Elevate your long-range shooting precision with the Athlon Helos BTR GEN2 6-24×56 APLR6 FFP IR MOA Reticle, a powerhouse optic designed for tactical enthusiasts and hunters who demand clarity, reliability, and value without compromise. This first focal plane riflescope delivers exceptional glass quality and robust construction, ensuring you hit your mark at extreme distances while enjoying the lightweight portability of a 34.5 oz build.
Key Features
- Advanced Fully Multi-Coated Lenses with XPL Coating: Provides superior light transmission for bright, true-color images in varying conditions, reducing glare and enhancing low-light performance for dawn-to-dusk hunts.
- APLR6 Illuminated FFP MOA Reticle: Features a 2 MOA floating center cross with 1 MOA hash marks and 5 MOA drop lines, maintaining consistent subtensions across all magnifications for accurate holdovers and ranging—ideal for quick adjustments on moving targets.
- Locking Turrets with Precision Zero Stop: Exposed, tactical-style turrets offer 1/4 MOA clicks and 100 MOA of elevation travel, allowing reliable dialing and a foolproof return to zero, minimizing errors in high-stakes scenarios.
- Argon-Purged and Fully Sealed: Waterproof, fogproof, and shockproof construction withstands harsh environments, from rainy fields to rugged terrain, ensuring your scope performs when you need it most.
- Side Parallax Adjustment: Fine-tunes focus from 10 yards to infinity, eliminating parallax error for pinpoint accuracy at any range, solving common frustrations with blurry edges on distant shots.
Technical Specifications
- Magnification Range: 6-24x
- Objective Lens Diameter: 56mm
- Tube Diameter: 34mm
- Eye Relief: 3.7 inches
- Field of View @ 100 yds: 17.1 – 4.3 ft
- Length: 14.3 inches
- Weight: 34.5 oz
- Adjustment per Click: 1/4 MOA
- Total Elevation Adjustment: 100 MOA
Why Choose the Athlon Helos BTR GEN2?
For shooters tired of scopes that compromise on glass quality or durability, this GEN2 model stands out by balancing high-end features with affordability. The FFP design addresses the pain of inconsistent reticle scaling in second focal plane optics, enabling seamless transitions from close-quarters to extreme long-range engagements. Its illuminated reticle glows subtly in low light, helping you acquire targets faster during critical moments. Built for the tactical shooter or precision hunter, it holds zero through recoil and tracks true, giving you confidence in every shot. Whether dialing for windage on a windy ridge or holding over for a distant game, this scope transforms challenging shots into confident successes.
Ready to unlock your rifle’s full potential? Invest in the Athlon Helos BTR GEN2 6-24×56 today and experience the difference in clarity, precision, and performance that top-tier optics deliver.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What makes a First Focal Plane (FFP) reticle beneficial for long-range shooting?
A: In an FFP scope, the reticle size scales with magnification, keeping subtensions accurate at any power. This allows precise holdovers and ranging without recalculating, perfect for dynamic long-range scenarios.
Q: How does the illuminated reticle perform in low-light conditions?
A: The APLR6 IR reticle offers adjustable illumination levels, providing a clear, non-blooming glow that enhances visibility in dim light while preserving battery life for extended field use.
Q: Is this scope suitable for both hunting and target shooting?
A: Yes, its versatile 6-24x range, close parallax adjustment, and durable build make it ideal for hunting at varied distances and precision target work, offering reliability across applications.

