Garmin 240 or 250

[tailfin10]

OK , I have a Garmin 240 at the console of my bass boat, want to install one at the bow . But when comparing the 240 to the 250 I find the 250 has more features than the 240 for very little money more , which begs the question , why does Garmin maintain the 240 in the line ? Does it have some operating feature which endears it to owners over the 250 ? And the 250 says transducer suitable for trolling motor or transom . Some vendors say 240 transom only , but a couple now list the 240 as the standard supplied transducer as being dual purpose ?

 

[fishingdan]

Re: Garmin 240 or 250

I think the 240 has now been discontinued. It was replaced by the 250. The special pricing on 240 are probably to clear remaining inventory. They are both good. I like the backlighting on the 250 better.

 

[Glenmac]

Re: Garmin 240 or 250

I have a question on the 240/250. I am thinking of doing the same thing...adding a bow unit. Are the cables interchangable for these 2 uints? Can I move my 240 to the front and the 250 to the console and use the already installed wiring for the 240 for the 250? Does that make sense??<br /><br />Thanks <br />Glen

 

[Searun1]

Re: Garmin 240 or 250

Funny I was looking into this set up as well. What I want to know is if they make a pigtail so I can run both fishfinders off of the same transducer. Is that something that is commonly done?<br /><br />SeaRun1