[SHOT 2025] New Thermal Sights from Armasight

Illinois-based optics manufacturers Armasight have entered the booming thermal market with a new magnified thermal optic and a thermal clip on to upgrade your existing optic.
Commander 640 Thermal Weapon Sight
The new Commander 640 Thermal Weapon Sight has a durable aluminum alloy housing, ensuring it can withstand the toughest field conditions and it's suitable for anything from .50 BMG down to smaller rimfire or airgun platforms.
Inside the optic is Armasight’s proprietary ArmaCORE 640x480 12-micron thermal sensor, delivering a 60Hz performance. On top of that the optic is equipped with a 35mm germanium lens enabling optical and digital zoom.
The Commander 640 has a raft of features, including:
- Video & Image Capture: Easily document and review footage for enhanced situational awareness and analysis.
- USB-C Connectivity: Stream and view content seamlessly on external devices.
- Quick-Detach Mount: Ensures fast and secure mounting in any environment.
- Battery Status Indicator: Provides real-time power monitoring for reliable operation.
- Multiple Color Palettes & Image Enhancements: Customize your thermal imaging to suit specific needs and preferences
Specs:
- Field Of View 18° x 14°
- 9.48 × 3.61 × 3.32in HxLxW Dimensions (W/ Mount)
- Weights 632g / 1.39lbs
- 640x480 12 micron thermal core
- 1.5x Optical and 1-4x Digital Zoom
- Refresh Rate 60Hz
- 2x CR123 Batteries
- 4hrs at 20 deg C (68 deg F)
- 50BMG Recoil Rating
MSRP for the Commander 640 TWS is $4,299.
Commander 640 Thermal Clip On
If you have an optic that you love but would like to enhance it with thermal capability then Armasight also has you covered with their new Commander 640 Thermal Clip On.
Armasight say that the thermal clip-on is designed to meet the needs of military professionals, law enforcement personnel, and hunters. It uses the same ArmaCORE 640x480 12-micron thermal sensor and 35mm germanium lens as the Commander 640 TWS.
Specs:
- Field Of View 12.6° x 9.4°
- 6.05 × 3.24 × 3.32in HxLxW Dimensions
- Weights 473g / 1.04 lbs
- 640x480 12 micron thermal core
- 1x Unity (Digital Zoom 1-4x)
- 60Hz Refresh Rate
- 50BMG Recoil Rating
MSRP for the thermal clip on is $4,299.
Find out more at www.Armasight.com.

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