Western hunters who glass at distance and shoot at distance need magnification that most lightweight scopes cannot deliver — 24x lets you read wind on a hillside and place a shot on an animal at 600 yards with confidence. The Athlon Ares HLR 4-24x50 pairs 24x magnification and a 50mm objective with a hunting-weight 21-ounce chassis, bridging the gap between dedicated long-range rigs and field-practical optics.

The 6x zoom ratio covers mid-range shots at 4x through precision holds at 24x, making this scope at home on everything from a whitetail stand to a long-range prairie dog rig. The AHMC1 Fiber Dot reticle puts a clean illuminated center dot over a traditional crosshair with MOA hash marks — fast on close targets, precise at distance. At 21 ounces on a 30mm tube, the weight stays competitive with scopes in the $1,000-1,500 range.

Key Features

• 50mm Objective on a 30mm Tube — The larger objective gathers more light than a 42mm, delivering a brighter image in low-light conditions when it matters most. The 30mm tube balances light transmission against mounting height and ring compatibility.
• AHMC1 Fiber Dot Illuminated Reticle (SFP, MOA) — Center fiber dot for fast acquisition in low light, surrounded by MOA hash marks for holdover and wind calls. Second focal plane keeps the reticle size consistent across the zoom range.
• 4-24x Magnification Range — 4x is wide enough for 100-yard shots through timber, while 24x gives you the magnification to resolve targets and read wind at 600+ yards. The 6x zoom ratio keeps the optical design simple and the image sharp across the range.
• Fully Multi-Coated Optics — Enhanced light transmission with accurate color reproduction across the full magnification range.
• Argon Purged — Premium gas purging provides superior fog-proof performance compared to nitrogen, maintaining a clear image through rapid temperature swings common in mountain and early-morning hunting.
• Side-Focus Parallax (10 yds to Infinity) — Eliminates parallax error at any distance without breaking cheek weld. The 10-yard minimum adds versatility for close-range varmint work.
• 0.25 MOA Clicks — Precise, repeatable turret adjustments for zeroing and field corrections.

Ideal For

• Long-range hunters who need more magnification and light-gathering than a 42mm scope can provide — the 4-24x50 gives you the reach for cross-canyon shots and the brightness for dawn and dusk encounters on big game.
• Whitetail hunters on stands and blinds where shots range from 50 to 400+ yards — the 4x low end handles close encounters while 24x lets you judge trophy quality and place shots precisely at distance.
• Varmint and predator hunters who want the 10-yard parallax minimum for close work, plus enough magnification to spot and engage small targets at 400-600 yards across open ground.