Athlon Optics Talos 3-12x40 SFP Riflescope
- Magnification Minimum: 3x
- Magnification Maximum: 12x
- Objective Lens Diameter: 40 mm
- Mounting Type: Cantilever Mount
Last refreshed Jun 22, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A well reviewed budget scope that owners consistently rate above similarly priced Vortex models for glass clarity and turret feel, with a minor tracking caveat at extended adjustments.
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ASIN: B01APT0GEUCategory: Rifle Scopes
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Overview
The Athlon Optics Talos is a 3-12x40mm second focal plane riflescope with a MIL dot reticle on a 1 inch tube. It carries a black matte finish and is built waterproof, fogproof and shockproof for general rifle hunting and range use.
- 3-12x40mm second focal plane
- MIL dot reticle, 1 inch tube
- Waterproof, fogproof and shockproof
- Black matte finish
Who it's for
Hunters and target shooters who want a clear, durable scope for rifles used out to roughly 200-300 yards, including rimfire and centerfire builds, are the target buyer. Long range precision shooters who need certified tracking at extreme adjustments will want a different scope.
Pros and cons
- Turrets give an audible, countable click
- Holds zero through extended use per owners
- Tracking can drift slightly at higher adjustments
- Turrets do not always stop precisely on zero
Performance notes
The 4x zoom ratio covers close and mid range shooting, and since this is a second focal plane scope, the MIL dot reticle only reads true holdover values at maximum magnification. The tradeoff some note is tracking that can drift slightly off true when adjusting elevation or windage away from center.
Specifications
| Brand | Athlon Optics |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Objective Lens Diameter | 40 mm |
| Item Weight | 0.99 poundslower than 78% of 238 rifle scopes |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Aluminum |
| Color | Black |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Mounting Type | Cantilever Mount |
| Compatible Devices | Rifle |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | Lifetime |
| Other details | |
| Magnification Minimum | 3x |
| Magnification Maximum | 12x |
| Night vision | No |
| Sport Type | Hunting |
| Field Of View | 34.1 feet |
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Frequently asked questions
Does the Athlon Talos hold zero well?
Yes, several owners report it holding zero through hundreds to thousands of rounds once sighted in.
Is the Talos 3-12x40 a first or second focal plane scope?
It is a second focal plane scope, so the MIL dot reticle subtensions are only accurate at maximum magnification.