AR-15 Red Dot & Holographic Sights
AR-15 Red Dot & Holographic Sight
AR-15 Rifle Red Dot Sight:
Equip your AR-15 with a reliable red dot sight for unparalleled accuracy. Designed to fit seamlessly onto your AR-15, these sights provide crisp, clear optics, ensuring you hit your target precisely and quickly.
AR-15 Angled Red Dot Sight:
For shooters seeking a tactical advantage, an AR-15 angled red dot sight offers a unique mounting position for quick target acquisition. This sight is ideal for high-speed shooting and ensures comfortable handling and rapid response.
AR-15 Carry Handle Red Dot Sight:
Preserve your rifle's traditional look with an AR-15 carry handle red dot sight. Specifically designed to integrate with your carry handle, this sight offers enhanced accuracy while maintaining your rifle's classic appearance.
AR-15 Holographic Red Dot Sight:
Consider an AR-15 holographic red dot sight for advanced optics. Featuring a 3D reticle, these sights provide superior clarity and precision, even in low-light or challenging conditions, making them perfect for tactical and competitive shooters.
AR-15 with Red Dot and Flip-Up Sights:
Pair an AR-15 red dot sight with flip-up iron sights to achieve maximum versatility. This combination allows quick transitions between optics and backup sights, ensuring you're prepared for any shooting scenario.
AR-15 Iron Sights and Red Dot:
Opt for a dual-sight system with AR-15 iron sights and a red dot sight. This setup offers flexibility, allowing you to easily switch between traditional iron sights and the quick target acquisition of a red dot.
AR-15 Flip-Up Sights with Red Dot:
Enjoy the best of both worlds with AR-15 flip-up sights combined with a red dot sight. This configuration allows a low-profile setup to be quickly deployed, ensuring you're ready for engagement.
Why Choose an AR-15 Red Dot Sight?
AR-15 red dot sights provide shooters with a clear, illuminated aiming point, offering superior accuracy and speed over traditional iron sights. Perfect for both close-quarters and mid-range engagements, these sights are a must-have for any serious shooter.
Frequently Asked Questions about AR-15 Red Dot Sights
Can I install a red dot sight on my AR-15 myself?
Yes, you can install a red dot sight on your AR-15 yourself, and it's generally a straightforward process. Most red dots are designed for easy installation using the provided mount. Typically, you attach the red dot sight to the Picatinny rail on the top of your AR-15's upper receiver. Ensure you have the right tools, such as a torque wrench, to tighten the screws to the manufacturer's specifications. Once mounted, you'll need to sight it in, which involves adjusting windage and elevation so your point of aim matches the point of impact. Many helpful guides and videos walk you through the process, even if you are a beginner.
How many yards is a red dot sight good for?
Red dot sights are highly effective for close to medium-range engagements. For most AR-15 applications, a red dot sight is ideal for 100-150 yards. They provide rapid target acquisition and enhanced accuracy at closer ranges (25-50 yards), making them great for tactical, home defense, and competition shooting. Beyond 150 yards, the lack of magnification can make it challenging to hit smaller targets precisely. Still, with practice and depending on your skill level, it's possible to effectively engage targets up to 200-300 yards. Pairing a red dot with a magnifier can extend its effective range.
What is the best sight-in distance for a red dot sight on an AR-15?
The best sight-in distance for a red dot on an AR-15 largely depends on your intended use, but a standard and practical distance is 50 yards. Zeroing your red dot at 50 yards provides a balance, allowing the bullet's trajectory to intersect the point of aim again around 200 yards, making this a versatile setup for various shooting distances. This 50/200 zero is widely used because it minimizes holdover adjustments at typical engagement distances. If your shooting is primarily closer than 50 yards, you might consider a 25-yard zero for quicker engagement at shorter ranges.
How far is a 2 MOA red dot good for?
A 2 MOA (Minute of Angle) red dot is a great option for balancing precision and target acquisition speed. At 100 yards, the dot covers approximately 2 inches of the target, which allows for relatively accurate shooting. Typically, a 2 MOA red dot can be used effectively for 200 yards or more, but it shines at closer ranges, such as 50-100 yards, where the dot remains small enough to be precise without obscuring too much of the target. At farther distances, the lack of magnification can make it more challenging to engage small targets, but it's still doable with a clear-sight picture.
How far can you offset a red dot sight on an AR-15?
