TFB Review: Trijicon Tenmile HX 5-25x50mm FFP

TFB Review: Trijicon Tenmile HX 5-25x50mm FFP - Long Haul Scope, or Lacking Dope?

Trijicon is a legendary company who has cemented a reputation for themselves through a few stellar products. One being their RMR red dot (Ruggedized Miniature Reflex) that has been the gold standard for years for red dot quality and durability. Also, they have their ACOG (Advanced Combat Optical Gunsight) used by militaries the world over. Those 2 premier products are simply a sampling of what Trijicon has to offer though. People sometimes forget that they “cut their teeth” on making reliable hunting and target optics as well. The “Tenmile” riflescope is one example that was introduced 4 years ago in a Second Focal Plane (SFP) form factor. This year a newer variation in a First Focal Plane (FFP) version debuted as well. So, today we are going to review the Trijicon Tenmile HX 5-25x50mm FFP to see how it performs. Let’s dive in!

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Specifications - Trijicon Tenmile HX 5-25x50mm FFP

The Trijicon Tenmile HX 5-25x50mm FFP is a new riflescope from Trijicon for 2024 as this variation of the Tenmile HX is First Focal Plane (FFP). The full listing of specs for the Tenmile HX 5-25x50mm FFP can be read below as presented by Trijicon:

• Length x Width x Height: 14.25” x 3.2” x 2.4” (361.95mm x 81.28mm x 60.96mm)
• Weight: 28.9 ounces (819.3 grams)
• Magnification: 5-25x
• Objective Size: 50mm
• Tube Size: 30mm
• Reticle Pattern: MOA Ranging Crosshair
• Day/Night Reticle Color: Red / Green
• Focal Plane: First
• Illumination Source: LED
• Illumination Settings: 5 Red / 5 Green

• Power Source: (1) CR2032
• Battery Life: Red - 39 Hours | Green - 94 Hours
• Adjustment: 1/4 MOA per click
• Adjustment Range: 50 MOA Elevation, 40 MOA Windage
• Eye Relief: 3.03” - 3.62” (76.96mm - 91.95mm)
• Exit Pupil: 0.26” - 0.08” (6.6mm - 2.03mm)
• Field of View (degrees): 4.46° - 0.89°
• Field of View (feet): 23.3 Ft - 4.7 Ft @ 100 Yds (7.77m - 1.57m @ 100m)
• Housing Material: 6061 Aircraft Grade Aluminum
• Finish: Satin Black

For clarity one final time, we are reviewing the Tenmile HX 5-25x50 FFP riflescope that retails for $2,190. Both models from the Tenmile HX series are listed below if you would like to compare them.

• Trijicon Tenmile® HX 5-25x50 FFP | SKU: TMHX2550-C-3000020 | MSRP $2,190
• Trijicon Tenmile® HX 5-25x50 SFP | SKU: TMHX2550-C-3000010 | MSRP $2,132

As always, in the event that you should ever need service for your optic, Trijicon has a Lifetime Warranty that stands behind all of their products. While I have never experienced an issue with any Trijicon product I have reviewed or owned, it is nice to know that you have that safety net and support from Trijicon.

A Word from Trijicon on the Tenmile HX 5-25x50mm FFP

The Tenmile HX has been crafted and produced with hunters in mind, and the attributes that they are yearning for out in the field. Trijicon elaborates on their excitement for this new FFP variant as well as the Tenmile HX series in general via their press release statement listed below:

“When you’re hunting big game, you don’t want to worry about your riflescope. That’s why the Trijicon Tenmile® HX 5-25x50 riflescope is engineered to hold zero and deliver crisp, repeatable dialing no matter what. Rely on the exposed zero stop elevation adjuster to quickly return to zero when shooting at multiple distances. Featuring fully multi-coated broadband anti-reflective glass, the MOA Center Dot reticle gives you pinpoint precision and excellent light transmission in any condition.”

