A thermal scope is an essential hunting tool and should form part of the arsenal of any hunter, pro & amateur alike.
You can take your hunting game to the next level by using this tool that literally allows you to see in the dark. Who wouldn’t want that? Continue reading our ATN Thor LT review to find out if you should consider this piece of equipment.
Why You Should Consider Getting a Thermal Scope
In case you aren’t entirely sure, a thermal scope is a device that is mounted on a rifle. This enables hunters to hunt at night by using heat signatures to generate a thermal image.
Originally developed by the military as a warfare tool back in 1947, thermal scopes have evolved exponentially. They have since been adopted by law enforcement agencies, firefighters and hunters.
The main benefit of using a thermal scope over night vision is that it allows you to see in complete darkness. This ability increases your safety, the success of your hunt and helps to familiarize you with your surroundings so that you can easily navigate your hunting area and spot your targets at night.
One of the leading manufacturers of Thermal Scopes, ATN is a Tech Optics company that was founded back in 1995.
With over two decades of experience under their belt, it is no wonder that today they are the market leading manufacturer and developer of optics for day & night hunting. They are proud to be revolutionizing the industry and aim to produce innovative & cutting edge products and technologies.
ATN’s ThOR line of scopes includes some of the most used rifle scopes and they have a fantastic reputation.
ATN ThOR LT Thermal Scope Review
ATN is proud to introduce the innovative ATN ThOR LT, a powerful yet lightweight thermal scope built with quality and affordability in mind. As opposed to other thermal scope options available on the market, the ATN ThOR LT has been expertly designed to look, feel, mount and operate much like a traditional riflescope.
The hardened aluminum body and easy mounting make this ideal for use on large-caliber rifles & other weight-sensitive platforms.
Retailing at an unbelievable recommended retail price of $1,199.00 currently, you’ll be happy to know that included with your purchase of the ATN ThOR LT 3-6x is a scope cover, USB-C Cable, Eyecup and Lens Tissue.
We’ll have a look at the product specs first, go through the features and discuss them in more detail.
Video Samples of the ATN THOR LT
Product Specs:
- Core: ATN Obsidian Core LT
- Thermal Sensor: 160 x 120 px/17 µm and 320x240 px/12 μm
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
- Magnification: 3-6x (also available with 4-8x)
- Field of view: 11° x 8.3°, 8.3° x 6.2°, 11.6° x 8.7° and 8.8° x 6.6°
- Visual display: 1280 x 720 HD Display
- Eye relief: 99mm
- Attachment/Mount type: 33mm standard rings (not included)
- IP rating: Weather resistant
- Charging: USB type C
- 10 hours of battery life from built in lithium ion battery
- Weight: 1.4 lb.
- Dimensions: 11.5” x 2.2” x 2.2”
Features of the ATN ThOR LT Line:
This compact, easily mounted device boasts many features that products in this price range do not usually include.
- Black hot/white hot viewing modes
- One Shot Zero
- Weather resistance
- Recoil resistance
- Easily mounted onto crossbows, air rifles and other weapon platforms due to the lightweight build
- 3D Accelerometer
- Multiple reticle patterns