Imagine pinpointing schools of bass hugging a submerged stump or watching a walleye dart away from your jig in real time—all from a crystal-clear 12-inch display that fits seamlessly into your fishing setup. The Lowrance Elite FS 12 without transducer delivers pro-level fishfinding power tailored for serious anglers who demand clarity, responsiveness, and versatility on the water. Whether you’re chasing crappie in shallow bays or trolling for salmon in deeper waters, this unit unlocks advanced sonar tools that turn guesswork into precision strikes.
What sets it apart? It’s built for customization—skip the bundled transducer and pair it with your preferred setup for optimal performance in your local waters. From crystal-clear live sonar to hyper-detailed structure scans, it equips you to read the underwater world like never before, saving hours of fruitless searching.
Unlock Real-Time Fish Behavior with ActiveTarget 2 Live Sonar
ActiveTarget 2 transforms your screen into a live window on fish activity. Track individual fish as they swim toward your bait, hover near cover, or scatter in response to pressure changes. Forward-facing mode reveals fish ahead of your boat, Scout mode sweeps wide areas for pods, and Down mode keeps tabs directly below. Anglers report landing trophy fish faster by adjusting retrieves on the fly—watch if your spinnerbait is triggering strikes or if it’s time to downsize.
Pro tip: In current-heavy rivers, combine it with drift tracking to predict fish holds behind boulders. Note that on the 12-inch model, you’ll view these in dedicated screens rather than splits, keeping the focus sharp.
Reveal Hidden Structures with Active Imaging 3-in-1
Ditch blurry side scans forever. Active Imaging 3-in-1 blends CHIRP sonar for precise depth and speed readings with SideScan and DownScan for jaw-dropping detail up to 300 feet per side. Spot submerged roadbeds, rock piles, or brush that hold staging fish, all overlaid with FishReveal to make targets pop against clutter.
For Active Imaging HD’s ultra-refined edges on timber lines and weed edges, add the S3100 module. This combo excels in murky lakes where traditional sonar falls short, helping you target brush piles loaded with perch or bluegill.
Navigate Smarter with Preloaded C-MAP Discover Onboard Charts
Hit the water ready to go with 1-foot contour maps on over 19,000 U.S. lakes and 9,400 in Canada. Identify ledges, humps, and points where fish ambush prey, then zoom in with Easy Routing or Autorouting for safe paths through no-wake zones.
Customize further with Genesis Live for on-the-fly contour updates from your sonar data, or import Navionics charts via microSD. It’s a game-changer for tournament anglers scouting new waters, shaving travel time and boosting catch rates.
Seamless Connectivity and Control
Network multiple units via Ethernet for shared sonar views across the boat.
Control Ghost trolling motors or Power-Pole anchors directly from the touchscreen.
Bluetooth for wireless updates and SiriusXM weather overlays.
NMEA 2000 integration for engine data and more.
Full multi-touch interface feels intuitive, even with gloves on, under bright sun with over 1,200 nits brightness.
Detailed Specifications
Display
Resolution
1280×800
Viewing Angle
80° top/bottom, 80° left/right
Brightness
>1200 nits
Touch Screen
Multi-touch
Physical
Weight
2.3 kg (5.1 lbs)
Compass Safe Distance
2.1 ft (65 cm)
Environmental
Operating Temperature
-15°C to +55°C (5°F to 131°F)
Storage Temperature
-20°C to +60°C (4°F to 140°F)
Waterproof Rating
IPX6 & IPX7
Electrical
Supply Voltage
12 V DC (10-17 V DC)
Recommended Fuse
3 Amps
Power Consumption Max
34.5 W (2.5 A at 13.8 V DC)
Interface/Connectivity
NMEA 2000
1 port (Micro-C)
Data Card Reader
1x microSD/SDXC
Ethernet
1 port (5-pin, 100Base-T)
Sonar
1 port (9-pin)
WiFi
802.11b/g/n (no unit-to-unit networking)
Bluetooth
4.0 with Classic support
GPS
10Hz WAAS/MSAS/EGNOS/GLONASS
What’s Included
Elite FS 12 Display
Corner Clip for Elite FS 7/9/10/12
Suncover
Bracket and Knobs
Power Cable
Fuse and Fuse Holder
Everything you need for quick flush- or surface-mount install—add your transducer choice like HDI Skimmer or Active Imaging pod for tailored sonar coverage.
Maximize Your Elite FS 12: Angler Tips
For Bass Fishing: Use SideScan to grid search flats for beds in spring, then switch to ActiveTarget Down for drop-shotting suspended fish.
Inland Lakes: Leverage 1-foot contours to hug breaklines; FishReveal shines on separating panfish from weeds.
Offshore: CHIRP tracks thermoclines where stripers stack—pair with waypoints for repeat spots.
Rugged IPX7 waterproofing handles spray and splashes, while wide viewing angles let co-anglers chime in without glare.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Lowrance Elite FS 12 come with a transducer?
No, this model ships without a transducer, allowing you to select one matched to your boat and fishing style, such as for shallow water or deep structure scanning.