What’s in the Box? Trijicon Tenmile HX 5-25x50mm FFP

A simple question that many prospective buyers ask when purchasing a product is, “What is in the box?” This lets you know if you need rings, certain accessories, and gives you a good perspective of what to expect. Everything that you receive with the Tenmile HX 5-25x50mm FFP is listed below:

• Trijicon Tenmile HX 5-25x50mm FFP
• Sunshade
• Tenebraex Flip Caps
• Scopecoat™
• 3mm Hex Key
• 1.5mm Hex Key
• Repositionable Magnification Knob and Replacement Screw
• 1 CR2032 Battery
• Quick Reference Guide
• Warranty Card
• Vinyl Logo Sticker

What’s the Upsell to the Trijicon Tenmile HX 5-25x50mm FFP?

The Trijicon Tenmile HX 5-25x50mm FFP is a nearly $2,200 riflescope. So, there has to be some secret sauce poured over this optic to warrant the hefty price tag (and there is). The upsell to the Tenmile HX compared to competing optic manufacturers are listed below as presented by Trijicon:

• Pinpoint Aiming in any Condition: Models feature options for precise milling or holdover reticles available in first or second focal plane for ensured accuracy.
• Edge-to-Edge Clarity: Fully multi-coated, broadband, anti-reflective glass provides excellent light transmission, true detail and color with zero distortion.
• Increased Adjuster Range: 30mm tube offers increased adjuster range and durability.
• Ultra Durable for Ensured Reliability: Aircraft-grade aluminum and ruggedized design engineered to withstand extreme conditions and tested to military standards and protocols.
• Quick & Easy Adjustments: Crisp, precise, windage/elevation adjusters require no tools. Capped or zero stop adjusters ensure no accidental shift.
• Confident Aiming in any Light: User-selectable LED brightness settings with an “off” in between each setting to adapt to any environment.
• Optimal Flexibility: Generous windage and elevation adjustment for maximum total travel.
• Repositionable Magnification Lever: Accommodates different shooting positions and rifle configurations.

Range Experience - Trijicon Tenmile HX 5-25x50mm FFP

Whenever I have the opportunity to review a riflescope there are several tests that I will look to do. Those include reticle subtension verification, tracking, parallax, accuracy, and durability throughout.

Reticle Subtensions Test

I chose to put this riflescope on my tried-and-true Springfield Armory Model 2020 Waypoint in 6.5 Creedmoor. Once my chosen rifle and the optic were properly married together, the first thing that is typically tested out at the range are the reticle subtensions. When we look at optics and their reticles in a retail store we make the assumption that if a manufacturer states their subtensions – or the little hashes on a reticle – equal a specific increment like 1 MOA, that they do. It would be wonderful if that were true, but unfortunately, it is not true for all scope manufacturers.

With the Trijicon Tenmile HX 5-25x50mm FFP riflescope we are testing, the MOA Ranging Crosshair (FFP) reticle does have subtensions so we looked to assess their validity. With the MOA Ranging Crosshair (FFP) reticle – which is a very purposeful and finely etched reticle – the best way to verify the accuracy of the subtensions in a riflescope this nice is to get a target specific for measuring a reticle. This is something you can hunt down on the interwebs, but would be uncommon to find in most local gun shops. The Trijicon Tenmile HX passed with flying colors by all estimations. Whether you’re a weekend sniper or a simple hunter, this reticle delivers as advertised.

Tracking Test

The next test to ensure this optic is up to par is to verify it “tracks” correctly. What is meant by this is if you make an adjustment – either windage or elevation – by clicking a fixed amount on your turrets, that should actually pan out on paper. You never want to adjust your elevation say 5 MOA and then an optic does not respond accordingly.

