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Holosun ARO EVO SPR

ARO EVO with Special Purpose Reticle and M193 5.56 BDC for ranged carbine work

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Quick Specs

Price
$318
Weight
6 oz
Brand
Holosun
Category
optic

Features

  • 1.5 MOA dot + holdovers + 65 MOA circle
  • M193 BDC at 3050 FPS
  • 26mm window
  • Solar Failsafe

Capability Boosts

CQB+2
Long Range+2
Reliability+1

Recommended For

Range Training+4
Home Defense+3
Outdoor Defense+3
Competition+2
Vehicle Operations+2
Duty/Patrol

Compatibility Tags

interface: picatinny-topsuitable-for: ultra-compactoptic-type: reflex

Overview

The Holosun ARO EVO SPR replaces the standard ARO EVO's Multi-Reticle System with the Special Purpose Reticle, a precision-oriented design built around a 1.5 MOA center dot, three 1 MOA holdover dots, and a 65 MOA outer circle. Holdovers are calibrated for M193 5.56 ammunition at 3050 FPS, giving shooters reference holds at 300, 400, and 500 yards without dialing or guessing. For shooters running general-purpose carbines who want a single optic that handles CQB, transitional, and ranged engagements, the SPR reticle is the strongest single-reticle answer in the Holosun lineup.

The 26mm window provides a notably larger sight picture than the 22mm ARO CORE, improving situational awareness for both-eyes-open shooting. Solar Failsafe supplements the CR2032 to extend runtime in ambient light, and Shake Awake powers the optic instantly when motion is detected. The forward-facing optical system maintains the precision-oriented intent of the SPR reticle, with 0.5 MOA adjustments and ±50 MOA travel.

Construction is 6061-T6 aluminum with IPX8 waterproofing and 1000G vibration resistance, validated for hard-use carbine work. The optic ships with both a 1.63" lower 1/3 co-witness mount and a 1.05" low mount, allowing setup for traditional AR co-witness or lower-profile builds. At ~$318, the ARO EVO SPR is one of the most affordable BDC-equipped reflex sights on the market, undercutting the Vortex Spitfire BDC and Sig ROMEO5 BDC variants while delivering Holosun's reliability track record.

Key Features

  • Special Purpose Reticle: 1.5 MOA dot + 1 MOA holdovers + 65 MOA circle
  • BDC calibrated for M193 5.56 at 3050 FPS (300/400/500 yard holds)
  • 26mm objective for wider field of view than ARO CORE
  • Solar Failsafe supplements CR2032 for extended runtime
  • 50,000 hour battery life with Shake Awake
  • Includes 1.63" lower 1/3 and 1.05" low mounts
  • IPX8 waterproof rating with 1000G vibration resistance

Pros

  • +Built-in M193 BDC eliminates need for magnifier or dialed adjustments at 300-500 yards
  • +1.5 MOA center dot is more precise than typical 2 MOA reflex sights
  • +Solar Failsafe backup eliminates battery failure anxiety
  • +26mm window larger than ARO CORE for better situational awareness
  • +Both mount heights included in the box
  • +BDC accuracy specifically tuned for the most common 5.56 load

Cons

  • BDC tuned for M193 only; other loads (M855, 77gr OTM) require new zero
  • Reticle complexity may slow CQB acquisition vs simple 2 MOA dot
  • Heavier at 6.0 oz than the 3.4 oz ARO CORE
  • BDC compensation past 500 yards requires holding off the reticle entirely

Detailed Specifications

Reticle
SPR: 1.5 MOA dot + 1 MOA holdovers + 65 MOA circle (M193 BDC)
Magnification
1x
Battery Type
CR2032 (side-loading)
Battery Life
50,000 hours at brightness setting 6 (with Solar Failsafe backup)
nightVisionCompatible
Yes (4 NVD settings)
Waterproof Rating
IPX8
weight
~6.0 oz (sight only)
windowSize
26mm
Adjustment Type
0.5 MOA per click
Adjustment Range
±50 MOA windage/elevation
operatingTemp
-40°C to 70°C
Material
6061-T6 Aluminum
vibrationResistance
1000G
mountIncluded
1.63" lower 1/3 co-witness + 1.05" low mount
bdcCalibration
M193 5.56mm at 3050 FPS

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