Athlon Optics Cronus BTR GEN2 UHD 1-6×24 ATSR2 SFP IR MOA

The Athlon Cronus BTR GEN2 UHD 1-6×24 ATSR2 SFP IR MOA is Athlon's flagship LPVO, pairing UHD extra-low-dispersion glass with a 106.9-foot field of view at 1x, an illuminated BDC reticle, locking turrets, and a precision zero stop — all in an 18.8 oz package that competes with LPVOs costing hundreds more. The Cronus sits at the top of Athlon's lineup, using premium glass and coatings that deliver noticeably sharper, brighter images than the Ares and Midas lines below it. Independent reviewers consistently rank the Cronus GEN2 UHD among the best LPVOs in its price class for optical clarity.

Key Features

• UHD extra-low-dispersion glass with advanced fully multi-coated lenses and XPL protective coating delivers bright, color-true images with minimal chromatic aberration — reviewers describe the glass quality as comparable to LPVOs costing $1,200+, with sharp resolution at 6x that lets you see bullet holes on paper at 100 yards
• 1-6x magnification with a massive 106.9-foot field of view at 1x — the wide FOV and true 1x performance let you shoot with both eyes open for fast target acquisition, just like a red dot. At 6x you have enough magnification for precise shot placement out to 600 yards
• ATSR2 SFP illuminated reticle — second focal plane design with a 1.4 MOA illuminated center dot, BDC holdover points calibrated for 68-69 grain .223/5.56 at 300-600 yards, and wind hold references for 5 and 10 mph crosswinds. Only the center dot illuminates, keeping the 1x view clean. The SFP design keeps the reticle visible and usable across the entire magnification range
• 120 MOA symmetric elevation and windage adjustment with 0.5 MOA clicks and 32 MOA per revolution — generous adjustment range for an LPVO, with half-MOA clicks that are appropriately sized for fast, coarse corrections in competition and field use
• Locking turrets with precision zero stop — push the turret down to lock it against accidental movement, pull up to adjust. The zero stop returns to your exact zero with a hard, repeatable stop. This combination prevents accidental drift during transport or movement while still giving you quick access to adjustments
• Fixed parallax at 100 yards — eliminates the need for parallax adjustment, keeping the scope simple and fast for its intended close-to-mid range role
• 3.6-4.0 inches of eye relief — generous and consistent across the magnification range, allowing fast cheek weld and comfortable shooting even under recoil
• 18.8 oz and 10.4 inches — compact and lightweight for an optic with this feature set, keeping your rifle balanced and maneuverable
• 30mm one-piece aircraft-grade aluminum tube, argon-purged and sealed — waterproof, fogproof, and shockproof

Ideal For

3-gun and multi-gun competitors — this is the scope's design intent. The ATSR2 reticle provides BDC holds and wind references calibrated for .223/5.56, the 106.9-foot FOV at 1x lets you transition between close targets as fast as a red dot, and 6x gives you the precision to engage steel out to 600 yards. At 18.8 oz, it adds minimal weight to a competition rifle. The locking turrets and zero stop ensure your zero stays put through an entire match.

General-purpose AR-15 shooters who want one optic that covers everything from close-range defensive scenarios to 400-yard precision — the 1-6x range handles the full spectrum of AR-15 use cases. The illuminated center dot provides a fast aiming point at 1x, and the BDC holds give you reliable drop compensation at distance without touching your turrets.

Hunters in mixed terrain — the wide FOV at 1x handles snap shots in timber as effectively as any red dot, while 6x gives you the magnification for open shots across a field or canyon. The compact 10.4-inch length and 18.8 oz weight keep your rifle handy in brush, and the locking turrets prevent zero drift during a day of hiking.

Patrol and duty rifle shooters who need a versatile optic that transitions from CQB distances to positive identification and precise shot placement at 200-400 yards — the locking turrets, zero stop, and rugged construction are built for hard use.