[ < Back to optics ]
OpticsPremium

Primary Arms

Primary Arms PLxC 1-8x24 FFP

First focal plane LPVO with ACSS Griffin Mil reticle for versatile carbine use

No image available
Check Best Price
View at OpticsPlanet
Add to Build

Quick Specs

Price
$1,499
Weight
1 lb 3.8999999999999986 oz
Brand
Primary Arms
Category
optic

Features

  • •1-8x magnification
  • •First focal plane
  • •ACSS Griffin Mil reticle
  • •Daylight bright illumination

Capability Boosts

Long Range+4
CQB+-1
Mobility+-1

Compatibility Tags

family: ar-patterninterface: picatinny-topsuitable-for: standard

Overview

The Primary Arms PLxC 1-8x24 FFP represents Primary Arms' flagship LPVO offering, designed to compete directly with premium optics like the Nightforce NX8 and Vortex Razor while maintaining a more accessible price point around $1,199-1,499. Made in Japan with premium ED glass, this scope delivers optical performance that rivals optics costing significantly more.

The fully redesigned compact chassis measures just 9.28 inches with a weight of only 16.95 oz, making it one of the shortest and lightest 1-8x LPVOs available. The first focal plane ACSS Raptor M8 reticle provides accurate holdovers at any magnification, with the horseshoe and center chevron functioning like a red dot at low power while detailed subtensions become useful as magnification increases.

Users consistently praise the PLxC for its class-leading field of view at 121 ft @ 100 yards, forgiving eyebox (especially compared to the Nightforce NX8), and ultra-bright AutoLive motion-sensing illumination. The 2025 RDB (Red Dot Bright) variant further improves illumination with diffractive reticle technology.

Key Features

  • ✓Premium Japanese ED glass for exceptional clarity and color accuracy
  • ✓First focal plane ACSS Raptor M8 reticle with BDC holdovers
  • ✓AutoLive motion-sensing illumination technology
  • ✓Ultra-wide 121 ft @ 100 yds field of view
  • ✓Compact 9.28 inch length at only 16.95 oz
  • ✓30mm tube with hardcoat anodized finish
  • ✓Capped turrets with positive 0.1 MIL clicks
  • ✓Integrated throw lever for rapid magnification changes
  • ✓IP67 water and shock resistant

Pros

  • +Glass quality rivals scopes at 2x the price
  • +Class-leading 121 ft FOV at low magnification
  • +True 1x with minimal distortion
  • +Extremely lightweight at 16.95 oz for a 1-8x FFP
  • +FFP reticle allows accurate holdovers at any magnification
  • +Forgiving eyebox compared to Nightforce NX8
  • +AutoLive illumination saves battery and ensures ready status
  • +Made in Japan with premium components

Cons

  • −Illumination daylight visible but not daylight bright (improved in RDB variant)
  • −Eyebox tighter than Razor HD at high magnification
  • −Some chromatic aberration around high-contrast edges
  • −ACSS reticle horseshoe can feel busy to some users
  • −Limited reticle options compared to competitors
  • −Outer reticle edges can appear fuzzy at 8x

Detailed Specifications

Reticle
ACSS Raptor M8 / ACSS Griffin MIL M8 / ACSS Nova (RDB)
Magnification
1-8x
Objective Diameter
24mm
Eye Relief
Forgiving (3.3-3.5 inches typical)
Field of View
121 ft @ 100 yds (low) / ~15 ft @ 100 yds (high)
Adjustment Type
0.1 MIL per click
Battery Type
CR2032
Length
9.28 inches
Material
6061 T6 aluminum with hardcoat anodize
Waterproof Rating
IP67 rated

Compatible Platforms

+18 more

Palmetto State Armory

PSA PA-15 16" Carbine

Smith & Wesson

Smith & Wesson M&P15 Sport II

Aero Precision

Aero Precision M4E1 Complete Rifle 16"

Bravo Company Manufacturing

BCM RECCE-16 MCMR

Bravo Company Manufacturing

BCM RECCE-11 MCMR

Sig Sauer

Sig MCX Virtus Patrol 16"

Similar Products

Primary Arms

Primary Arms SLx 1-6x24 Gen IV

$389

Vortex

Vortex Razor HD Gen II 1-6x24

$1,399

Vortex

Vortex Viper PST Gen II 5-25x50

$999

Trijicon

Trijicon ACOG TA31

$1,199

Build Your Custom Configuration

Add the Primary Arms PLxC 1-8x24 FFP to your build and see how it enhances your platform.

Start Building