The Acog is Dead, Long Live the Acog

Published on December 21, 2024
Duration: 8:16

The Trijicon TA11 ACOG is a 3.5x35mm prism optic offering extended eye relief compared to the TA31, but at the cost of a reduced field of view and increased weight. It features a red fiber optic reticle with a 5.56 BDC, supplemented by tritium for low-light conditions. While offering robust construction and good glass quality, its compromises make it a niche optic.

Quick Summary

The Trijicon TA11 ACOG is a 3.5x35mm prism optic that prioritizes extended eye relief over field of view and weight, making it a heavier and bulkier option than the TA31. It features a 5.56 BDC reticle illuminated by fiber optics and tritium.

Chapters

  1. 01:09Introducing the TA11 ACOG
  2. 01:33Full Disclosure & Origin
  3. 01:48TA11 Specs: Magnification & Eye Relief
  4. 02:00Trijicon's TA11 Variants
  5. 02:07Reticle and Illumination
  6. 02:16Weight and Dimensions
  7. 02:36Turret Design
  8. 02:52Fiber Optic Illumination
  9. 03:05Tritium Inserts
  10. 03:16Passive Aiming
  11. 03:27TA51 Mount
  12. 03:41Controls Overview
  13. 03:53Using the TA11
  14. 03:57Eye Relief and Eyebox
  15. 04:01Mounting Height
  16. 04:09Field of View Sacrifice
  17. 04:15TA11 vs TA31 Field of View
  18. 04:51Glass Quality
  19. 05:08Reticle Details
  20. 05:105.56 BDC Reticle Performance
  21. 05:21Reticle Drawbacks
  22. 05:39Comparison to TA31
  23. 05:52TA31 Image Quality
  24. 06:04Height Over Bore Considerations
  25. 06:08Pricing and Value
  26. 06:25Personal Preference on Compromise Optics
  27. 06:32Prism vs LPVO
  28. 06:48TA11 as an Acceptable Choice
  29. 06:54Competition Landscape
  30. 07:06Future Competition
  31. 07:16Conclusion: ACOG is Dead, Long Live ACOG
  32. 07:21Viewer Feedback

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key differences between the Trijicon TA11 and TA31 ACOG optics?

The Trijicon TA11 offers significantly more eye relief than the TA31, making it more forgiving for shooters. However, this comes at the cost of a reduced field of view and increased weight compared to the TA31.

How does the Trijicon TA11 illuminate its reticle in low light conditions?

The TA11 utilizes a combination of a fiber optic cable for ambient light gathering and a tritium insert for passive illumination in complete darkness. The tritium is designed to last for approximately a decade.

What is the field of view for the Trijicon TA11 ACOG?

The Trijicon TA11 ACOG has a field of view of 29 feet at 100 yards when set to its 3.5x magnification. This is a notable reduction compared to other ACOG models like the TA31.

What is the weight of the Trijicon TA11 ACOG optic?

The Trijicon TA11 ACOG weighs approximately 14 ounces without a mount. When equipped with the TA51 thumbscrew mount, the total weight increases to about 18 ounces.

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