When running an offset red dot sight on an AR-15, the typical angle for mounting is 45 degrees from the primary optic. This allows quick transitions between your primary optic, such as a magnified scope, and the red dot for close-range shooting. The offset red dot is usually mounted on the same plane as your primary optic, on the right side for right-handed shooters and the left for left-handed shooters. The distance between the red dot and your eye will depend on where it's comfortable for you to acquire the sight picture quickly. Still, it should be positioned close to the receiver for optimal ergonomics and balance.
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Vortex SPC-AR2 SPARC AR Red Dot
Vortex Optics
MSRP: $279.99$199.99Vortex SPC-AR2 SPARC AR Red Dot The Vortex Optics SPARC AR delivers fast target acquisition in a durable, lightweight, and compact package. Digital rear-facing controls for power on/off and easy adjustment of the daylight bright 2 MOA dot. Choose among...MSRP: $279.99$199.99 -
UTG 2.6" ITA Red/Green CQB Micro Dot w/Integral QD Mount
Leapers / UTG
MSRP: $59.97$57.97UTG 2.6" ITA Red/Green CQB Micro Dot Sight w/Integral QD Mount The Leapers UTG 2.6in ITA Red/Green CQB Micro Dot w/ Integral QD Mount, 4 MOA Dot Reticle, Black, SCP-DS3026W Color: Black, Finish: Matte, Fabric/Material: Aluminum, Magnification: 1 x,...MSRP: $59.97$57.97 -
Primary Arms SLx 5x MicroPrism Scope
Primary Arms
$399.99Primary Arms SLx 5x MicroPrism Scope This Primary Arms MicroPrism is part of the SLx optics line. SLx optics have built a reputation for innovation, reliability, and value. All SLx optics undergo rigorous field-testing during development to best serve...$399.99 -
Vortex CF-RD2 Crossfire Red Dot
Vortex Optics
MSRP: $219.99$149.99Vortex CF-RD2 Crossfire Red Dot The Crossfire II Red Dot Sight is the compact, versatile optic you've been looking for. Just like it's predecessor, the Crossfire II features 11 brightness settings and a crisp 2 MOA reticle that is as fast in close...MSRP: $219.99$149.99 -
Holosun Technologies HS510C Open Reflex Circle Dot Sight
Holosun Technologies
MSRP: $364.69$329.95Holosun Technologies HS510C Open Reflex Circle Dot Sight The HS510C Open Reflex Circle Dot Sight has an open frame for a wide sight picture. It is powered by solar cell under normal usage, and a back-up battery to supplement power requirements in...MSRP: $364.69$329.95 -
Aim Sports 1X34MM Dual ILL. W/ 4 Different Reticles/Operator Edition
Aim Sports Inc.
MSRP: $47.99$34.95Aim Sports 1X34MM Dual ILL. W/ 4 Different Reticles/Operator Edition The Operator Edition Reflex Sight 1X34mm is a lightweight, compact reflex sight with a wide field of view. With 4 unique reticles patterns and dual-illumination this reflex sight has...MSRP: $47.99$34.95 -
Holosun Technologies Micro Red Dot Sight
Holosun Technologies
MSRP: $211.75$179.95Holosun Technologies Micro Red Dot The 403B is a small compact micro red dot optic. Employing Holosun's LED technology, the lifetime for one CR2032 battery can be up to 5 years. This optic features Holosun's Shake Awake technology that powers the optic...MSRP: $211.75$179.95 -
UTG OP3 Micro Red 4 MOA Single Dot Reticle
Leapers / UTG
MSRP: $129.97Now: $99.95Was: $119.97UTG OP3 Micro Red 4 MOA Single Dot Reticle The Leapers UTG OP3 Micro, Red 4.0 MOA Single Dot, Adaptive Base, Black, OP-RDM20R Color: Black, Finish: Matte, Fabric/Material: 6061-T6 Aluminum, Magnification: 1 x, Reticle: 4 MOA, Illumination Color: Red,...MSRP: $129.97Now: $99.95Was: $119.97 -
UTG OP3 Micro Green 4 MOA Single Dot Reticle
Leapers / UTG
MSRP: $129.97$124.97UTG OP3 Micro Green 4 MOA Single Dot Reticle The Leapers UTG OP3 Micro, Green 4.0 MOA Single Dot, Adaptive Base, Black, OP-RDM20G Color: Black, Finish: Matte, Fabric/Material: 6061-T6 Aluminum, Magnification: 1 x, Reticle: 4 MOA, Illumination Color:...MSRP: $129.97$124.97 -
Aim Sports RD120PE Compact Micro Dot Sight
Aim Sports Inc.
