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Trijicon RMR Type 2

The original pistol red dot that defined the category

Quick Specs

Price
$539
Weight
1.2 oz
Brand
Trijicon
Category
pistol-optic

Features

  • 3.25 MOA or 6.5 MOA dot
  • Patented housing design
  • Top-loading battery
  • Industry standard footprint

Capability Boosts

CQB+3
Low Light+2
Reliability+2

Recommended For

Home Defense+7
Duty/Patrol+4
Competition+3
Vehicle Operations+3
Range Training+3
Outdoor Defense+2

Compatibility Tags

optic-mount: rmrfamily: handgunframe: sig-p320frame: glock-fullsizeframe: glock-compact

Overview

The Trijicon RMR (Ruggedized Miniature Reflex) literally created the pistol red dot category. Introduced in 2009, the RMR's patented housing design with its distinctive shape proved that a miniature red dot could survive the violent slide cycling of a semi-automatic pistol. The Type 2, released in 2016, improved the electronics and button system while maintaining the legendary durability.

The RMR's footprint became the industry standard - nearly every aftermarket slide and factory optic-ready pistol is cut for the RMR. This universal compatibility ensures the RMR will mount to virtually any platform. The 7075-T6 aluminum housing is forged and machined to aerospace standards, providing a strength-to-weight ratio unmatched by competitors.

Choose between adjustable LED models (user-controlled brightness) or dual-illuminated models (fiber optic + tritium with no battery). The 3.25 MOA dot is preferred for duty use, while the 6.5 MOA dot offers faster acquisition for competition. The top-loading battery requires removing the optic for changes, but proper torque eliminates zero shift.

Key Features

  • Patented housing design proven since 2009
  • Forged 7075-T6 aluminum construction
  • Industry-standard RMR footprint
  • Adjustable LED or dual-illuminated models
  • 3.25 MOA or 6.5 MOA dot options
  • Auto-adjust brightness on LED models
  • True-color multi-coated lens
  • Waterproof to 20 meters

Pros

  • +Legendary durability with military pedigree
  • +Universal RMR footprint fits everything
  • +Forged aluminum housing incredibly strong
  • +Multiple dot sizes and power options
  • +Proven through billions of rounds of testing
  • +Clear glass with minimal distortion

Cons

  • Top-loading battery requires removal
  • No multi-reticle option
  • Premium pricing
  • No solar backup
  • Single dot reticle only

Detailed Specifications

Reticle
3.25 MOA or 6.5 MOA dot
Magnification
1x
Battery Type
CR2032 (top-loading)
Battery Life
4+ years on mid-setting
Waterproof Rating
20 meters
weight
1.2 oz
Length
1.8 inches
Mount Type
RMR footprint

Compatible Platforms

+33 more

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