[Review] Trijicon MRO: Our New Favorite Duty Red Dot?

Published on February 25, 2020
Duration: 5:03

This guide details the installation and adjustment of the Trijicon MRO red dot sight, emphasizing its suitability for duty use. It covers selecting appropriate mounts, securing the optic, and performing brightness and zeroing adjustments. The Trijicon MRO is presented as a durable, high-end option offering a balance of fast target acquisition and a wide field of view.

Quick Summary

The Trijicon MRO is a highly durable, high-end duty red dot sight, praised for its 'bomb-proof' construction and stellar glass quality. It offers a balance of fast target acquisition and a wide field of view, occupying a niche between micro-dots and full-sized holographic sights. Its top-mounted brightness adjustment and 5-year battery life (red dot) make it ideal for demanding applications.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Trijicon MRO
  2. 00:57Size and Field of View Comparison
  3. 01:21Brightness and Reticle Options
  4. 02:40Mounting and Controls
  5. 03:27Battery Life and Adjustments
  6. 04:01Final Verdict

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the Trijicon MRO a good duty optic?

The Trijicon MRO is considered a top duty optic due to its 'bomb-proof' construction, stellar glass quality, and a balance of fast target acquisition with a wide field of view. Its top-mounted brightness control is also easier to manipulate.

How does the Trijicon MRO compare in size to other red dots?

The MRO is larger than typical micro red dots like the Aimpoint T1 but smaller than full-sized holographic sights like EOTechs. This size allows for a wider field of view compared to micro red dots.

What are the battery life expectations for the Trijicon MRO?

The red dot version of the Trijicon MRO offers an impressive battery life of approximately 5 years of continuous use at setting 3. The green dot variant has a shorter battery life of about 1 year under the same conditions.

What are the adjustment increments for the Trijicon MRO?

The Trijicon MRO features windage and elevation adjustments that are recessed and provide 1/2 MOA clicks. These adjustments can be made using a flathead screwdriver or a coin.

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