What sets the ThermTec Vidar 2.0 apart

The Vidar 2.0 is ThermTec’s lightweight tube scope, built for hunters who carry a rifle over ground and want long-range thermal performance without extra weight. The 650 model pairs a 640×512 sensor with a 50mm lens for detection up to 2,600 m, which suits open fields and mountain hunting where reach matters. The 660 model uses a dual 20/60mm lens for those who want both a wide scanning view and a narrow engagement view.

Image quality is a strength. The 650 runs an NETD as low as 18 mK, and ThermTec’s self-learning system gives up to an hour of calibration-free operation, so the picture stays stable without frequent shutter interruptions. L models add a 1,200 m laser rangefinder and ballistic calculation for a corrected aim point at distance. Up to 18 hours of battery keeps it running all night. For a hunter who values a light, precise sight with strong low-contrast performance, the Vidar 2.0 is the pick over heavier scopes.

Core Features & Practical Benefits

Lightweight tube design on the ThermTec Vidar 2.0

The compact tube body keeps weight down for hunters who walk their ground without sacrificing the 640 sensor or long-range reach.

NETD 18 mK and calibration-free imaging

The 650’s sub-18K mK sensor and self-learning system give up to an hour of calibration-free operation, so the image stays clean and uninterrupted in fog and rain.

50 mm lens for 2,600 m detection

The 650’s 50mm lens delivers detection up to 2,600 m, ideal for open-field and mountain hunting where you engage at a distance.

1,200 m rangefinder and ballistics (L models)

L models integrate a 1,200 m laser rangefinder and ballistic calculation, providing a corrected aim point for drop on long shots.

18-hour battery life

Up to 18 hours of runtime keeps the Vidar 2.0 in the field through the longest sessions.

Real-World Use Cases

• Night Hunting & Varmint Control: A light sight for open-field fox, hog, and coyote at range.
• Wildlife Observation & Management: Precise identification and engagement in darkness.
• Perimeter Security & Industrial Patrol: Long-range detection and tracking with range.
• Search & Rescue Operations: Locate and range a heat source across open ground.
• Farm & Livestock Protection: Engage predators around stock at distance.

Technical Performance Breakdown

• Optical & Thermal Engine: 640×512 12µm VOx sensor, 50mm or dual 20/60mm lens, 8-14µm spectral range, multiple palettes.
• Image Processing & Display: Self-learning calibration for up to 1 hour of calibration-free use, 1-4x digital zoom, AMOLED 1024×768 display.
• Media, Connectivity & Smart Features: Video recording, Wi-Fi, the ThermTec mobile app, and ballistic calculator on L models.
• Physical Build & Power Management: Lightweight IP67 tube body, up to 18 h battery, external charger.

What’s Included in the Box

• ThermTec Vidar 2.0 thermal scope
• Mount and battery
• External charger and cable
• Carry case and lens cloth
• User manual

System Compatibility & Accessories

• Mounting Systems: 30mm rings or Picatinny/Weaver mount; confirm ring size for your rail.
• Recommended Accessories: Spare batteries, external charger, QD mount, and carrying case.
• Software Compatibility: ThermTec mobile app for iOS and Android.

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