Garmin Xero C2 Ballistic Chronograph for Shooting & Reloading

Skip to content Garmin Xero® C2 Ballistic Chronograph Compact Doppler radar chronograph measuring 100–5,000 fps with rapid-fire tracking (up to 10 shots/sec), Garmin smartwatch integration, Applied Ballistics AB Comms, resume session, rifle-mountable reinforced housing, IPX7 water resistance, USB-C. $699.99. Our Take: The Xero C2 is the second generation of Garmin’s Doppler radar chronograph, and the upgrades target the specific pain points shooters had with the C1 Pro. The headline feature is the faster processor: it tracks up to 10 shots per second, which means you can finally shoot rapid-fire strings and capture every round. The C1 Pro could not do this. If you shoot PRS-style stages, semi-auto load development, or just want every shot logged without slowing down, this matters. Smartwatch integration is the second major addition. Pair the C2 with a compatible Garmin watch (tactix, fēnix, Enduro series) and you can start sessions, view live velocity data, and import muzzle velocity into the Applied Ballistics solver — all from your wrist without breaking position. The AB Comms connection transfers real velocity data directly into the ballistic solver for accurate long-range solutions. Resume session lets you switch between firearms mid-trip without losing organized data. The C2 keeps each profile separate, so you can cool one barrel while collecting data on another and then pick up right where you left off. Physically, the C2 shares the same compact pocket-size form factor as the C1 Pro, but the housing is reinforced and officially rated for direct rifle mounting. The protective cover is now included in the box instead of sold separately. Same 6-hour / 2,000-shot battery, same IPX7 rating, same 100–5,000 fps range, same simple setup: turn it on, point it downrange, shoot. At $699.99 versus the C1 Pro’s original $599.99 MSRP, the C2 costs $100 more for the faster processor, smartwatch integration, AB Comms, resume session, rifle mounting, and the included protective cover. If you’re buying new, the C2 is the clear choice. If you already own a C1 Pro and don’t need rapid-fire tracking or smartwatch control, your C1 Pro still works well for single-shot velocity measurement. Why you’d choose the Xero C2 10x Faster Processor — Rapid-Fire Tracking The C2’s upgraded processor tracks up to 10 shots per second, depending on projectile velocity. This enables reliable data capture during rapid-fire strings — a capability the C1 Pro did not have. Every shot is recorded without slowing your rate of fire. Garmin Smartwatch Integration Pair with a compatible Garmin smartwatch to control the chronograph, view live session data, and import muzzle velocity directly into the onboard Applied Ballistics solver — all from your wrist. Stay in your shooting position while managing your data. Applied Ballistics® AB Comms Connect to the Applied Ballistics ecosystem via AB Comms to transfer muzzle velocity directly into the AB Quantum app on your smartwatch or phone. Pull real velocity data into your ballistic solver for accurate long-range shooting solutions. Resume Session — Switch Firearms, Keep Data Separate Pause a session, switch to a different rifle or load, and resume later with data staying organized under the correct profile. Test multiple firearms during one range trip without mixing your velocity data. 100–5,000 FPS — Bullets, Arrows, Airsoft & More Measures any projectile from 100 fps to 5,000 fps: bullets, arrows, crossbow bolts, slugs, birdshot, paintballs, airsoft BBs, and pellets. Works with suppressed firearms and those with muzzle brakes or compensators. No attachment to the firearm required. Rifle-Mountable Reinforced Housing Reinforced design withstands recoil when mounted directly to your rifle for consistent positioning during load development. Also includes a 1/4-20 thread tripod mount for table, ground, or bench placement. IPX7 water-resistant for use in all conditions. ShotView™ App & Configurations Pair with the ShotView smartphone app to record results, track deviation, calculate extreme spread and standard deviation, and manage sessions. The new configurations feature lets you organize projectile and load data for multiple firearms and bows. 6-Hour Battery — 2,000 Shots Per Charge Rechargeable lithium-ion battery delivers up to 6 hours or 2,000 shots on a single charge. USB-C charging. Compact enough to fit in your pocket and sets up in seconds — turn it on, point it downrange, and shoot. Tip: Tab to a reason and press Enter to expand the explanation. Press Escape to close. Who this chronograph is perfect for Precision rifle shooters and PRS competitors who need every shot in a rapid-fire string