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Garrett Vortex VX5 Metal Detector **Pre-Only**

SKU: 1142860

Regular price $ 449.99
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Embrace the Storm 

 

Vortex with 8.5" x 11" DD Raider searchcoil with coil cover, USB-C charging cable, and quick start guide.

VX5


The entry Vortex model is loaded with features and provides fast, fixed Recovery Speed on adjacent targets. Fully waterproof to 16 feet (5m). Single and Multi-Frequency options. Single-tier MD-MF Target ID scale. Three audio tones.

LIGHTWEIGHT AND COLLAPSIBLE!

Compacts to 24.75" (62.86 cm) and extends to 56.75" (144.14 cm)

Weight: 3 lbs. (1.38 kg) with coil cover installed.

MD-MF TECHNOLOGY EXPLAINED

The world’s first fully upgradeable waterproof detector series! As your skills increase, you can opt to convert your VX-5 to a VX-7 or VX-9 model with software updates. Each Vortex model upgrade includes additional operating frequencies, more advanced features, and more power!
FREQUENCY OPTIONS (2)

Choose a powerful single frequency (13 kHz) or search with Vortex’s simultaneous Multi-Frequency option to achieve excellent detection on all targets in all soils.
SEARCH MODE VERSATILITY


Choose from 4 options:

  • Zero Discrimination

  • Standard Mode (ideal for hunting relics, jewelry, and most international coins)

  • US Coins Mode

  • Custom Mode


SUBMERSIBLE TO 16 FEET (5 METERS)


Search streams, lakes, and the ocean coast with your Vortex.

(Submersible headphones available from Garrett)


SEARCH WITH CONFIDENCE
EASY-ACCESS POWERFUL MENU OPTIONS

Hi-Resolution Ground Balance
175 points of ground balance resolution, ranging from ferrous ground to saltwater.

Volume Control
For both the built-in speaker and headphones.

Eight Sensitivity/Depth Adjustments

Iron Audio
Garrett’s unique feature helps to correctly identify complex iron objects, such as bottlecaps and steel washers.

Four Search Modes + Pinpoint

Frequency Shift
Use to reduce noise or electrical interference (EMI)

Backlight
Illuminate your LCD screen to see target information at night.


World’s first fully transformable detector series!


As your skills increase, transform your VX5 into a VX7 or VX9.
VORTEX SERIES COMPARISON CHART

Vortex VX5 Vortex VX7 Vortex VX9
Target ID Scale(s) One 0-99 Target ID 2-tier Target ID Scales 3-tier Target ID Scales
Frequencies Two: Multi-Frequency (Multi) and 13 kHz Four: Multi, 5 kHz, 13 kHz, Multi Salt Seven: Multi, Multi-Salt, 5 kHz, 9 kHz, 13 kHz, 18 kHz, 25 kHz
Search Modes Included Four: Zero, Standard, US Coins, Custom Five: Zero, Standard, US Coins, Beach, Custom Seven: Zero, Standard, US Coins, Thin Coins, Custom, Beach, Fast
Variable Recovery Speed No Yes: 2 settings Yes: 3 settings
Submersible to 16 feet (5m) 16 feet (5m) 16 feet (5m)
Z-Lynk Wireless enabled No Yes Yes
Increased sensitivity/depth No Yes Yes
Number of ID Tones 3 5 5
Iron Volume No Yes Yes
Pinpoint Mode Yes Yes Yes
Iron Audio Yes Yes Yes
Multi-Dimensional Multi-Freq. Yes Yes Yes
Ground Balance Yes Yes Yes
Frequency Shift (EMI reduction) Yes Yes Yes
Volume control Yes Yes Yes
LCD Backlight Yes Yes Yes
Detector Length 24.75" to 56.75" 24.75" to 56.75" 24.75" to 56.75"
Weight 2.9 lbs. without coil; 3.05 lbs. with cover installed 2.9 lbs. without coil; 3.05 lbs. with cover installed 2.9 lbs. without coil; 3.05 lbs. with cover installed
Standard Coil Included 8.5" x 11" DD Raider 8.5" x 11" DD Raider 8.5" x 11" DD Raider
 
Updateable / Upgradeable Yes Yes Yes