Brownells - Trijicon A.C.O.G Demo of Different Reticles

Published on May 14, 2008
Duration: 1:11

This video provides an expert overview of the Trijicon ACOG line, presented by Tim Dillon, who identifies as Government Sales/Small Arms Tech Support for Brownells. It details the ACOG's dual-illumination system (tritium and fiber optics) for reliability in all light conditions, the Bindon Aiming Concept (BAC), and the variety of reticle options available, including different shapes and BDC calibrations for calibers like 5.56 and .308.

Quick Summary

The Trijicon ACOG offers exceptional reliability through its dual-illumination system, combining tritium and fiber optics to function in any light condition without batteries. It supports the Bindon Aiming Concept (BAC) for rapid target acquisition and features various reticle options, including BDC-calibrated designs for 5.56 and .308 calibers, with magnifications from 1.5x to 5.5x.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Trijicon ACOG & Tim Dillon
  2. 00:13Bindon Aiming Concept (BAC) Explained
  3. 00:24ACOG Reliability: Tritium & Fiber Optics
  4. 00:34Magnification & Reticle Variety
  5. 00:45Specific Reticle Types & Calibers

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the Trijicon ACOG reliable in all lighting conditions?

The Trijicon ACOG features a dual-illumination system. It uses tritium for a self-powered glow in low-light or no-light conditions and a fiber optic light collector to harness ambient light during the day, eliminating the need for batteries.

What is the Bindon Aiming Concept (BAC) used with ACOGs?

The Bindon Aiming Concept (BAC) is an aiming technique for magnified optics like the ACOG. It involves using the illuminated reticle and keeping both eyes open, allowing for faster target acquisition and improved situational awareness, especially at closer ranges.

What types of reticles are available for the Trijicon ACOG?

Trijicon ACOGs offer a variety of reticle shapes, including traditional crosshairs, chevrons, dots, circles, and triangles. These are often illuminated in colors like green, red, or amber and can be calibrated with Bullet Drop Compensators (BDC) for specific calibers like 5.56 NATO and .308 Win.

What is the magnification range of the Trijicon ACOG scopes shown?

The Trijicon ACOG scopes demonstrated in the video offer variable magnification, ranging from 1.5x for wider field of view at closer distances up to 5.5x for more precise aiming at longer ranges.

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