dedicated Tactical Features: Includes Stealth Mode, Jumpmaster Activity, Waypoint Projection, Kill Switch, Night Vision Mode, and Dual-Format GPS Coordinates.
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Built-in Applied Ballistics® Solver: Provides field-ready aiming solutions for long-range shooting (unlock required).
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Multi-band GPS with SatIQ™ Technology: Superior positioning accuracy while optimising battery life.
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Built-in LED Flashlight: Variable intensities and strobe modes for enhanced visibility.
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3-Axis Compass and Barometric Altimeter: Essential tools for precise navigation and altitude awareness.
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Comprehensive Health Monitoring: Wrist-based heart rate, advanced sleep tracking, Pulse Ox, HRV status, stress tracking, and hydration monitoring.
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Fitness and Training Features: Daily suggested workouts, VO2 Max, recovery time advisor, altitude and heat acclimation, HIIT tracking, and Garmin Coach adaptive training plans.
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Wide Range of Sports Profiles: From strength training and running to swimming, cycling, and open-water activities.
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Smart Features: Receive smart notifications, use Garmin Pay™ for contactless payments, and access two-way messaging via the Garmin Messenger™ app.
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Connect IQ™ Compatibility: Customise your watch with apps, watch faces, and data fields.
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Morning Report: Get a daily briefing on sleep, recovery, calendar events, and wellness metrics.
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Safety and Tracking Tools: Incident detection, LiveTrack location sharing, and assistance alerts.
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QuickFit® Band System: Easily swap bands without tools to match your style or mission needs.
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Gaming Activity and GameOn™ App Compatibility: Track gaming sessions and performance if desired.
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