captured with reliable velocity data. Reloaders developing loads across multiple firearms who want organized data with the resume session feature — switch rifles, keep profiles separate. Long-range shooters who use Applied Ballistics and want real muzzle velocity fed directly into their solver via AB Comms without manual entry. Shooters who want to control the chronograph and view live data from their Garmin smartwatch without leaving their shooting position. Archers and bowhunters testing arrow builds who want precise velocity data in a compact, simple-to-use device. Anyone upgrading from a traditional light-screen chronograph who wants Doppler radar accuracy with zero downrange setup. You may prefer a different option if… You already own a Garmin Xero C1 Pro and don’t need rapid-fire tracking, smartwatch integration, or AB Comms — your C1 Pro still measures single-shot velocity accurately. You’re on a tight budget — the C1 Pro may still be available at a lower price point and handles basic chronograph tasks well. Feature highlights What’s New vs. the Xero C1 Pro 10x faster processor: Tracks up to 10 shots per second for rapid-fire support (C1 Pro: single-shot only). Garmin smartwatch integration: Control the device, view live data, and import MV into AB solver from your wrist. Applied Ballistics AB Comms: Direct connection to the AB ecosystem for seamless muzzle velocity transfer. Resume session: Pause and resume sessions when switching between firearms or loads — data stays organized. Configurations feature: Manage projectile and load data for multiple firearms and bows in the ShotView app. Multi-device support: Start a session on one C2, continue on another via ShotView. Rifle-mountable: Reinforced housing officially rated for direct rifle mounting under recoil. Protective cover included: Ships in the box (sold separately for C1 Pro). Measurement & Accuracy Speed range: 100 fps to 5,000 fps. Projectile types: Bullets, arrows, crossbow bolts, slugs, birdshot, paintballs, airsoft BBs, pellets. Suppressor support: Detects shots from suppressed firearms, muzzle brakes, and compensators. No firearm attachment required: Place next to or mount to your firearm — no barrel-mounted sensors or downrange screens. Doppler radar: Measures velocity via radar — no light screens, no sky screen alignment, no shooting through hoops. Connectivity & Apps Bluetooth: Pairs with smartphone and compatible Garmin smartwatch. ShotView™ app: Record results, compare shot velocity, track deviation, calculate ES/SD, manage configurations. Applied Ballistics AB Comms: Transfer muzzle velocity into the AB Quantum app for ballistic solutions. Smartwatch control: Start/stop sessions, view live data, import MV into solver from your wrist. Multi-device: Start on one C2, continue on another through ShotView. Design & Durability Dimensions (without tripod): 3.03″ × 2.38″ × 1.36″ (77 × 60.5 × 34.44 mm). Weight (without tripod): 123.2 g (4.35 oz). Weight (with tripod): 178.2 g (6.29 oz). Water rating: IPX7. Display: Sunlight-visible, transflective, monochrome, 240 × 320 pixels, 2.2″ diagonal. Battery: Rechargeable lithium-ion, up to 6 hours / 2,000 shots. USB-C charging. Operating temperature: -10°C to 55°C (14°F to 131°F). Memory: 200 sessions before ShotView app sync required (vs. 50 sessions on C1 Pro). Rifle mounting: Reinforced housing withstands recoil. 1/4-20 thread tripod mount included. What’s in the Box Xero C2 chronograph Protective cover 1/4-20 thread tripod mount USB-C charging/data cable Documentation All Variants Model MPN UPC MSRP Xero C2 010-03953-00 810132459245 $699.99 Xero C2 vs. Xero C1 Pro Focus or hover a row label to see a plain-English definition of the feature. ★ marks the product on this page. Previous Gen — Xero C1 Pro ★ Current Gen — Xero C2 Loading image… Previous Gen Xero C1 Pro From $599.99 Shop Xero C1 Pro → Loading image… ★ Current Gen Xero C2 From $699.99 Shop Xero C2 → Performance & Processing Feature Xero C1 ProPrevious Gen ★ Xero C2Current Gen Speed Range?Measurement range for projectile velocity 100–5,000 fps 100–5,000 fps Processor Speed?How many shots per second the chronograph can track Standard (single-shot tracking) Up to 10 shots/sec Rapid-Fire Tracking?Ability to capture every shot during fast strings ✕No ✓Yes Sensor Type?Detection technology used to measure projectile velocity Doppler radar Doppler radar Suppressor Support?Works with suppressed firearms, muzzle brakes, compensators ✓Yes ✓Yes Projectile Types?Types of projectiles the chronograph can measure Bullets, arrows, bolts, slugs, birdshot, paintballs, airsoft BBs Bullets, arrows, bolts, slugs, birdshot, paintballs, airsoft BBs Rifle Mountable?Housing reinforced to withstand recoil when mounted to firearm