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2.5-15X50 30MM APLR13 IR MOAATHLON SCOPE ARES BTR GEN3 $769.99
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The Athlon Ares BTR Gen3 4.5-27x50 rifle scope combines serious magnification range with optical clarity at a price point that won't empty your reloading budget. Built around a single-piece 30mm aircraft-grade aluminum tube, this first focal plane scope delivers the ruggedness needed for everything from precision range work to backcountry hunting. The Gen3 leverages advanced fully multi-coated glass and Athlon's XPL protective coating to cut glare and maximize light transmission in low-light conditions—whether you're glassing at dawn or making a shot in the golden hour.
What sets the Ares BTR Gen3 apart is its attention to detail without the premium optics price tag. The illuminated, etched glass reticle gives you multiple aiming options in changing light, while the precision zero-stop system lets you return to zero with confidence after dialing for distance or wind. The side parallax adjustment (25 yards to infinity) means you can dial out parallax error without hunting for it mechanically, and the exposed turrets respond to 0.25 MOA clicks for predictable, repeatable adjustments. An argon purge keeps internal optics fog-free in temperature swings and wet conditions.
With a 4.5-27x power range and 50mm objective lens, you get flexibility: lower magnification for close-range hunting or CQB scenarios, and maximum magnification for precision rifle matches or long-range varmint work. At 27.3 ounces, it's substantial enough to handle recoil without unnecessary weight penalty. The 3.9 inches of eye relief accommodates most shooters and setups comfortably. Whether you're building a do-it-all hunting rifle or a dialed long-range platform, the Ares BTR Gen3 is a capable, honest performer.
| Power | 4.5–27x |
| Objective Lens Diameter | 50mm |
| Tube Diameter | 30mm |
| Reticle Type | Illuminated, etched glass |
| Turret Type | Exposed |
| Eye Relief | 3.9 inches |
| Field of View @ 100 Yards | 22.7–3.8 ft |
| Click Value | 0.25 MOA |
| Elevation Adjustment | 80 MOA total |
| Windage Adjustment | 80 MOA total |
| Adjustment Per Rotation | 25 MOA |
| Parallax Adjustment | Side focus, 25 yards to infinity |
| Purging Material | Argon |
| Weight | 27.3 oz |
| Tube Material | Aircraft-grade aluminum |
The Ares BTR Gen3 is a first focal plane (FFP) scope, which means the reticle size scales with magnification. This makes it intuitive for holdovers and rangefinding at any magnification level.
The Ares BTR Gen3 works well on centerfire hunting rifles, precision target rifles, and long-range platforms. The 4.5–27x range covers close-range hunting scenarios at low power and extended-distance shooting at maximum magnification.
Yes, the scope is waterproof. The argon-purged construction and sealed design protect internal optics from moisture and fog in wet conditions and temperature swings.
The Ares BTR Gen3 features an illuminated, etched glass reticle. The illumination option lets you pick your aiming point in low-light conditions, and the etched glass reticle remains visible even if the illumination is off.
SKU: 167520888 • Width: 6in • Height: 4.75in • Depth: 16.05in • Weight: 3.75oz
Availability: In Stock
Current Stock: Out of stock
The Athlon Ares BTR Gen3 4.5-27x50 rifle scope combines serious magnification range with optical clarity at a price point that won't empty your reloading budget. Built around a single-piece 30mm aircraft-grade aluminum tube, this first focal plane scope delivers the ruggedness needed for everything from precision range work to backcountry hunting. The Gen3 leverages advanced fully multi-coated glass and Athlon's XPL protective coating to cut glare and maximize light transmission in low-light conditions—whether you're glassing at dawn or making a shot in the golden hour.
What sets the Ares BTR Gen3 apart is its attention to detail without the premium optics price tag. The illuminated, etched glass reticle gives you multiple aiming options in changing light, while the precision zero-stop system lets you return to zero with confidence after dialing for distance or wind. The side parallax adjustment (25 yards to infinity) means you can dial out parallax error without hunting for it mechanically, and the exposed turrets respond to 0.25 MOA clicks for predictable, repeatable adjustments. An argon purge keeps internal optics fog-free in temperature swings and wet conditions.
With a 4.5-27x power range and 50mm objective lens, you get flexibility: lower magnification for close-range hunting or CQB scenarios, and maximum magnification for precision rifle matches or long-range varmint work. At 27.3 ounces, it's substantial enough to handle recoil without unnecessary weight penalty. The 3.9 inches of eye relief accommodates most shooters and setups comfortably. Whether you're building a do-it-all hunting rifle or a dialed long-range platform, the Ares BTR Gen3 is a capable, honest performer.
| Power | 4.5–27x |
| Objective Lens Diameter | 50mm |
| Tube Diameter | 30mm |
| Reticle Type | Illuminated, etched glass |
| Turret Type | Exposed |
| Eye Relief | 3.9 inches |
| Field of View @ 100 Yards | 22.7–3.8 ft |
| Click Value | 0.25 MOA |
| Elevation Adjustment | 80 MOA total |
| Windage Adjustment | 80 MOA total |
| Adjustment Per Rotation | 25 MOA |
| Parallax Adjustment | Side focus, 25 yards to infinity |
| Purging Material | Argon |
| Weight | 27.3 oz |
| Tube Material | Aircraft-grade aluminum |
The Ares BTR Gen3 is a first focal plane (FFP) scope, which means the reticle size scales with magnification. This makes it intuitive for holdovers and rangefinding at any magnification level.
The Ares BTR Gen3 works well on centerfire hunting rifles, precision target rifles, and long-range platforms. The 4.5–27x range covers close-range hunting scenarios at low power and extended-distance shooting at maximum magnification.
Yes, the scope is waterproof. The argon-purged construction and sealed design protect internal optics from moisture and fog in wet conditions and temperature swings.
The Ares BTR Gen3 features an illuminated, etched glass reticle. The illumination option lets you pick your aiming point in low-light conditions, and the etched glass reticle remains visible even if the illumination is off.
SKU: 167520888 • Width: 6in • Height: 4.75in • Depth: 16.05in • Weight: 3.75oz