Athlon Helos BTR

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ZEISS V8

Athlon Helos BTR

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ZEISS V8 - V8 NA Premium Hunting

Athlon Helos BTR

The Athlon AHMR2 IR MIL scope has garnered attention for its exceptional value and performance in the competitive optics market. With a versatile 2-12x magnification range, it caters to various shooting styles, making it suitable for everything from close-range target practice to longer-distance engagements. Users consistently highlight the clarity of the glass, which rivals higher-priced alternatives, ensuring a bright and detailed sight picture. The illuminated reticle enhances visibility in challenging light conditions, allowing shooters to maintain accuracy during dusk or dawn. Its fully multi-coated optics significantly reduce glare and improve light transmission, resulting in a brighter image.

ZEISS V8

This riflescope offers unparalleled optical clarity and robust engineering, designed for hunters seeking peak performance in challenging environments. With an impressive 92% light transmission and the Ultra-FL Concept incorporating SCHOTT fluoride glass, it delivers exceptional brightness, color fidelity, and resolution, ensuring precision in even the harshest conditions. The ZEISS T* and LotuTec coatings enhance image clarity by minimizing reflections and repelling water, dirt, and debris for crisp visuals in low-light or adverse weather. Built to endure the most demanding situations, the 30mm main tube is impact-tested to withstand over 800 cycles at 1,000 g-force and multiple cycles at 1,500 g-force. It is waterproof up to 13 feet for two hours, ensuring reliability in extreme environments. The daylight-visible ultra-fine illuminated reticle allows precise aiming with minimal target coverage, making it suitable for dynamic hunting scenarios and long-range precision. The extra-large eyebox enhances quick target acquisition, maximizing success in fast-paced situations.

Basic Details

BrandColorStyleSportItem WeightMaterial
Athlon Helos BTRAthlonBlackAHMR2 IR MILHunting25.4 OuncesAluminum
ZEISS V8ZEISSMatte BlackV8 1-8x24/Capped TurretsHunting47.3 OuncesAluminum

Magnification & Range

MagnificationParallax Setting
Athlon Helos BTR2-12x100 yards
ZEISS V81-8x100 yards

Performance Insights

Eye ReliefZoom RatioFOVNight Vision
Athlon Helos BTR3.5 inches6:116.0 - 3.3 degreesNo
ZEISS V83.74 inches8:138.1 - 4.8 degreesNo

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Diameter & Tube Size

Tube SizeTube DiameterObjective Diameter
Athlon Helos BTR30mm30mm42mm
ZEISS V830mm30mm24mm

Compatibility

Compatible DevicesMounting Type
Athlon Helos BTRRifle‎Picatinny Mount or Weaver Mount
ZEISS V8RifleTraditional Ring Mounts

Additional Features

ReticleMax Elevation Adjustment
Athlon Helos BTRFfp Ir Mil30 MOA
ZEISS V8Illuminated Reticle80 MOA

Built for Tough Conditions

WaterproofFogproofShockproof
Athlon Helos BTRYesYesYes
ZEISS V8Yes (Nitrogen Purged and O-ring Sealed)YesYes

Accessories & Warranty

IncludesWarranty
Athlon Helos BTR‎Athlon Optics 214105: Helos Btr Gen2 2-12X42 Riflescope Ahmr2 Ffp Ir Mil ReticlLimited lifetime warranty
ZEISS V8‎Riflescope, lens cap, battery, cleaning cloth, quick guide, safety informationLimited Lifetime Warranty & 5-Year No-Fault Policy

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