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Athlon Talos BTR Rifle Scopes

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Athlon Talos BTR rifle scopes description

Athlon Talos BTR (Bright Tactical Reticle) rifle scopes come in 2 different models, the Talos BTR 1-4x24, and the Talos BTR 4-14x44. Both models have 4 times magnification range, 30 mm main tube , reticle illumination with 11 intensity settings for daytime and night time use and exposed tactical turrets for quick elevation adjustment. The magnification ring is easy usable with gloves, and goes in 180 degree turn from minimal to maximal magnification. All Athlon Talos BTR rifle scopes have fully multi coated lenses for better light transmission and contrast, are made of one piece aircraft grade aluminum for extra strength, are waterproof and nitrogen purged for fog proof use at low temperatures.

The Athlon Talos BTR 1-4x24 rifle scope is a wide angle model that has the reticle set in the second focal plane (reticle doesn't change with magnification), which is usable for CQB or IPSC competitions. The parallax  setting by this model is set on 100 meters.

The other model, Talos BTR 4-14x44 model has the reticle set in the first focal plane (the reticle changes with the magnification) adjustable parallax turret (from 10 yards to infinity, with markings till 500 yards), With all these features, this rifle scopes are perfect fuitable for HTR (Hunter Field Target) competitions.

Athlon Talos BTR rifle scopes features

  • Reliable mechanics in one-piece housing (shockproof even for the most powerful calibers)
  • Waterproof and nitrogen purged for Fogproof use at low temperatures
  • First focal plane reticles (reticle size change with magnification)
  • Second focal plane reticles (reticle doesn't change with magnification)
  • Multi coated lenses for image brightness and contrast
  • Variable magnification (4x zoom ratio)
  • Adjustable parallax turret (4-14x44) fixed parallax at 100 meter (1-4x24)
  • Reticle illumination (11 intensity settings)
  • 10 years warranty

Athlon Talos BTR configurations

Mounting of Athlon Talos BTR rifle scopes

The Athlon Talos BTR rifle scopes can only be mounted with 30 mm rings.

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General properties of Tactical Rifle scopes

Tactical rifle scopes are meant for tactical situations where the importance of the first shot hitting the target is much higher than consistent pinpoint accuracy. Tactical - scope also offers the possibility of range estimation or shifting of the aim point in the reticle to compensate for bullet drop or wind drift.

The most common features of tactical scope are:

 A special case of Tactical - scope is also MIL/MIL scope, which could be described also as fully tactical - scope. 

Tactical rifle scope- Delta Stryker scope with illuminated reticle

Delta Optical Stryker HD 4.5-30x56 Tactical rifle scope

What makes a scope tactical?

The tactical scope is a scope that features tactical (exposed) turrets, which is the one basic criterion. But there are more.

The optics is tactical if it meets the following requirements:

  • a magnification between 5x to 25x,

  • uncapped turrets on the riflescope,

  • an illuminated reticle,

  • one-centimeter clicks,

  • riflescope with the reticle in the first focal plane, and

  • on more expensive models, a zero stop.

What is the difference between a tactical scope and a hunting scope?

Hunting riflescope is, of course, meant to be used for hunting, whereas a tactical scope is intended to be used in all tactical situations. A hunting scope features a lower magnification range, so hunters can also use a scope in poor light conditions. A tactical scope, however, features a magnification that is on the upper side of the medium range.

Reticle position and turrets on tactical- rifle scope and hunting scope

Hunting scope is also the only type of scope that can be mounted with rails. The reticle is in the second focal plane, which is not the case with tactical scope, as they have a first focal plane reticle.

The turrets on hunting scope are capped low-profile hunting turrets, whereas tactical scope features uncapped turrets

Tactical scope Kahles

Kahles K318i 3.5-18x50 tactical rifle scope

What is the difference between a tactical - scope and a target scope?

As mentioned, the purpose of the tactical scope is to be used in all tactical situations. Target scope, on the other hand, is meant for precision shooting. Compared to tactical scopes’ 5x to 25x magnification, target ones have an extremely high one, which is up to 55x.

Reticle position in Tactical scope and Target scope

The tactical scope features a first focal plane reticle, and target scope a second focal plane reticle. What is more, with a target scope, if the user has enough knowledge and experience, they can also use it for hunting.

The characteristics of tactical riflescope (the main one being the FFP reticle), make them suitable only for tactical shooting purposes.