Lowrance Eagle 5 Splitshot W/C-MAP US Inland

🐟 Entry-tier 5" Lowrance Eagle with CHIRP + Down Scan + GPS + C-MAP. Cheapest Lowrance with mapping. The Eagle every serious entry-tier angler should probably consider.

Lowrance Eagle 5 Splitshot with C-MAP US Inland

The Lowrance Eagle 5 Splitshot with C-MAP US Inland is Lowrance's entry-tier chartplotter/fishfinder combo, priced in this tier Features CHIRP traditional sonar, Down Scan imaging (Lowrance's equivalent to Humminbird Down Imaging / Garmin ClearVü), built-in GPS, and pre-loaded C-MAP US Inland cartography. The Splitshot transducer includes both CHIRP and Down Scan in one transom-mount unit.

At this price point,, the Eagle 5 Splitshot is the cheapest Lowrance with mapping capability. Compared to the the Eagle 4X, the price premium buys GPS, Down Scan, a larger 5" screen, and pre-loaded C-MAP US Inland charts. For most kayak and small-boat anglers, this is the right Lowrance entry point, not the 4X. Comparable to Garmin STRIKER Vivid 5cv and Humminbird HELIX 5 CHIRP/GPS Combo G3 , all priced similarly at the entry chartplotter tier.

Lowrance fishfinder line context: Eagle (this price range) is the entry tier. Eagle Eye (this price range) is the premium Eagle variant. Elite FS (this price range) is the mid-premium touchscreen tier with Active Imaging HD and network capability. HDS PRO (this price range) is the flagship tier with premium processor, Active Imaging HD, and full network capability. Lowrance transducer naming: Bullet Skimmer (entry CHIRP), Splitshot (CHIRP + Down Scan), Tripleshot (CHIRP + Down Scan + Side Scan), Active Imaging 3-in-1 (CHIRP + AI Down + AI Side), Active Imaging HD (premium AI), and ActiveTarget (live sonar, Lowrance equivalent to Garmin LiveScope and Humminbird MEGA Live 2).

Key Features

• ✅ 5" Color Display. Button controls
• ✅ CHIRP Sonar. Dual-frequency CHIRP
• ✅ Down Scan Imaging. Lowrance equivalent to Humminbird DI / Garmin ClearVü
• ✅ Built-In GPS. Waypoints, trails, basic chartplotter
• ✅ C-MAP US Inland Pre-Loaded. Premium freshwater cartography included
• ✅ Splitshot Transducer Included. CHIRP + Down Scan transom-mount
• ✅ MicroSD Card Slot. Add more C-MAP, Navionics, or C-MAP Genesis Edge chips
• ✅ IPX7 Waterproof
• ❌ No Side Scan. Step up to Eagle 9 Tripleshot for Side Scan
• ❌ No Active Imaging. Active Imaging is Elite FS and HDS PRO tier

Who This Is For

This unit is best for kayak anglers wanting GPS, jon boat owners upgrading from sonar-only, small boat owners, recreational bass anglers on budget, and anglers building a first proper Lowrance fishfinder/chartplotter rig. Step down: Eagle 4X saves money but loses GPS, Down Scan, and mapping. Step up: Eagle 7 Splitshot adds a 7" screen. Two steps up: Eagle 9 Tripleshot adds Side Scan capability.

Choose This If...

• You want a Lowrance fishfinder in the this price range tier. This is the right price bracket.
• You fish kayaks, jon boats, bass boats, or small center consoles. Application fits this size class.
• You prefer Lowrance ecosystem. If you run Lowrance Ghost trolling motor, have existing Lowrance rig, or plan to add ActiveTarget live sonar, stay in Lowrance.
• Your fishing style matches the feature set. Review Key Features above to confirm you need what this unit offers and don't need features it lacks.