MSRP: $44.99$39.95Aim Sports RD120PE Compact Micro Dot Sight The Micro Dot Sight 1X20mm is Dual-Illuminated and offers elevated peripheral and depth perception you are looking for when shooting. State-of-the-Art push button activation dual color illuminated center dot...MSRP: $44.99$39.95 -
EOTECH HWS XPS2 Holographic Weapons Sight - Tan
EOTech
MSRP: $629.00$599.95EOTECH HWS XPS2 Holographic Weapons Sight - Tan The HWS XPS2™ TAN is the non night-vision version of our shortest and lightest HWS sight so far. The CR123 lithium battery configuration of the XPS2 provides additional rail space, leaving...MSRP: $629.00$599.95 -
Vortex SPARC AR Red Dot - Tan
Vortex Optics
MSRP: $279.99$199.99Vortex SPARC AR Red Dot - Tan The SPARC AR Red Dot Sight is a compact, rugged, and versatile reflex sight designed for AR15 rifles and pistols as well as other PDWs. The 2 MOA red dot is large enough to be easily acquired in close quarters but...MSRP: $279.99$199.99 -
Northtac RONIN P-10 Red Dot Sight
Northtac
Now: $99.95Was: $114.95RONIN P-10 Red Dot Sight The Ronin P10 red dot from Northtac is a military grade compact reflex sight that features a cantilever riser mount, low profile windage & elevation adjusting turrets, and a red dot that utilizes new state-of-the-art LED...Now: $99.95Was: $114.95 -
Aim Sports 4X32 Tri Illuminated Scope w/Fiber Optic Sight Mil-Dot Reticle
Aim Sports Inc.
MSRP: $114.99$80.95Aim Sports 4X32 Tri Illuminated Scope w/Fiber Optic Sight Mil-Dot Reticle The Prismatic Series 4X32mm Tri-Illuminated scope is the perfect platform for intermediate distance shooting or CQB. Paired with a fully adjustable rear sight it also features a...MSRP: $114.99$80.95 -
EOTECH HWS XPS2 Holographic Weapons Sight
EOTech
MSRP: $629.00$599.95EOTECH HWS XPS2 Holographic Weapons Sight The HWS XPS2™ is the non night-vision version of our shortest and lightest HWS sight so far. The CR123 lithium battery configuration of the XPS2 provides additional rail space, leaving more room for...MSRP: $629.00$599.95 -
Holosun HS510CFDE HS510C Flat Dark Earth Anodized 1x 2/65 MOA Red Circle w/Dot Reticle Includes Battery/Lens Cloth/Mount/T10 L Key
Holosun Technologies
MSRP: $364.69$309.99Holosun FDE Anodized 1x 2/65 MOA Red Circle w/Dot Reticle Includes Battery/Lens Cloth/Mount/T10 L Key The Holosun HS510C is an Open Reflex Sight created with Solar Failsafe™ which means you won't have to worry about battery failure. With the added...MSRP: $364.69$309.99 -
Holosun Technologies HS403C Micro Red Dot and HM3X Magnifier Combo Pack
Holosun Technologies
MSRP: $442.34Now: $375.99Was: $399.95Holosun Technologies HS403C Micro Red Dot and HM3X Magnifier Combo Pack The HS403C is a 20mm micro optical sight designed for rifle and carbine applications. Features include Solar Failsafe, 12 brightness settings, Holosun's Green Super LED with up to...MSRP: $442.34Now: $375.99Was: $399.95 -
Primary Arms SLx 3X MicroPrism with Red Illuminated ACSS Raptor 5.56/.308 Reticle - Meter
Primary Arms
$319.99Primary Arms SLx 3X MicroPrism with Red Illuminated ACSS Raptor 5.56/.308 Reticle - Meter This Primary Arms MicroPrism is part of the SLx optics line. SLx optics built their reputation for innovation, reliability, and value. All SLx optics undergo...$319.99 -
Primary Arms SLx Rotary Knob 25mm Microdot Gen II with AutoLive - ACSS-CQB Red Dot Reticle
Primary Arms
MSRP: $199.99Now: $179.95Was: $199.99Primary Arms SLx Rotary Knob 25mm Microdot Gen II with AutoLive - ACSS-CQB Red Dot Reticle This Primary Arms red dot sight is part of the SLx optics line. SLx optics built their reputation for innovation, reliability, and value. All SLx optics undergo...MSRP: $199.99Now: $179.95Was: $199.99 -
Vortex Defender-ST Micro Red Dot
