This new HD Side Imaging Wide Screen GPS Fishing System from Humminbird (898c SI Combo) looks like a real winner. The 898c SI sonar/GPS combo supports the state-of-the-art and legendary Humminbird side-imaging processor along with the new down-imaging features. You’ll also enjoy the latest SwitchFire controls, palette options and enhanced GPS refresh rate. Humminbird has brought out the big guns with these babies.
Humminbird Part Number: 407820-1
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Where to Buy – HB 898c Side Imaging FishFinder
Lowest Price
We found a few great deals on the Humminbird 898c.
Latest price comparison on Humminbird 898c
$1,299.99 at iSave.com (.99 shipping and no sales tax)
$1,299.99 at Factory Outlet Store (free shipping and no sales tax)
$1,401.99 at Amazon.com (free shipping and no sales tax)
Here are some additional shopping links
WestMarine Humminbird Sonar Fishfinder Combos
(Use Coupon Code [offer expired] at checkout for 10% OFF)
WestMarine all Humminbird Models
WestMarine Humminbird 898c SI $1499.99
(discount price $1349.99)
I have heard that several people have taken advantage of this deal. That’s great! Thanks for letting me know.
Cabela’s Humminbird Sonar Fish Finders
Cabela’s 898c SI $1499.99 SideImaging Sonar GPS Combo Fish Finder
Cabela’s 858c $999.99 Sonar GPS Combo Fish Finder
BassPro Humminbird Sonar Fish Finders
BPS 898c SI Fish Finder $1499.99
BPS all Humminbird Models
Which RAM Mount for Humminbird 898c SI Combo?
RAM Mount for Humminbird 898c SI Combo
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Key Features of the Humminbird 898c SI Combo Fishfinder:
- Side Imaging™ and DualBeam PLUS™ Sonar for unmatched sonar performance.
- Brilliant 480V x 800H, 7” diagonal color TFT display
- New SwitchFire™ Sonar allows two ways to view returns – Clear or Max mode.
- Three new color palettes for more viewing options
- New Built-In Contour XD™ Cartography from Navionics® with 3,000 U.S. lakes
- LakeMaster® compatible with exclusive features
- Waypoint Management allows more control of your saved data.
- 4000 Watts Peak-to-Peak, 500 Watts RMS power output
- External 50 channel WAAS GPS receiver included
- Tidal graphs and port services information available with optional Navionics® Charts
- Sonar/chart recording to SD card and on-screen playback
- Full screen chartplotter, 3D birds eye view chartplotter and split screen sonar/chart with adjustable split
- Programmable view presets access important screens with one touch
- In-dash or gimbal mount
- Water surface temperature included in transducer, GPS speed Included
- Optional LakeMaster®, Navionics® Gold, HotMaps, and HotMaps Premium, and Platinum+ cartography
Humminbird 898c SI Combo Specifications:
| Display | 480V x 800H, 7″ Diagonal, 65,000 Color TFT |
| Transducer Standard | DualBeam PLUS |
| Transducer Coverage(s) | 20° and 60° @ -10db |
| Operating Frequency(s) | 50, 83, and 200 kHz |
| Power Output | 4000 Watts Peak-to-Peak; 500 Watts RMS |
| Depth Capability | Side Imaging:150 ft Down; 240 ft each side DualBeamPlus:1500 ft w/ Standard Transducer; 2000ft w/ optional 50kHz tranducer |
| Target Separation | 2 1/2 inches |
| Temperature | Included in Transducer |
| Speed | GPS Speed Included |
| Power Input | 10-20 VDC |
| Unit Mounting | Gimbal or In-Dash |
| Unit Size Installed (Gimbal) | 11 1/4″ W x 6 3/4″ H x 4 1/4″D |
| Unit Size Installed (In-dash) | 10 ¾” W x 6″ H x 1 3/8″ D Required Minimum 3″ behind dash clearance |
| Transducer Mounting | Transom |
| GPS Receiver | External 50 Channel WAAS/EGNOS |
| Waypoints, Routes, Tracks/Points | 3000, 50, 50/10,000 |
| Cartography | Contour XD Built-in, Optional LakeMaster® & Navionics® |
| Communication | NMEA 0183 Input/Output |
| Optional Accessories | InterLink, CannonLink, WeatherSense, and AS WX 1 Satellite Weather Receiver |
Humminbird 898c SI Combo Fishfinder Additional Features:
- SwitchFire™ Max Mode shows every sonar return from fish to zooplankton; Clear Mode reduces noise to show only structure & fish
- Fresh and saltwater set up options for optimal performance in any environment
- Accelerated Real Time Sonar™ operates at up to 40 times per second to instantly capture the action under the boat
- X-press™ menus place most important setting at your fingertips
- Freeze Frame pauses the sonar scroll for detailed inspection of the screen
- Instant Image Update immediately shows the results of setting changes for the most accurate fine tuning
- Sonar Echo Enhancement™ technology is so sensitive it’ll track a 1/2 oz. jig to over 40ft and separate targets within 2 ½ inches
