Adam Scepaniak 08.07.26
Athlon Optics has announced several new riflescopes into their portfolio as we barrel towards 2026 whitetail deer and elk seasons this fall. From the affordable to the expensive, Athlon has a little bit of everything with this latest announcement coming through their Neos, Argos, and Ares product lines.
Athlon Optics Coverage on OutdoorHub
A Word from Athlon Optics on their New Riflescopes
Lenexa, Kansas – August, 2026 – With deer and elk seasons approaching, Athlon Optics is highlighting three riflescopes from its lineup that give hunters options at every budget, from a value-priced entry point to a lightweight, feature-rich scope built for hunters who want to reach out and cover more ground. Whether a hunter is outfitting a first rifle or upgrading a well-worn setup ahead of the season, Athlon has a scope built to match.
“Every hunter’s setup and budget looks a little different, and that shouldn’t stand between them and glass they can trust,” said Justin Smith, Director of Optics, Athlon Optics. “These three scopes give hunters a straightforward way to find the right fit for their rifle and their season, no matter where they’re starting from.”
Athlon Optics Neos HMR 4-12×40 BDC500 SFP IR MOA
First up, we have the Neos HMR 4-12×40 BDC500 SFP IR MOA, which has an MSRP of $212.49. This riflescope is meant to be simple, dependable, and affordably-priced so it is attainable as well. With capped windage and elevation turrets, you don’t need to worry about bumping your zero. Also, you have an illuminated reticle feature to give you a better reference point for hunting near dusk and dawn. Lastly, with enhancements you would come to expect from most scopes like waterproofing, a nitrogen-purged housing, and a relatively light weight at 18.1 ounces, you have a nice value in the new Neos HMR.
- Magnification: 4x to 12x
- Objective Lens Diameter: 40mm
- Tube Diameter: 1”
- Eye Relief: 4.1” – 3.1”
- Field of View @ 100 Yards: 27.3 Feet – 8.9 Feet
- Parallax Adjustment: 10 yards to Infinity
- Click Value: 0.25 MOA
Athlon Optics Argos HMR 4-20×50 AHMC SFP MOA
Next, we have the Argos HMR 4-20×50 AHMC SFP MOA, which is a tick higher in price with a retail price of $499.99 per riflescope. The Argos HMR 4-20×50 AHMC SFP MOA offers a stronger and larger magnification range for easier shooting at distance, and with a larger objective lens, it should make hunter in those waning hours of the day much easier. Additionally you get a lot of the features that were in the Neos as well like capped turrets, side parallax adjustment, illuminated reticle, fully multi-coated lenses, argon-purged glass, and a waterproof housing.
- Magnification: 4 – 20x
- Objective Lens Diameter: 50mm
- Tube Diameter: 1″
- Eye Relief: 3.6″
- Field of View @ 100 Yards: 27.9 Feet – 5.6 Feet
- Click Value: 0.25 MOA
- Length: 13.2″
- Weight: 21 Ounces
Athlon Optics Ares HLR 2.5-15×42 AHMC1 Fiber Dot SFP IR MOA
Last, but not least we are going to take a gander at the Athlon Optics Ares HLR 2.5-15×42 AHMC1 Fiber Dot SFP IR MOA, which can be purchased for $962.49 at full retail. The Ares HLR 2.5-15×42 AHMC1 Fiber Dot SFP IR MOA is built for hunters who do not want to sacrifice performance for weight. With a one-piece aircraft-grade aluminum tube to keep the scope lightweight on your rifle without compromising the argon-purged, waterproof, and shockproof construction, hunters can expect a scope that is meant to see hard use season-after-season. Fully multi-coated lenses will allow a clear sight picture, and the illuminated Fiber Dot reticle gives you a precise aiming point.
- Magnification: 2.5x – 15x
- Objective Lens Diameter: 42mm
- Tube Diameter: 30mm
- Eye Relief: 3.97”
- Field of View @ 100 Yards: 40.9 Feet – 6.9 Feet
- Parallax Adjustment: 10 Yards to Infinity
- Click Value: 0.25 MOA
- Length: 13.8”
- Weight: 18.9 Ounces
Final Thoughts
After everyone buys a rifle their pocketbook is considerably lighter and people don’t want to spring extra cash for a good quality scope, but take it from us: that is a mistake. Budget and set aside enough money for your new rifles – and old ones – where you can always put a quality piece of glass on them, and engaging targets will be infinitely easier in the long run.
