
Athlon Optics Midas BTR GEN2 HD Second Focal Plane Riflescopes
- Rifle Scope
- 50 mm
- 6x
- 6x
- Better rated than 84%
Reviewers describe this as clear, well-built glass with precise clicks at a price well under comparable first focal plane scopes, a solid pick for hunters who want one scope for both close and long shots.
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How it ranks among the 359 rifle scopes we track
5.0★ across 15 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
15 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
Brand identity, imagery, description and spec coverage.
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Overview
The Athlon Optics Midas BTR GEN2 is a second focal plane riflescope with HD glass and a fully multicoated lens system, described in seller copy as a 4.5-27x50 model with the APRS4 SFP IR MIL reticle.
This is a hunting-oriented scope with second focal plane construction, meaning the reticle stays a constant size as magnification changes, useful for holdover shots at low power. Every review in this batch is positive, with buyers comparing the glass favorably to pricier scopes, though that reflects only a small handful of reviewers rather than a broad track record.
- 0.1 MIL click value with 22 MIL total elevation travel
- Parallax adjustment from 30 yards to infinity
- Heat-treated one-piece tube for fog resistance
- Second focal plane with illuminated MIL reticle
Who it's for
Suits hunters and casual target shooters who want a second focal plane scope with a visible reticle at low power for close shots and enough magnification for longer ones. Less relevant to shooters who specifically need first focal plane holdovers at every power setting.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
All three reviewers rated the scope highly, praising sharp and bright glass with distinct, repeatable clicks that one buyer compared favorably to a Nightforce SHV. One reviewer paired it with a rimfire target rifle and liked being able to see the crosshairs clearly at low power for close shots before dialing up magnification for distance work.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Sharp, bright glass at a mid-range price
- Precise, distinct 0.1 MIL click adjustments
- Etched reticle for durability under recoil
- Second focal plane keeps reticle visible at low power for close shots
- Only a handful of reviews to judge long-term durability
Performance notes
The 0.1 MIL click value and 22 MIL total elevation adjustment give fine, trackable control, and the etched reticle and heat-treated one-piece tube are built to hold zero under recoil. Because it is second focal plane, the reticle stays legible for close shots at low power, which one reviewer used for 20 to 30 yard shots on small game before dialing up for longer range work.
Specifications
| Brand | Optics |
|---|---|
| Model | 213024 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Objective Lens Diameter | 50 mm |
| Item Weight | 1.62 pounds |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | 6061 Aluminium |
| Color | Black |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Mounting Type | Side Mount |
| Compatible Devices | Rifle |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | Athlon Optics 213024: 4.5-27X50, 30Mm, Aprs4 Sfp Ir Mil Reticle |
| Other details | |
| Magnification Minimum | 6x |
| Magnification Maximum | 6x |
| Sport Type | Hunting |
| Reticle Type | Illuminated APRS4 MIL |
| Thread Type | 1/2"-28 |
| Night vision | Yes |
| Product Style | APRS4 SFP IR MIL |
| Field Of View | 22.7 Feet |
| Item Type Name | Athlon Optics 213024: 4.5-27X50, 30Mm, Aprs4 Sfp Ir Mil Reticle |
How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in rifle scopes.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Athlon Optics Midas BTR GEN2 HD Second Focal Plane RiflescopesThis product | 5.0 / 5 | 15 | 2.7 / 5 |
| UTG 3-12X44 30mm Compact ScopeUTG | 4.5 / 5 | 3,000 | 4.4 / 5 |
| Vortex Optics Diamondback Second Focal PlaneBrand | 4.7 / 5 | 1,500 | 4.3 / 5 |
| PINTY Tactical Rifle Scope Combo: Illuminated OpticsPinty | 4.4 / 5 | 1,100 | 4.3 / 5 |
| Firefield RapidStrike 1-6x24 SFP Riflescope KitFirefield | 4.5 / 5 | 900 | 4.3 / 5 |
Questions about the Optics 213024
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Is the Midas BTR GEN2 first or second focal plane?
It is second focal plane, so the reticle size stays constant as you zoom rather than scaling with magnification.
What reticle does this specific model use?
The seller description lists the APRS4 SFP IR MIL reticle in a 4.5-27x50 configuration.
What parallax range does it cover?
The parallax adjustment runs from 30 yards to infinity.







