Shooting mk18 with aimpoint pro
Some of the most popular ones are:
- Aimpoint Micro
- EOTech EXPS3
- Holosun 515GM
- ELCAN SpecterDR
The MK18 is not just the gun to throw poor quality sights on... There are so many ways to configure this rifle, so let us show you the ones that are best different types of application.
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Best MK18 Optics
EOTECH EXPS3-4 - Best Overall
Why Use The EOTech? This operator grade sight that works for many people including people with astigmatism. It's the go to optic for serious CQB shooters and home defenders within 50 yard distance.
CQB Holdover - Use the bottom of the 68 MOA ring for fast close range holdover to compensate CQB sight over bore offset.
Shoot With Both Eyes Open - Widen your situational awareness and not miss anything in the corner of your eye
Unobstructed FOV - Easily acquire the target while shooting on the move, shooting over barricade and around corners.
Night Vision Capable - Shoot in the dark with night vision goggles using the NV mode. Not many sights out there have this feature.
Sight in at 36 yard for the tightest 5" shot group (25 - 100 yards)
Fast Ranging BDC Reticle - Range a 5'8" tall human size target inside the 68 MOA reticle to quickly estimate relative target distance. In addition, use a magnifier behind the EXPS3 -4 to Engage up to 600 yards
Raised Height - No need to purchase additional riser mount. The sight sits at 1/3rd co-witness height for better cheek position for most shooters and clears over any iron sights.
Features:
ELCAN SpecterDR - Used By Spec Ops
1-4X Instantly - Skip 2X and 3X that shooters never use anyway. Just flip the magnification between 1X and 4X like a switch.
Compact For Dual Role Missions - Go from CQB to Mid Range using only one compact size scope. Much more compact than using a long tube style low power variable optic
Built Like A Tank - Raytheon Technology built the ELCAN for the warfighters in the field as tough as their aerospace defense weapon systems to win fights. It survives drop, kick, bump, shear and other physical abuses to retain zero.
BDC Reticle - Calibrated for the NATO 5.56 up to effective 1000 yards (100 yd zero) with fast ranging scale to estimate target distance without getting off the scope.
Clear Glass & Large FOV - No tube effect! The large FOV at 4X feels like looking at the target on a 50" TV through the scope right in front of the eye.
Features:
- Magnification: 1-4X
- Objective Lens: 32mm
- Eye Relief: 2.75"
- Reticle Type: 5.56 BDC
- Turret : 0.5/ Click
- Length: 6.02 inches
- Weight: 23.2 oz
Vortex Razor HD Gen 3 1-10X - Best LPVO
Why Pick This One? - The RAZOR HD Gen 3 1-10X is a do-it-all scope for close range and long range shooting. While you consider a 1-8X scope, the 1-10X is a better LPVO option for all variants of AR15 rifles and
Better Target ID - ID far away targets with clarity for better situational awareness and shot placement
Fast 1X Target Acquisition - 3 inward arrows quickly draws the eye quickly to the center reticle like a red dot for CQB actions.
Moving Target Hold - Use the moving target hold to get lead on moving target without any mental guess work
Range Target Fast - Quickly estimate the target distance as well as holdover and windage corrections simply by superimpose the hashmarked ranging subtension lines on the target.
Lifetime Warranty - You break it, Vortex will replace it at no cost with a lifetime, unconditional warranty. Even if it is not a original purchase.
Read Detailed Razor 1-10X Review
Features:
- Magnification: 1-10X
- Objective Lens: 24mm
- Focal Plane: First Focal
- Tube Size: 34mm
- Reticle Type: EBR 9
- Turret : 0.25 MOA or 0.1 MIL / click
- Length: 10.1 inches
- Weight: 21.5 oz
Aimpoint Micro - Best Durability
Why Aimpoint is the best - The Aimpoint Micro is the oldest kid on the block. It's the go to red dot optic for serious CQB shooters and people wanting a super low profile, low drag and lightweight MK18, even more so than the EOTECH EXPS3.
Insane battery life - Insane 50,000+ hours (~5 yrs), which means the sight is always on and ready!
Built like a tank - Throw it, kick it, drop it... nothing will throws off the zero. The forged 7075 T6 aluminum housing protects external and internal components against rough handling and shock.
Works with magnifier scope
CQB & Mid Range - Turn your MK18 into a CQB & mid range combat machine by adding a red dot magnifier behind it for more magnification & PID capability
There are many aftermarket mounts available, be sure to check out Scalarworks LEAP mount. By far the best skeletonized mount available
Features:
- Magnification: 1X
- Eye Relief: Unlimited
- Reticle Type: 2 MOA Red Dot
- Turret : 0.5 MOA / Click
- Length: 3.1 inches
- Weight: 4.7 oz
Holosun 515GM - Best Aimpoint Micro Alternative
Why Must Try The HS515GM - This is by far the closest mil-spec quality micro red dot to the Aimpoint Micro T2 but at 1/2 the price.
See Through Flip Covers - Just like the Aimpoint Pro, it protects the optic from dust, and no need to flip up the lens covers before engaging
Motion Activated Reticle - ShakeAwake technology activates the reticle upon sensing any movement, and it turns off to save battery when sitting at rest
Mulit-Reticle - Just like the HS510C, cycle through different reticles for your specific need
Uses Aimpoint Micro Mount - Uses any aftermarket Aimpoint Micro mounts you like with various height options
Common FAQ
On The MK18 - Red Dot + Magnifier VS LPVO?
A red dot + magnifier setup is great for rapid close up engagement and targets up to 200 yards. When done shooting long range, just flip the magnifier to the side or removal off the rifleto cut weight.
It's also a great configuration for shooters who generally shoot CQB behind covers, barricades and through tight spaces like the 9 hole drill.
A low power variable optic is best for shooters who live in a rural area and generally shoot up to 300 - 500 yards as frequently as a person taking daily showers, and shooters who compete in 3 gun.
It's a do-it-all type of optic system that can mimick a red dot, and it can also do long range with a much detailed reticle than just a dot.
The only down side of a LPVO on the MK18 is its inability to shooting in improvised positions or tight corners due to eye box and eye relief constraints.
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