Not officially rated ✓Yes — reinforced housing Connectivity & Software Feature Xero C1 ProPrevious Gen ★ Xero C2Current Gen Smartwatch Integration?Control chronograph and view live data from a compatible Garmin smartwatch ✕No ✓Yes Applied Ballistics AB Comms?Direct connection to AB ecosystem to transfer muzzle velocity into the solver ✕No ✓Yes ShotView™ App?Smartphone app for session tracking, deviation, and shot comparison ✓Yes ✓Yes (enhanced with configurations) Resume Session?Pause and resume sessions when switching firearms or loads ✕No ✓Yes Configurations Feature?Manage and track projectile/load data for multiple firearms and bows ✕No ✓Yes Multi-Device Support?Start a session on one device, continue on another via ShotView ✕No ✓Yes Bluetooth?Wireless connectivity for app pairing ✓Yes ✓Yes Design, Battery & What’s in the Box Feature Xero C1 ProPrevious Gen ★ Xero C2Current Gen Dimensions (without tripod)?Physical size of the unit without tripod 3.03″ × 2.38″ × 1.36″ (77 × 60.5 × 34.44 mm) 3.03″ × 2.38″ × 1.36″ (77 × 60.5 × 34.44 mm) Dimensions (with tripod)?Physical size with legs deployed 5.1″ × 4.5″ × 5.5″ (130 × 115 × 138.5 mm) 5.1″ × 4.5″ × 5.5″ (130 × 115 × 138.5 mm) Weight (without tripod)?Unit weight without legs 105.6 g (3.73 oz) 123.2 g (4.35 oz) Weight (with tripod)?Unit weight with legs deployed 161 g (5.68 oz) 178.2 g (6.29 oz) Battery Life?Maximum runtime per charge Up to 6 hrs / 2,000 shots Up to 6 hrs / 2,000 shots Charging?Connector type for charging USB Type-A to Type-C USB-C Display?Screen type and readability Sunlight-visible, transflective, monochrome Sunlight-visible, transflective, monochrome Display Resolution?Pixel count of the display 240 × 320 pixels 240 × 320 pixels Display Size?Diagonal measurement of display 2.2″ diagonal (33 × 44 mm) 2.2″ diagonal (33 × 44 mm) Water Rating?Level of water and moisture resistance IPX7 IPX7 Operating Temperature?Safe operating temperature range for the unit -10°C to 55°C (14°F to 131°F) -10°C to 55°C (14°F to 131°F) Memory / Session Storage?Number of sessions stored before ShotView app sync required 50 sessions (max 100 shots/session) 200 sessions Tripod Mount?Thread type for tripod compatibility 1/4-20 thread 1/4-20 thread Protective Cover?Included protective cover for the unit Sold separately ✓Included in box In the Box?What ships with the device Chronograph, tripod mount, USB-A to USB-C cable, docs Chronograph, protective cover, tripod mount, USB-C cable, docs MSRP?Manufacturer’s suggested retail price $599.99 $699.99 Specifications from Garmin. Prices are MSRP at time of publication and may change. Where does the Xero C2 fit in Garmin’s chronograph lineup? Previous Gen — Xero C1 Pro From $599.99 Same 100–5,000 fps Doppler radar in the same compact form factor. Lacks rapid-fire tracking, smartwatch integration, AB Comms, resume session, and rifle mounting reinforcement. Still a capable single-shot chronograph at a lower price if you find it discounted. View on heartratemonitorsusa.com → ★ You Are Here — Xero C2 From $699.99 Current-generation chronograph with 10x faster processor, rapid-fire tracking (up to 10 shots/sec), Garmin smartwatch integration, Applied Ballistics AB Comms, resume session, rifle-mountable reinforced housing, and protective cover included. The new standard for Garmin chronographs. View on heartratemonitorsusa.com → CA Residents: Prop 65 Warning We work hard to keep product information accurate. If you spot an error, email us at sales@hrmusainc.com — we appreciate it. Xero C2 Chronograph — Frequently Asked Questions What’s new in the Xero C2 compared to the Xero C1 Pro? The C2 adds a significantly faster processor that tracks up to 10 shots per second for rapid-fire support (the C1 Pro cannot track rapid fire). It adds Garmin smartwatch integration so you can control the chronograph, view live session data, and import muzzle velocity into the Applied Ballistics solver from your wrist without leaving your shooting position. The C2 introduces a resume session feature that lets you pause a session, switch firearms, and continue collecting data under the correct profile. It connects directly to the Applied Ballistics ecosystem via AB Comms for seamless muzzle velocity transfer. The housing is reinforced and rated for direct rifle mounting to withstand recoil. It includes a protective cover in the box. The C2 uses USB-C for charging (same as C1 Pro) and maintains the same 6-hour / 2,000-shot battery life, IPX7 rating, and 100–5,000 fps measurement range. Can the Xero C2 track rapid fire? Yes. The C2’s faster processor supports rapid-fire tracking of up to 10 shots per second, depending on projectile velocity. This is a major upgrade from the C1 Pro, which could not reliably track r