So, to test the tracking I shot a confirmation 5-shot group at 100 yards. Then, I adjusted 5 MOA of elevation up and 5 MOA to the right. Next, I shot a second 5-shot group. Finally, I reversed the order and adjusted 5 MOA of elevation down and 5 MOA to the left. A 3rd and final 5-shot group was sent down range. After wandering down to my target to verify, the scope gave me all of the correct adjustment because I ended up exactly where I had started. It passed the test. My 2nd 5-shot group measured under ½” and the 10 shots landing in the bullseye would have been equally tight, but I had 2 flyers in the mix (shooter’s fault; not the optic, rifle, or ammo).

Parallax Test

The next test I put the Trijicon Tenmile HX through was to verify its parallax. The parallax of any scope is a very misunderstood property. Most people tend to believe your parallax knob (if any scope offers one) is there to make your image clear. This is an extremely rudimentary way of expressing what your parallax actually accomplishes.

The parallax of any scope is meant to get your reticle and the object you are looking at on the same focal plane. When this is achieved, yes, your image will look more clear, but once again that is an overly simplistic explanation for what is going on. Most parallax knobs will have yardage markers to indicate at what revolution point on the knob you should hopefully hit that “sweet spot” of your reticle and target being on the same focal plane. While the numbers are not always perfect, it's a good baseline.

I glassed distances out to ~400 yards, although not a very far distance (Minnesota does not offer a lot of long-range shot opportunities), it was adequate enough to test the parallax. The Trijicon Tenmile HX exhibited good clarity and resolution on all of its marked parallax increments to make an accurate shot; moreover, the parallax was very forgiving. This equates to less adjustments being required when engaging targets at varying distances.

Accuracy Test

To sight in my rifle with this new riflescope, I used some Federal Gold Medal 6.5 Creedmoor ammunition. While I was sighting in, I wasn’t trying very hard to shoot supremely accurate groups because I knew that would come later. Nevertheless, most of the groups I was getting were from 0.70” - 1.25” in size which is extremely respectable.

• Federal Gold Medal 6.5 Creedmoor 130 Grain Berger AR Hybrid OTM (Open Tip Match)

When I wanted to do some accuracy testing as well as the Tracking Test, I cracked open some new boxes of Nosler Whitetail Country ammunition that Nosler recently supplied to me. This new line of ammunition from Nosler is directed towards hunters because of the expected expansion upon impacting game as well as the expected accuracy you should be getting.

• Nosler Whitetail Country™ 6.5 Creedmoor 140 Grain Solid Base®

My silencer of choice for performing all of this testing was a SilencerCo Hybrid 46 DTM. If you want to give the SilencerCo Hybrid 46 DTM a try on your own hunting rifle, jump on Silencer Shop’s site because they make grabbing a silencer a breeze. The SilencerCo Hybrid 46 DTM weighs around 13.7 ounces, is rated up to .45-70 Gov’t and has a range of mounting options and rear caps to pick from. You can buy the SilencerCo Hybrid 46 DTM from Silencer Shop through the link below:

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Departing Thoughts

So, what are my final thoughts on the Trijicon Tenmile HX 5-25x50mm FFP riflescope?... This is admittedly an expensive optic, but if you want an uncompromising piece of glass, this scope scored well in every metric tested. Would I use this for hunting as Trijicon intends? Absolutely. It has tremendous clarity, generous eye relief, and easy to set “Return to Zero” turrets. If you want a high quality scope, the Trijicon Tenmile HX 5-25x50mm FFP riflescope will serve you well.

In closing, I want to say thank you to Trijicon for allowing TheFirearmBlog and myself the opportunity to try out their Trijicon Tenmile HX 5-25x50mm FFP riflescope. That is greatly appreciated. Also, we would like to know what all of you guys and gals think? Do you believe that the Trijicon Tenmile HX 5-25x50mm FFP riflescope is something worth spending your money on? Would you take one with you hunting? Shoot a league or competition? As always, let us know all of your thoughts about Trijicon and the Tenmile HX 5-25x50mm FFP riflescope in the Comments below! We always appreciate your feedback.