Raymarine Cyclone Pro 6ft 110W Open Array Radar with 15 m Cable

Raymarine Cyclone Pro 6ft (T70496) represents the pinnacle of marine radar innovation – an open-array, solid-state system designed to give captains the best possible picture in all conditions. Combining power, smart signal processing, and robust construction, this radar is built for serious mariners and larger vessels (40+ ft motor yachts, commercial boats, offshore fishing craft). Here are the details that set it apart:

• Exceptional Power & Range: With 110W output, the Cyclone Pro is twice as powerful as the standard 55W models. This translates to a practical range of up to 96 nautical miles (~177 km). In practice, the radar can reach the horizon and beyond – you’ll pick up distant squalls, coastlines, or large ships long before they’re visible to the eye. The CHIRP pulse technology and beam sharpening feature further refine the returned signal, so even at maximum range targets appear well-defined. The 6-foot array significantly improves horizontal resolution: threats like small boats or floating debris will appear as separate contacts rather than merging.
• State-of-the-Art Situational Awareness: The Cyclone Pro 6ft comes loaded with Raymarine’s full suite of situational awareness features. Doppler mode automatically identifies moving objects and highlights them in different colors based on their relative motion (red for closing, green for going away). This makes it incredibly easy to spot potentially dangerous targets (e.g. a fast-approaching craft) on the screen without guesswork. ARPA tracking of up to 100 targets lets you lock onto dozens of targets simultaneously – the radar will display their speed and course, giving you information similar to a traffic control system. Bird Mode tunes the radar for small, weak returns above water, helping you locate flocks of birds – invaluable for fishermen, as it often pinpoints where baitfish or tuna are. RangeFusion™ technology merges short and long pulse returns, giving a clear view of nearby boats/land and far-off storm cells on the same screen. The result is a comprehensive picture without having to “switch” ranges – everything is visible at once.
• Fast Refresh & Adaptive Scanning: The Cyclone Pro radar spins at variable speeds, with close-range scanning capable of up to 60 rotations per minute – that’s an update every second. At such speed, even during quick maneuvers or with fast-moving targets (like speedboats or jet skis around you), you’ll see changes on your display almost in real time. For long-range observation or in calmer situations, the rotation speed can be reduced (e.g., 24 or 36 RPM), which improves sensitivity for distance. This flexibility ensures optimal performance whether you’re in a harbor or the open ocean. The “boot-up” time is about 40 seconds from power-on – remarkably quick for a radar of this size – and from standby to transmit is under 5 seconds, so you’re always ready.
• Construction & Installation: Raymarine paid special attention to design – the low-profile housing (only 33.5 cm tall) not only looks futuristic, but also reduces wind resistance and stress on the mount. Yet it’s impressively rugged: the array and pedestal are tested for winds up to 100 knots (185 km/h), far beyond typical conditions even in storms. This is crucial for a 6-foot array, since the large span is subject to wind loads – Cyclone is built to endure severe weather or if mounted high on a mast. The pedestal contains all the electronics and carries a commercial-grade IEC 62388 certification (the standard for ship radar), ensuring reliability and safety. Cable hookup is straightforward: one RayNet (Ethernet) cable to your network and a power cable to the included VCM100 module. This module converts your boat’s standard 12/24V supply to the radar’s requirements and provides surge protection – convenient as it eases integration with an Axiom display or other Raymarine MFD. The pack (SKU T70496) includes the 6-foot array, Cyclone Pro pedestal, a 15-meter combined cable, and a VCM100 power module – everything needed for installation.

Usage: Cyclone Pro 6ft is recommended for mid-size and large vessels that demand top-tier radar performance – for instance, yachts over ~12 meters, offshore sportfishing boats, or patrol/commercial craft. The 6-foot antenna unlocks the full potential of the 110W radar, delivering maximum detail and range. If you have a big flybridge yacht or if safe navigation at night/in fog is a priority, this radar gives you confidence: you will see navigation buoys and shoals around you in time, as well as storm cells on the horizon. With Raymarine Cyclone Pro, you’re getting the best of the best – a combination of raw power and intelligent electronics, wrapped in a stylish housing that befits your vessel.