Nightforce NX8

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Athlon Ares ETR UHD

Nightforce NX8

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Athlon Ares ETR UHD

Nightforce NX8

Nightforce, established in 1992, is committed to delivering high-performance optics and mounting systems tested in the toughest environments. With nearly three decades of experience, Nightforce ensures optical clarity, consistent tracking, and rugged durability for military operations, competitive shooters, and outdoor enthusiasts alike. The NX8 Scope Series, a progression of the acclaimed NXS series, features an impressive 8x magnification range in a compact design, utilizing ED glass for enhanced clarity. Built to endure extreme conditions, the NX8 scopes are resistant to heat, cold, dust, and water. The ZeroStop elevation adjustment allows for rapid returns to zero, while the 50mm objective optimizes light transmission. The MOAR-CF2 reticle provides intuitive subtensions for fast target acquisition, making the NX8 ideal for versatile shooting scenarios.

Athlon Ares ETR UHD

The Argos HMR is thoughtfully designed with the average outdoorsman in mind, offering a compact and durable hunting scope that is both feature-rich and affordable. With 5x and 6x magnification ratios, it is perfectly suited for a variety of close and long-range hunting scenarios. The Advanced Fully Multi-Coated lenses enhance light transmission and clarity, while the choice of clean reticle options—such as illuminated center-dot crosshair, Mil-Dot, or BDC—provides a fool-proof traditional setup for any shooter. The Ares ETR First Focal Plane scope takes long-range shooting to new heights. It features a revamped turret system with a locking Windage turret and a true zero stop on the elevation turret, ensuring consistent and accurate adjustments. Extra Low dispersion lenses produce sharp, vibrant images with excellent color reproduction, and the 34mm tube construction is built to endure the harshest conditions. With a 0.1 MIL click value, a total elevation adjustment of 32 MIL, and a parallax adjustment from 25 yards to infinity, this scope is a top-tier choice for precision shooting enthusiasts.

Basic Details

BrandColorStyleSportItem WeightMaterial
Nightforce NX8NightforceDark Earth2.5-20x50 - MOAR-CF2Hunting1.8 PoundsMetal
Athlon Ares ETR UHDAthlonBrownAprs1 Ffp Ir Mil BrownHunting1 KilogramsAluminum

Magnification & Range

MagnificationParallax Setting
Nightforce NX82.5-20X50 yards to infinity
Athlon Ares ETR UHD4.5-30x25 Yard to Infinity

Performance Insights

Eye ReliefZoom RatioFOVNight Vision
Nightforce NX83.5 inches8:146.7 - 6.8 degreesNo
Athlon Ares ETR UHD3.9 inches7:17.4 - 1.2 degreesNo

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Diameter & Tube Size

Tube SizeTube DiameterObjective Diameter
Nightforce NX830mm30mm50mm
Athlon Ares ETR UHD34mm34mm56mm

Compatibility

Compatible DevicesMounting Type
Nightforce NX8Rifle‎Picatinny Mount
Athlon Ares ETR UHDRifle‎Picatinny Mount or Dovetail Mount

Additional Features

ReticleMax Elevation Adjustment
Nightforce NX8MOAR-CF2100 MOA
Athlon Ares ETR UHDMil-Dot, or BDC30 MOA

Built for Tough Conditions

WaterproofFogproofShockproof
Nightforce NX8YesYesYes
Athlon Ares ETR UHDYesYesYes

Accessories & Warranty

IncludesWarranty
Nightforce NX8Tenebraex flip up covers, cleaning fob/ cleaning cloth, multi-tool, power throw lever, stickers, manualLimited lifetime warranty
Athlon Ares ETR UHD‎Scope, battery, instruction manual, cleaning clothLimited lifetime warranty

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