Specifications

• Display: 5" color button-controlled
• Sonar: CHIRP + Down Scan
• Transducer: Splitshot transom-mount (CHIRP + Down Scan, included)
• GPS: Built-in with C-MAP US Inland pre-loaded
• MicroSD: Single slot for additional cartography
• Waterproof: IPX7
• SKU: 000-16111-001

Warranty

Covered by Lowrance's 2-year limited warranty. Carolina Sportsman Outfitters provides post-purchase setup guidance by phone. Call 252-431-6001 with setup questions, transducer mounting advice, or upgrade recommendations if this unit is not the right fit for your fishing.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between Eagle, Elite FS, and HDS PRO?

Eagle is entry tier with button UI. Elite FS is mid-premium with touchscreen, Active Imaging HD, and network capability. HDS PRO is flagship with premium processor, Active Imaging HD premium transducer, and full network capability. Eagle maxes out at around (Eagle 9 Tripleshot), Elite FS spans -an HDS PRO spans this price range

What does Active Imaging HD mean?

Active Imaging HD is Lowrance's premium imaging technology. Sharper detail on structure, cover, and fish than standard Down Scan / Side Scan. Comparable to Humminbird MEGA Imaging and Garmin ClearVü/SideVü Ultra. Active Imaging HD requires a compatible transducer and is standard on Elite FS and HDS PRO units.

What is ActiveTarget?

ActiveTarget is Lowrance's forward-scan live sonar system. Direct competitor to Garmin LiveScope Plus and Humminbird MEGA Live 2. Shows real-time sonar imagery of fish swimming toward lures. Requires ActiveTarget transducer (sold separately) and a compatible head unit (Elite FS or HDS PRO). Eagle tier is not ActiveTarget compatible.

What is C-MAP DISCOVER / Contour+ / Genesis Edge?

Lowrance cartography options. C-MAP DISCOVER is premium HD bathymetric cartography (DISCOVER US Inland, DISCOVER US/CA, DISCOVER OnBoard variants). C-MAP Contour+ is premium US freshwater contour mapping. C-MAP Genesis Edge is the Lowrance equivalent to Humminbird AutoChart Live and Garmin Quickdraw Contours, letting you record custom 1-foot contour maps as you fish.

Does this work with Lowrance Ghost trolling motor?

Elite FS and HDS PRO units integrate with Lowrance Ghost trolling motors via NMEA 2000 networking. Features include waypoint steering, GPS coordinates display, and unified fishfinder + trolling motor control. Eagle tier is standalone and does not integrate with Lowrance Ghost or any trolling motor.

How does Lowrance compare to Humminbird and Garmin?

At comparable tiers, Lowrance, Humminbird, and Garmin offer similar feature sets. Lowrance strengths include Active Imaging HD clarity, C-MAP Genesis Edge custom mapping, ActiveTarget live sonar, and Ghost trolling motor integration. Humminbird strengths include MEGA Imaging, One-Boat Network with Minn Kota, MEGA Live 2, and AutoChart Live. Garmin strengths include LiveScope live sonar, Panoptix, Garmin Force trolling motor, and BlueChart cartography. Choice is usually driven by ecosystem preference, specifically which trolling motor brand you run.

Is this used in tournaments?

Elite FS is common on bass and crappie tournament boats at club and BFL levels, sometimes B.A.S.S. Opens. HDS PRO is common at top circuits (B.A.S.S. Elite, MLF Pro Tour). Eagle tier is typically recreational/beginner and not common in competitive tournament settings.

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Carolina Sportsman Outfitters has been outfitting anglers with Lowrance fishfinders since 2015. We know the tier differences across Eagle, Elite FS, and HDS PRO, and which features matter for specific fishing styles. Call 252-431-6001 for pre-purchase tier questions or post-purchase setup help.

Need help with fit, compatibility, or networking? Carolina Sportsman Outfitters has been outfitting Carolina bass, striper, and crappie anglers since 2015, we know the Lowrance HDS PRO, Elite FS, and Eagle lineups and can verify compatibility, transducer pairings, and network expansion before you order. Call 252-431-6001.

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