B&G HALO20 Radar
Best compact radar for small vessel safety and collision avoidance.
Enhance your boating safety and awareness with the B&G HALO20 Radar. This compact dome radar offers exceptional short-to-mid-range performance, detecting targets up to 24 nautical miles away using advanced pulse compression technology for precise target definition and minimal clutter. Ideal for smaller vessels and budget-conscious boaters, it features MARPA target tracking for collision avoidance and instant wake-up from standby. Optimized performance is available through user-friendly Harbor, Offshore, and Weather modes, ensuring confidence in any condition. Its small footprint and low profile make it a seamless addition to your marine electronics.
$1999.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
8
/ 176
#8 in Marine Radar
Price vs Category Average
-26%
Below average
Maximum Range
24
/ nautical miles
Who it's for
- Navigators needing sharp target clarity across all distances
- Boaters requiring immediate situational awareness during emergency departures
- Captains monitoring close-quarters traffic and distant weather simultaneously
Who should skip it
- Safety-conscious sailors prioritizing automated collision avoidance alerts
- Skippers using mixed-brand marine electronics setups
- Budget-focused boaters seeking lower entry-level hardware costs
Performance breakdown
Short-range clarity
Pulse compression technology delivers exceptional target definition in tight harbor environments.
Target tracking precision
MARPA tracking provides reliable collision avoidance for confident navigation in busy waters.
Operational efficiency
Instant wake-up and low power draw make it perfect for smaller vessels.
Form factor
Compact, low-profile dome design fits seamlessly on almost any boat arch.
Environmental versatility
Dedicated weather and offshore modes adapt quickly to changing maritime conditions.
Maximum range reach
Twenty-four nautical mile limit is ideal for coastal cruising, not blue-water passage.
Key Specs
Maximum Range
24 nautical miles
Supply Voltage
10.5 - 31.2V DC (12 / 24V systems)
Power Consumption
typical 18W, max 20W
Minimum Range Scale
50 m / 200 ft / 50 yd
Rotation speed
24 RPM
Beam width
4.9° H x 25° V
Waterproof rating
IPX6
Radar Type
Pulse Compression
Features
- Precise target detection with pulse compression
- Detects targets up to 24 nautical miles
- MARPA target tracking for collision avoidance
- Instant wake-up from standby mode
- Optimized modes for any condition
- Compact, low-profile dome design
- Radiation safe operation
- Low power consumption
What customers say
The B&G HALO20 Radar earns high praise, especially for its reliability and advanced safety features. Users consistently value the Pulse Compression technology, which provides exceptional short-range target separation crucial for navigating busy or low visibility areas. The instant on capability is a major convenience, offering immediate situational awareness without lengthy warm up times. Integration with B&G displays is seamless, supported by an intuitive interface. Furthermore, its low power consumption makes it highly suitable for battery dependent vessels. While the initial cost is significant, owners feel the superior performance balance, efficiency, and compact design deliver excellent overall value for serious cruising and offshore use.
Know before you buy
The HALO20 has a maximum detection range of 24 nautical miles, making it well-suited for coastal cruising and mid-range navigation.
No, the HALO20 uses solid-state pulse compression technology, which allows for an instant wake-up from standby mode so you have immediate situational awareness.
Yes, the unit is designed to operate on a wide voltage range of 10.5 to 31.2V DC, making it compatible with both 12V and 24V marine electrical systems.
MARPA (Mini-Automatic Radar Plotting Aid) allows you to track up to 10 targets simultaneously. It calculates their speed and heading, helping you identify potential collision risks in busy waterways.
Absolutely. Its compact 20-inch dome and low-profile design are specifically engineered for smaller powerboats and sailboats where space is at a premium.
The radar features Harbor, Offshore, and Weather modes. Harbor mode is tuned for high-clutter environments, Offshore mode optimizes for long-range detection, and Weather mode helps you identify rain and storm cells.
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