Trijicon LPVO Scopes

Shop Trijicon LPVO scopes across the AccuPoint, Credo, Credo HX, VCOG, Huron, and Ascent lineups. These low-power variable optics start at 1x, but their illumination systems, reticles, focal planes, and mounting requirements differ. Compare the family first, then the complete model number: two scopes with the same magnification range can have very different features.

Compare Trijicon LPVO Families

AccuPoint: Battery-Free Illumination

Trijicon AccuPoint scopes include 1-4×24, 1-6×24, and 1-8×24 formats. Fiber optics gather ambient light, while tritium provides a low-light glow, so the illuminated reticle needs no battery. These LPVOs use second-focal-plane (SFP) reticles and 30 mm tubes. The reticle is a separate choice: the MOA-Dot 1-6×24 and BDC Hunter Holds 1-8×24 have different patterns, each with a green center dot.

Credo: Multiple Focal Planes and Reticle Formats

The Trijicon Credo family uses LED illumination powered by a CR2032 battery. Its 1-4×24 models are second focal plane, while the 1-6×24 choices include SFP BDC Segmented Circle and first-focal-plane (FFP) MRAD Segmented Circle designs. The 1-4×24 and 1-6×24 use 30 mm tubes. The 1-8×28 and 1-10×28 move to FFP reticles, 34 mm tubes, and selectable red or green illumination. The 1-8×28 has locking adjusters; the 1-10×28 adds an Enhanced reticle pattern and return-to-zero elevation.

Credo HX: PowerDot and MOA Options

Trijicon Credo HX scopes also use CR2032-powered LED illumination, but their reticle choices are distinct. The 1-6×24 SFP PowerDot models offer .223 or .308 BDC Hunter Holds patterns; the 1-6×24 FFP models instead use an MOA Segmented Circle. The 1-8×28 and 1-10×28 are FFP designs with selectable red or green illumination and MOA-based reticles and adjustments. These are not simply Credo scopes with a different finish. Tube sizes are 30 mm for the 1-6×24 and 34 mm for the 1-8×28 and 1-10×28.

VCOG: AA Power and Mount-Equipped Packages

Trijicon VCOG scopes combine 1-6×24 or 1-8×28 optics with first-focal-plane reticles and AA-powered LED illumination. Their integrated mounting interface differs from a conventional ring-mounted tube. Package details matter: the VC16-C-1600000 includes a TA51 thumbscrew mount, the VC18-C-2400013 includes a Q-LOC quick-release mount, and the VC18-C-2400012 SCO includes a LaRue LT799 mount, flip caps, and a soft case. Do not assume that every VCOG includes the same mount or accessories.

Huron: Non-Illuminated Hunter Holds

The Trijicon Huron family includes 1-4×24 and 1-6×24 LPVOs with black, non-illuminated BDC Hunter Holds reticles. Both use second-focal-plane layouts, 30 mm tubes, and capped 1/4-MOA adjustments. They offer a straightforward alternative for buyers who do not want an illumination system or battery controls.

Ascent: Non-Illuminated Target Holds

Trijicon Ascent scopes offer 1-4×24 and 1-6×24 LPVO formats with black, non-illuminated BDC Target Holds reticles. Like the Huron LPVOs, these use second-focal-plane reticles, 30 mm tubes, and capped 1/4-MOA adjustments. The Ascent’s Target Holds pattern is distinct from the Huron’s Hunter Holds pattern; compare the exact-model diagrams instead of treating the two reticle names as interchangeable.

Look Beyond Maximum Magnification

In a designation such as 1-6×24, 1-6x is the magnification range and 24 mm is the objective lens diameter. It is not the tube diameter. A 1-8×24 AccuPoint and a 1-8×28 Credo both reach 8x, but they differ in objective size, tube diameter, focal plane, and illumination.

A first-focal-plane (FFP) reticle changes apparent size with magnification. A second-focal-plane (SFP) reticle keeps the same apparent size while the viewed image changes. Neither label identifies the illumination system or the turret units, so those specifications deserve separate attention.

MOA and MRAD are different angular measurement systems; MIL and MRAD both refer to milliradians in these specifications. Even within one family, click increments can differ. The AccuPoint TR25-C-200089 uses 1/4-MOA clicks, while the Mil-Dot TR25-C-200095 uses 0.1-MIL clicks. A BDC reticle name describes a separate pattern, not a universal adjustment unit.

Two AccuPoint Models to Compare

The AccuPoint 1-6×24 with an MOA-Dot reticle, model TR25-C-200089, pairs a graduated crosshair with a green illuminated center dot. The AccuPoint 1-8×24 with a BDC Hunter Holds reticle, model TR35-C-200183, also has a green center dot but adds a higher maximum magnification and a different reticle layout. Both retain battery-free illumination, a second-focal-plane reticle, a 30 mm tube, and capped 1/4-MOA adjustments.

Trijicon LPVO FAQs

Does every Trijicon LPVO need a battery?

No. AccuPoint illumination uses fiber optics and tritium without a battery. Credo and Credo HX use a CR2032 battery, while VCOG uses an AA. The Huron and Ascent LPVOs described here have non-illuminated reticles and need no battery. Battery-free illumination and a non-illuminated reticle are different features.

Are all Trijicon 1-6x scopes first focal plane?

No. AccuPoint, Huron, and Ascent 1-6×24 models are SFP. VCOG 1-6×24 models are FFP. Credo and Credo HX each offer both focal planes in the 1-6×24 format, with different reticle configurations. Check the complete model number, not just the magnification.

Can every illuminated model switch between red and green?

No. The Credo and Credo HX 1-8×28 and 1-10×28 models discussed here offer selectable red and green illumination. Their 1-6×24 models are separate single-color variants. AccuPoint illumination color is also specific to the model, rather than a selectable red/green setting.

Do all of these scopes include a mount?

No. The VCOG packages described here include model-specific mounts and do not require conventional scope rings. AccuPoint, Credo, Credo HX, Huron, and Ascent tube scopes require separately selected mounting hardware. Check the exact tube diameter and package contents; a 24 mm objective does not mean the scope takes 24 mm rings.

Is Credo HX just another name for Credo?

No. They are separate families with different reticle configurations. For example, the Credo CR1028-C-2900050 1-10×28 uses 0.1-MRAD adjustments, while the Credo HX CRHX1028-C-2900049 1-10×28 uses 1/4-MOA adjustments. Both are FFP scopes with dual-color illumination, but their adjustment systems are not interchangeable.

Is every Trijicon variable-power scope an LPVO?

No. The LPVO formats discussed here start at 1x. The broader Trijicon range also includes variable-power scopes that start above 1x. Browse the wider Trijicon rifle scope collection to compare options with higher starting magnification or larger objectives.