Athlon Optics Ares ETR GEN2 UHD 4.5-30×56 APRS12 FFP IR MIL

The Athlon Ares ETR GEN2 UHD 4.5-30×56 APRS12 FFP IR MIL puts 32 MIL of total elevation travel in a 34mm tube with UHD glass that punches well above its price class. Whether you're dialing for steel at 1,000 yards or pushing past a mile, the first focal plane APRS12 reticle and precision zero stop give you repeatable, confident adjustments — and the locking windage turret keeps your settings secure when the scope gets knocked around in the field.

Key Features

• UHD extra-low dispersion glass produces sharp, color-true images with minimal chromatic aberration even at 30x — reviewers compare clarity favorably to optics costing twice as much
• 32 MIL total elevation and windage adjustment lets you dial confidently to extreme distances without relying on a canted rail, with 0.1 MIL clicks that are exceptionally tactile and distinct
• Precision zero stop returns to your exact zero with a hard, repeatable stop — easy to set with just a coin, no special tools needed
• Locking windage turret prevents accidental bumps from shifting your windage setting in the field or during transport — a feature typically found on much pricier scopes
• First focal plane APRS12 MIL reticle with illuminated center provides accurate holdovers at any magnification and stays visible in low light with 6 brightness levels and off-detent between each setting
• Side-focus parallax adjustment from 25 yards to infinity makes this scope versatile enough for NRL 22 rimfire competition at close range and ELR shooting past 1,000 yards
• 34mm one-piece aircraft-grade aluminum tube, argon-purged and sealed — waterproof, fogproof, and shockproof with superior thermal stability
• Gen2 upgrades include redesigned turrets, included throw lever, sunshade, and machined metal lens caps

Ideal For

PRS and NRL competitors — the 32 MIL elevation range, exposed locking turrets, and precise zero stop are exactly what you need for stage-to-stage dialing in precision rifle competition. The UHD glass keeps your target picture sharp through mirage, and the 4.5x low end gives you enough field of view for close-range barricade stages.

Long-range hunters who dial rather than hold — the locking windage turret is a genuine field advantage that prevents accidental bump-off during pack-ins and stalk approaches. At 36.8 oz it's not a lightweight, but the 56mm objective pulls in light for dawn and dusk shots when animals are moving.

NRL 22 and PRS rimfire shooters — the 25-yard minimum parallax and 4.5x low end make this scope surprisingly well-suited for rimfire precision at close distances, while the full 30x is there when you need it for reading wind and spotting splash.

Budget-conscious precision shooters who want the feature set of a $2,500+ scope — locking turrets, 32 MIL travel, FFP illuminated reticle, 34mm tube with UHD glass — at a price point that leaves room in the budget for ammo and match fees.