Featured First Look: iRay Rugged Infrared Compact Optic (RICO) HD RS75 — Game Changing Thermal? David Lane September 21, 2022 Join the Conversation At RECOIL, we review every product fairly and without bias. Making a purchase through one of our links may earn us a small commission, and helps support independent gun reviews. Learn More Find out more about how we test products. NEVER BEFORE HAS SO MUCH POWER BEEN AVAILABLE ON THE CIVILIAN MARKET!NEW from iRayUSA comes the RICO – Rugged Infrared Compact Optic HD RS75!Thermal scopes have been around for a while, but this is the first commercially available thermal scope with a 1280×1024 resolution and is four times more powerful than the current generation 640×512 devices.“It’s taken more than 10 years for something to change night hunting like this” stated Angelo Brewer, Director of Operations, iRayUSA. “This jump to 1280 resolution allows for double thefield of view, double the detection range, or a combination of both. InfiRay’s self-developedgroundbreaking sensor technology has resulted in a thermal scope that can truly do it all”continued Brewer.The RICO HD RS75 features a 1280×1024 12μm sensor, an ultra-high resolution 1.03-inch2560×2560 AMOLED display, Low-distortion orthoscopic eyepiece and a 75mm f/1.0 lens thatresults in the perfect blend of optical performance and sensor resolution, all in the same scope.The RICO HD also offers crystal clear onboard audio recording, Wi-Fi video streaming and 128GB of storage.MSRP is $17,999.Complete review of the RICO HDRS75 can be found in the next issue of RECOIL magazine!SPECS:Device Technology: Thermal ImagingSensor Resolution: 1280×1024Sensor Frame Rate: 30hzSensor Pixel Size: 12 micronOptical Magnification: 2XDigital Magnification: 16XDetection Range: 3,600 YardsObjective Focal Length: 75mmObjective Diameter: 75mmObjective F#: f/1.0Onboard Recording: Video and Image Why you can trust RECOIL Since our founding in 2012, RECOIL remains the premier firearms lifestyle publication for the modern shooting enthusiast. We deliver cutting-edge coverage of guns, gear, accessories and technology. We go beyond basic reviews, providing no B.S. buyer’s guides, hands-on testing and expert analysis on everything from firearms and survival equipment to watches and vehicles. Our reviewers are the backbone of our operation and come from diverse shooting backgrounds: Former law enforcement, military veterans, competitive shooters, seasoned hunters and plain old firearms enthusiasts. Furthermore, we’re not just gun experts, but dedicated journalists who adhere to the strictest standards of our profession. At RECOIL, editorial independence is the foundation of everything we publish and the cornerstone of reader trust. Our editors, writers and content creators make all editorial decisions independently, free from outside influence. That boils down to: advertisers don’t dictate our coverage, the outcomes of our reviews or what we recommend in our buyer’s guides. First and always, our commitment is to our audience—ensuring every review and article is accurate, unbiased, and driven by real-world experience. Whether you’re selecting your next firearm, upgrading your gear, or exploring the latest innovations in the shooting world, RECOIL provides the trusted insights you need to make informed decisions. Learn more about our Editorial Standards and how we review products. NEXT STEP: Download Your Free Target Pack from RECOILFor years, RECOIL magazine has treated its readers to a full-size (sometimes full color!) shooting target tucked into each big issue. Now we've compiled over 50 of our most popular targets into this one digital PDF download. From handgun drills to AR-15 practice, these 50+ targets have you covered. Print off as many as you like (ammo not included). Get your pack of 50 Print-at-Home targets when you subscribe to the RECOIL email newsletter. We'll send you weekly updates on guns, gear, industry news, and special offers from leading manufacturers - your guide to the firearms lifestyle.You want this. Trust Us.
