Passive Shooting | T.REX Training

Published on December 20, 2024
Duration: 0:31

This guide details the passive shooting technique, emphasizing cost-effective entry into night vision operations. Instruction from Lucas Botkin of T.REX ARMS highlights using NVGs with a night-vision-compatible optic and illuminator, bypassing expensive IR lasers. It covers essential gear and the importance of proficient weapon handling in low-light conditions.

Quick Summary

Passive shooting is a cost-effective technique for low-light engagements using night vision goggles (NVGs). It bypasses expensive IR lasers by employing night-vision-compatible optics and weapon-mounted illuminators, making entry into night vision operations more accessible.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Cost of Night Vision
  2. 00:12Passive Shooting Explained

Frequently Asked Questions

What is passive shooting?

Passive shooting is a technique for engaging targets in low-light or no-light conditions using night vision equipment. It bypasses the need for an expensive IR laser by utilizing a night-vision-compatible optic and a weapon-mounted illuminator, making it a more affordable entry into night vision operations.

How can I make night vision shooting more affordable?

To make night vision shooting more affordable, consider the passive shooting technique. Instead of investing in costly IR lasers, use night vision goggles (NVGs) paired with a night-vision-compatible optic like a holographic sight and a weapon-mounted illuminator.

What gear is needed for passive shooting?

For passive shooting, you'll need night vision goggles (NVGs), a rifle (like an AR-15) equipped with a night-vision-compatible optic (e.g., EOTech holographic sight), and a weapon-mounted illuminator. A suppressor is also often used for noise reduction.

Why is passive shooting considered cost-effective?

Passive shooting is cost-effective because it eliminates the need for expensive infrared (IR) aiming lasers, which are a major cost component of traditional night vision setups. It relies instead on NVGs, compatible optics, and illuminators.

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