Department of Defense Contract Sig Tango6T LPVO

Published on December 14, 2020
Duration: 13:30

The Sig Sauer Tango6T LPVO has been selected by the DoD for the M4A1, marking a shift towards variable power optics. The FFP version with the Horseshoe Dot reticle offers accurate ranging at all magnifications, while the SFP Hellfire reticle is only accurate at 6x. While functional in low light, neither reticle is daylight bright.

Quick Summary

The Sig Sauer Tango6T 1-6x LPVO is now standard issue for the DoD's M4A1 carbines under a $77 million contract. It comes in FFP (Horseshoe Dot) and SFP (Hellfire) versions, with FFP offering accurate ranging at all magnifications, though illumination isn't daylight bright.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: DoD Contract & Sig Tango6T
  2. 02:22SFP Version: Hellfire Reticle Explained
  3. 06:04FFP Version: Horseshoe Dot Reticle
  4. 09:28FFP vs SFP Comparison & Illumination
  5. 10:51Conclusion: LPVO Combat Utility

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Sig Sauer Tango6T and why is it significant?

The Sig Sauer Tango6T is a 1-6x Low Power Variable Optic (LPVO) recently awarded a $77 million Department of Defense contract for standard issue on M4A1 carbines, replacing traditional red dot sights for general infantry.

What's the difference between the FFP and SFP versions of the Tango6T?

The First Focal Plane (FFP) version's reticle scales with magnification, allowing accurate ranging at any power. The Second Focal Plane (SFP) version's reticle size is constant, making BDC ranging accurate only at 6x magnification.

Which Tango6T reticle is better for military use?

The FFP version with the Horseshoe Dot reticle is expected to see wider distribution due to its versatility in accurate ranging at all magnifications. The SFP Hellfire reticle is more specialized for specific ranges at 6x.

Are the Tango6T reticles daylight bright?

While functional for low-light conditions, the illumination on both FFP and SFP Tango6T reticles is not considered 'daylight bright' when compared to dedicated red dot sights in intense sunlight.

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