Garmin Camper 780 Satnav: Specifications and Safety Notes
At a glance
- What it is: A motorhome and caravan satnav with a 6.95 inch screen. Garmin and retailers describe the Camper 780 as discontinued.
- Key specifications: 6.95 inch, 1024 x 600 touchscreen; 16 GB memory; lifetime map updates for 46 countries; voice commands; Wi-Fi and Bluetooth; 239.6 g (manual listing).
- Suits: Camper and caravan drivers who want routes that use their vehicle’s size and weight.
- Skip if: You want a current model; the Camper 780 is no longer made.
We haven’t tested this product ourselves. This page summarises Garmin’s online specification page and a manual listing, checked 19 October 2026.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Product | Garmin Camper 780 (also sold as RV 780) | [1][2] |
| Screen | 6.95 inch multi-touch TFT, 1024 x 600, backlit | [2] |
| Memory | 16 GB internal; microSD compatible, maximum size not given in the specification | [2] |
| Camper and caravan features | Create a vehicle profile with your vehicle’s dimensions, weight and restrictions; route avoidance; 3D landmarks | [2] |
| Maps | Lifetime map updates; 46 countries listed | [2] |
| Other features | Voice commands, TMC traffic, lane guidance, speed limits, hands-free calling, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | [2] |
| Battery | Rechargeable lithium-ion, 820 mAh, up to 1 hour; vehicle power cable supplied | [1][2] |
| Size and weight | 173 x 99 x 19 mm; 239.6 g | [2] |
| Operating temperature | -20 to 55 °C; charging 0 to 45 °C | [1] |
| Price | Not verified | n/a |
The vehicle profile advice is from the listing’s own FAQ, not from Garmin’s manual, so check it against the manual that comes with the unit.
What owners report
We have not reviewed owner feedback for this product.
Known issues and safety
Recall check: we searched GOV.UK product safety alerts, reports and recalls (Office for Product Safety and Standards) for “garmin” on 19 October 2026. The one result was a bicycle trainer, not a satnav [3]. Check the list again for the exact model before you buy.
A satnav is an aid, not a guarantee. Check low bridges and weight limits against your own vehicle’s figures, and do not set a route while driving.
Questions people ask
Does it avoid roads that are too low or narrow?
The listing says it has camper and caravan routing and a vehicle profile with your dimensions, weight and restrictions [2]. Still check signs on the road.
Is it discontinued?
Yes, per retailers. We did not open a Garmin page confirming the replacement.
How long does the battery last?
Up to 1 hour [2], so plan to use the vehicle power cable.
Alternatives
- Other Garmin and TomTom models: See our satnavs hub.
Our verdict
Based on the evidence, this suits motorhome and caravan owners who want a large screen and a vehicle profile. It is discontinued, and we could not confirm the price or the maker’s current support. This is a research summary, not a test result.
Sources
- Camper 780 / RV 780 / Avtex Tourer Two: Specifications, Garmin, www8.garmin.com. The page shows no date. Checked 19 October 2026.
- User manual Garmin Camper 780, listing with specifications, Manuals.ls, manua.ls. The page shows no date. Checked 19 October 2026.
- GOV.UK search of product safety alerts, reports and recalls, Office for Product Safety and Standards, gov.uk. Searched 19 October 2026.