- Man Overboard Function quickly adjust the boat track back to a specific spot with the touch of a button
- Fully gasketed waterproof design and it floats
- Large Digital Data displayed on every sonar or GPS screen
- Backlight for night viewing
- TripLog with distance, elapsed time, and average speed
- Totally automatic operation or totally manual operation with upper and lower range control
- Temperature graph overlay and audible temperature alarm along with One-touch Zoom with 2x, 4x, 6x, and 8x zoom levels
- Adjustable chart speed and feature memory retains your settings
- Water surface temperature included in transducer, speed paddlewheel included
- PC Connection capability to save waypoints, and upgrade internal software
- Optional 200/50kHz transducer available for deep water applications and depths to 3000 feet
Compatible Accessories for Humminbird 898c SI Combo Sonar Fish-Finder
| Accessory Type | Part # | Standard |
| Transom Mount Transducer | 710199-1 | XNT 9 QB 90 T |
| Puck Transducer | ||
| Angled Puck Transducer | ||
| Trolling Motor Mount Transducer | 710203-1 | XTM 9 QB 90 T |
| Portable Mount Transducer | ||
| Bronze Thru Hull Transducer | 710184-1 710191-1 |
XBTH 9 QB 90 XTH 9 DB 35 KW |
| Bronze Thru Hull 3 in 1 Transducer | 710186-1 | XTD 9 QB 90 |
| Plastic Thur Hull Transducer | 710189-1 | XPTH 9 QB 90 |
| Mount System | 740083-1 | GM 2 |
| Temperature Sensor | 730010-1 | TG W |
| Speed Sensor | 730021-1 | SW |
| Speed and Temperature Sensor | 730000-1 | TS W |
| Transducer Extension Cable | 720003-1 720003-2 |
EC W10 EC W30 |
| Power Cable | 720002-1 | PC 10 |
| Transducer Switch | 720012-1 | TS2 W |
| Unit Switch | 720014-1 | US2 W |
| Unit Cover | 780012-1 | UC 5 |
do all of the 898c si combo come with the transducer
I believe so. I have not seen one offered without the transducer.
thanks can u link up with a 587
I don’t believe the 587 is linkable. I looked at the 587 manual and didn’t see any reference to linking it to other units ( http://store.humminbird.com/media/document/587ci-597ci_Manual.pdf ). You might want to go ahead and call HB customer support or some place like Bass Pro Shop to get a complete answer.
i just got a new 798ci si and it dont say anything about down image have i got to down load new software?
Congratulations! You got yourself a great unit. New 798s will have the latest software installed, but you might have gotten one that has been in the warehouse for a few months. You’ll need to register your unit and upgrade the software. Here are some links that might help.
Register your Humminbird Fishfinder
How to Check the Software Version on Humminbird
How to Install Software Ugrades on Humminbird Fishfinders
Thanks for the discount code tip at West Marine. I just bought my 898 for $1439.99 including tax.
Awesome! Thanks for letting me know about it. Those West Marine 10% coupon codes are great. You can save money on almost every fishfinder out there.
I think your specs are incorrect on the operating frequencies – there is also a 433kHz sonar frequency. This separates the 798 from the 898.
Yeah I need to review those Humminbird specs. I got them from some info Humminbird released before the products came out in 2010. There were a few errors. I’m going to redo the Humminbird pages soon and I’ll verify all the specs.
Thanks for the tip on that error. You’ve got a good eye
Do all the 898c si have the down scan as well as the side scan?
Is the external antenna included?
Yes. All of the Humminbird 898c SI fishfinders have down-imaging and side-imaging and they come with an external antenna.
I love it! My father picked up the 898si a month ago and a week later he had hip reconstructive surgery. (bad for him but great for me). I am fortunate that he lets me take out the boat whenever I like. The whole reason for this post is the abundance of structure you can see along with the ability of dragging your cursor over structure and then setting gps waypoint. Then you can go to another view on you unit and it will tell you where and how far you are from the structure and then drop you marker buoy on it and presto you have no more guessing games with traditional sonar you never really knew what you where missing. Ignorance is not bliss when trying to find fish!!! Also another favorite part is cat fishing and actually being able to see the scour holes behind bridge pilings in the river we fish, some are fish targets while others are non existent. Than-you hummingbird
Thanks for the note Pappy78. Sounds like you love your Humminbird. That’s great. If you have any photos or videos please let me know and I’ll post them.