Vortex Optics
MSRP: $469.99$329.99Vortex Defender-ST Micro Red Dot Introducing the Vortex Defender-ST 3 MOA Red Dot DFST-MRD3, your ultimate companion for all shooting pursuits, from handguns to shotguns and beyond. Designed to meet the demands of any shooting scenario, this versatile...MSRP: $469.99$329.99 -
Vortex SPC-404 SPARC AR Solar Red Dot - 2 MOA
Vortex Optics
MSRP: $399.99$279.99Vortex SPC-404 SPARC AR Solar Red Dot - 2 MOA Get on target quickly with the 1x22 SPARC SolAR Reflex Dot Sight from Vortex Optics. Building on the success of the original version, this model gets an upgrade with the addition of a solar...MSRP: $399.99$279.99 -
EOTECH HWS XPS2 Holographic Weapons Sight - OD Green
EOTech
MSRP: $629.00$599.95EOTECH HWS XPS2 Holographic Weapons Sight - OD Green The HWS XPS2 ODG is the non night-vision version of Eotech's shortest and lightest HWS sight so far. The CR123 lithium battery configuration of the XPS2 provides additional rail space, leaving more...MSRP: $629.00$599.95 -
Primary Arms Classic Series 25mm Push Button Red Dot Sight - 3 MOA Dot
Primary Arms
$129.99Primary Arms Classic Series 25mm Push Button Red Dot Sight - 3 MOA Dot Precision for any budget. Classic Series™ optics and accessories are perfect for the budget-focused marksmen. All Classic Series products come with a lifetime warranty, showing...$129.99 -
Primary Arms SLx 3X MicroPrism with Red Illuminated ACSS Raptor 7.62/300BO Reticle - Yard - FDE
Primary Arms
$319.99Primary Arms SLx 3X MicroPrism with Red Illuminated ACSS Raptor 7.62/300BO Reticle - Yard - FDE This Primary Arms MicroPrism is part of the SLx optics line. SLx optics built their reputation for innovation, reliability, and value. All SLx optics undergo...$319.99 -
SIG Sauer ROMEO7 Red Dot Sight 1x30mm - 2 MOA
Sig Sauer
MSRP: $259.99$199.99SIG Sauer ROMEO7 Red Dot Sight 1x30mm - 2 MOA The Sig Sauer Romeo 7 full-size red-dot sight provides the civilian and armed professional with a robust 1x aiming solution optimized for today’s MSR platforms, regardless of caliber. The battery life...MSRP: $259.99$199.99 -
UTG 3.9" Red/Green Circle Dot Reflex Sight
Leapers / UTG
MSRP: $89.97$87.95UTG 3.9" Red/Green Circle Dot Reflex Sight With the Leapers UTG 1x34 Millimeter Illuminated Reflex Sight you'll get absolute co-witness when you pair this with iron sights, and the reinforced windage and elevation adjustment provide added zero...MSRP: $89.97$87.95 -
EOTech 512 Holographic Sight
EOTech
MSRP: $525.00$499.00EOTech 512 Holographic Sight The HWS 512™ is perfect for anyone who wants fast target acquisition, reliability, durability, and the anyplace availability of AA batteries without the need for night-vision compatibility. The 512 is our...MSRP: $525.00$499.00 -
Holosun HS403R 2 MOA Micro Red Dot Sight
Holosun Technologies
MSRP: $211.75$179.99Holosun HS403R 2 MOA Micro Red Dot Sight Holosun Technologies, Micro Red Dot, 2MOA Dot, 65MOA Circle, 1X Power, 20MM Objective, Hi and Low Mount In Box, Bottom Battery Tray, Mounting Tool And Lens Cloth, Black Finish Model: 403R Type: Red...MSRP: $211.75$179.99 -
Holosun Technologies HM3X 3X Magnifier
Holosun Technologies
MSRP: $352.93$299.99Holosun Technologies HM3X 3X Magnifier Since Holosun's inception in 2013, their main goal has been to bring cutting edge technology to the end user. Holosun continuously strives to improve and innovate by producing technology that makes sense and...MSRP: $352.93$299.99 -
Holosun Technologies Micro Red Dot Sight 2MOA
Holosun Technologies
MSRP: $307.05$260.99Holosun Technologies Micro Red Dot 2MOA The HS503CU is a new micro red dot optic equipped with a 65 MOA circle dot reticle with the option of switching to a 2MOA dot only. Holosun's highly efficient light emitting diodes and solar panels allow Holosun...MSRP: $307.05$260.99 -
