Garmin SmartDrive™ Autopilot Actuator
Garmin SmartDrive™ actuator is the first sailboat autopilot to use a brushless linear actuator with built-in ECU. Up to 1,050 lbs of maximum thrust.
Hold your line and sail with ease with the SmartDrive™ actuator — the first sailboat autopilot with brushless linear actuator with built-in ECU. Designed for sailboats up to 45', premium autopilot performance with up to 1,050 lbs of maximum thrust. Built-in contactless rudder position sensor delivers superior reliability. Installation is simple with fewer connections and system components, and the form factor is similar to other linear actuators, allowing SmartDrive to be suitable for retrofits.
Released on: 01 September 2026
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