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Talos 3-12x40mm Sfp Illuminted Rifle Scope - Talos 3-12x40mm Sfp Illuminated Shotgun Bdc 250 Black
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SKU: 430115449
Overview
Built for slug guns, this optic is aimed at hunters who want a dedicated sighting solution for 12 and 20 gauge shotguns using rifled or sabot slugs. The illuminated BDC 250 reticle and 3-12x magnification give it flexibility for close-to-midrange shooting, while the extra-long eye relief is a practical fit for shotgun use. It also includes side parallax adjustment, capped turrets, and a second focal plane reticle, with fully multi-coated, illuminated glass and a waterproof, nitrogen-purged construction. This is a purpose-driven scope for hunters setting up a shotgun for more precise, extended-range slug work.
Why Hunters Choose the Athlon Optics
Shotguns, Including
12 and 20 gauge rifled
Extra-long Eye
Relief helps maintain a comfortable
Illuminated Bdc
250 Shotgun reticle supports low-light
3-12x Magnification
Flexibility for close and extended
Side Parallax
Adjustment adds another level of
Key Features
- 3-12x magnification with a 40mm objective lens
- Designed specifically for shotguns and slug gun use
- Extra-long eye relief for comfortable scope positioning
- Illuminated BDC 250 Shotgun reticle for rifled and sabot slugs
- Second focal plane reticle design
- Side parallax adjustment with capped turrets
Best Used For
- Hunters using 12 or 20 gauge slug guns with rifled or sabot slugs
- Shotgun owners wanting an illuminated reticle for low-light sighting
- Users needing extra-long eye relief on a shotgun-mounted optic
- Deer hunters looking for a 3-12x scope suited to slug gun setups
Specifications
| Compatible Ammunition | Rifled and sabot slugs |
|---|---|
| Compatible Gauge | 12 and 20 gauge |
| Eye Relief | Extra-long |
| Focal Plane | Second Focal Plane |
| Fully Multi Coated | Yes |
| Nitrogen Purged | Yes |
| Objective Lens | 40 mm |
| Parallax Adjustment | Side Parallax Adjustment |
| Power | 3-12X |
| Reticle | BDC 250 Shotgun |
| Reticle Illumination | Illuminated |
| Tube Material | Aircraft Grade Aluminum |
| Turrets | Capped Turrets |
| Waterproof | Yes |
Pros
- Designed specifically for shotguns, including 12 and 20 gauge rifled and sabot slugs.
- Extra-long eye relief helps maintain a comfortable shooting position on slug guns.
- Illuminated BDC 250 Shotgun reticle supports low-light aiming reference.
- 3-12x magnification offers flexibility for close and extended shotgun ranges.
- Side parallax adjustment adds another level of sighting refinement.
- Fully multi-coated optics and capped turrets are included in the design.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Designed specifically for shotguns, so it’s a more specialized choice than a general-purpose rifle scope.
- The 3-12x magnification range and 40 mm objective lens reflect a compact, practical setup rather than a large-format optic.
- Second focal plane reticle means the reticle’s apparent size stays constant as magnification changes, which some users may prefer over first focal plane designs.
- The illuminated BDC 250 reticle is tailored to rifled and sabot slugs in 12 and 20 gauge shotguns, so it is not a universal reticle for every firearm or load type.
Suggested Comparisons
- Shotgun scope
- Illuminated rifle scope
- Low-to-mid magnification optic
- Slug gun optic
Suggested Accessories
- Shotgun scope rings
- Lens caps
- Scope mount
- Cleaning cloth
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this Talos scope intended for a shotgun or a rifle?
The product description says it is specifically designed for shotguns, and it is described as a shotgun scope for slug guns.
What magnification range does this scope offer?
The listed power is 3-12X.
What type of reticle does it use, and what slugs is it meant for?
It uses an illuminated BDC 250 Shotgun reticle, and the description says it is designed for both rifled and sabot slugs in 12 and 20 gauge shotguns.
Does this scope have eye relief or parallax adjustment features?
Yes. The description says it features extra-long eye relief, and the specs also list side parallax adjustment.
What other listed features should a hunter know about?
The provided specs list an aircraft grade aluminum tube, second focal plane reticle, illuminated glass reticles, waterproof construction, nitrogen purging, fully multi-coated optics, and capped turrets.