Holosun Technologies Solar Red Dot Sight 2MOA
Holosun Technologies
MSRP: $235.28$219.95Holosun Technologies Solar Red Dot Sight 2MOA TThe HS403C is a solar version of the successful HS403A. Holosun's highly efficient light emitting diodes and solar panels allow Holosun solar optics to run without a battery in many lighting conditions...MSRP: $235.28$219.95 -
Northtac FLX Reflex Sight
Northtac
MSRP: $47.99$34.95Northtac FLX Reflex Sight The Northtac 1x20mm FLX Reflex Sight is an extremely durable compact sight that mounts to Picatinny/Weaver style rails. It features 11 brightness levels a crisp 3MOA dot reticle and unlimited eye relief. The anodized aluminum...MSRP: $47.99$34.95 -
Sig Sauer ROMEO-MSR & JULIET5-Micro Combo
Sig Sauer
MSRP: $429.99$389.99Sig Sauer ROMEO-MSR & JULIET5-Micro Combo ROMEO-MSR compact red dot sights provide civilians and armed professionals a robust 1x aiming solution for any situation. Ultra-low parallax so point-of-aim is point-of-impact and the red dot remains...MSRP: $429.99$389.99 -
Sig Sauer Romeo5 XDR Compact Red Dot Sight
Sig Sauer
MSRP: $319.95$249.95Sig Sauer Romeo5 XDR Compact Red Dot Sight The Sig Sauer ROMEO5 compact red dot sights provide civilians and armed professionals a robust 1x aiming solution for any situation. Ultra-low parallax so point-of-aim is point-of-impact and the red dot...MSRP: $319.95$249.95 -
UTG 3.8" ITA Red/Green Circle Dot Sight w/Integral QD Mount
Leapers / UTG
$53.97UTG 3.8" ITA Red/Green Circle Dot Sight w/Integral QD Mount The UTG 3.8" ITA Red/Green Circle Dot Sight is a versatile and reliable accessory for your firearm. With its integral quick-detach mount, installation is quick and easy. The red and green...$53.97 -
1X34MM RED ILL. W/ 4 DIFFERENT RETICLES PARTTERNS - CLASSIC EDITION
Aim Sports Inc.
$49.991X34MM RED ILL. W/ 4 DIFFERENT RETICLES PARTTERNS - CLASSIC EDITION The Reflex Sight 1X34mm is a lightweight, compact reflex sight with a wide field of view. With 4 reticle patterns and red illumination this reflex sight has ultra-fast target acquisition...$49.99 -
Aim Sports 1X20MM Dual Illuminated Micro Dot Sight W/ QD Absolute Co-Witness Riser
Aim Sports Inc.
MSRP: $87.99$61.95Aim Sports 1X20MM Dual Illuminated Micro Dot Sight W/ QD Absolute Co-Witness Riser The Micro Dot Sight 1X20mm is Dual-Illuminated and offers elevated peripheral and depth perception you are looking for when shooting. It is low profile and adaptable to...MSRP: $87.99$61.95 -
Aim Sports 1X20MM Dual Illuminated Micro Dot Sight W/ QD Lower 1/3 Co-Witness Riser
Aim Sports Inc.
MSRP: $87.99$71.95Aim Sports 1X20MM Dual Illuminated Micro Dot Sight W/ QD Lower 1/3 Co-Witness Riser The Micro Dot Sight 1X20mm is Dual-Illuminated and offers elevated peripheral and depth perception you are looking for when shooting. It is low profile and adaptable to...MSRP: $87.99$71.95 -
Aim Sports 1X34MM Dual ILL. w/4 Different Reticles - Classic Edition
Aim Sports Inc.
MSRP: $43.99$35.95Aim Sports 1X34MM Dual ILL. w/4 Different Reticles - Classic Edition The Reflex Sight 1X34mm is lightweight, compact reflex sight with a wide field of view. With 4 reticle patterns and red illumination this reflex sight has ultra-fast target acquisition...MSRP: $43.99$35.95 -
Aim Sports 1X34MM DUAL ILL. W/4 DIFFERENT RETICLES/WARFARE EDITION
Aim Sports Inc.
MSRP: $46.95$39.95Aim Sports 1X34MM DUAL ILL. W/4 DIFFERENT RETICLES/WARFARE EDITION The Reflex Sight 1X34mm Warfare Edition is a lightweight, compact reflex sight with a wide field of view. With 4 unique reticle patterns and Dual-Illumination this reflex sight has...MSRP: $46.95$39.95