Arken Optics EP5 Gen II 7-35x56 FFP IR VPR MIL

For long-range shooting enthusiasts, finding a quality riflescope that delivers high-end performance without breaking the bank can feel like an impossible task. Precision Rifle Series (PRS) and Extreme Long-Range (ELR) optics typically command premium price tags, often exceeding the £1000 and beyond. However, the Arken Optics EP5 Gen II 7-35x56 FFP IR VPR MIL stands out as an exceptional exception to this rule, providing top-tier performance at a fraction of the cost. This scope delivers features that are often found only in premium optics, making it one of the best value-for-money options on the market today.

 

The 7-35x magnification range offers incredible versatility, catering to both mid-range and extreme long-range shooting. Whether you are engaging targets at closer distances or pushing out beyond 1000 yards, this scope provides the power needed for precise shot placement.

With a 56mm objective lens, the EP5 Gen II ensures outstanding light transmission, delivering crisp and bright images, even in challenging lighting conditions. This large objective diameter, combined with Arken’s advanced lens coatings, enhances clarity and contrast, providing shooters with a sharp sight picture. This is something Arken manages to deliver at a fraction of the price of competitors. 

 

The 16.66-3.34 ft field of view at 100 yards ensures rapid target acquisition at lower magnifications while allowing for pinpoint accuracy at maximum zoom. A first focal plane (FFP) reticle ensures that holdovers and subtensions remain accurate regardless of magnification, making range estimation and ballistic corrections easier and more reliable. While FFP optics are becoming more common at this price point, it's difficult to find something with the same level of consistency and precision. Many budget options still utilize second focal plane designs, which fail to provide the same reliable holdovers and reticle accuracy across the entire magnification range.

Arken equips this scope with their VPR illuminated reticle, which is designed for precision shooting. The red illumination enhances reticle visibility in low-light conditions, making it ideal for dawn, dusk, or shaded environments where contrast is crucial.

 

Precision is paramount in long-range shooting, and the 0.1 MRAD turret adjustments allow for highly refined elevation and windage corrections. Each turret click represents a precise 0.1 MRAD movement, ensuring shooters can make fine adjustments with confidence.

The EP5 Gen II boasts an impressive 32 MRAD elevation adjustment range, which allows for substantial compensation, making it ideal for ELR shooting. The 16 MRAD windage adjustment range ensures shooters can effectively compensate for wind drift over long distances. These generous adjustment ranges are usually seen in scopes costing significantly more, but Arken has managed to integrate them into a budget-friendly platform.

Both the elevation and windage turrets feature a 10 MRAD per revolution adjustment scale, allowing for quick, intuitive corrections. The counter clockwise (CCW) turret rotation ensures smooth tracking and reliable performance, even in high-pressure shooting scenarios. The AZS Zero Stop System is a key feature, enabling shooters to quickly return to their original zero after dialing adjustments. This mechanical zero stop eliminates guesswork, allowing for faster follow-up shots and improved confidence in the field. The zero reset function further enhances usability, ensuring that adjustments can be set back to zero with ease.

Parallax adjustments are essential for long-range accuracy, and the side parallax adjustment on the EP5 Gen II ranges from 25 yards to infinity. This flexibility ensures a sharp, distortion-free image at all distances, enhancing target clarity and reducing parallax error.

A comfortable 3.5-inch eye relief reduces the risk of scope bite from heavy recoil, making the EP5 Gen II a great choice for high-powered calibres. Whether shooting from prone, benchrest, or supported positions, this eye relief provides a forgiving and comfortable viewing experience. Many budget-friendly scopes compromise on eye relief, but Arken ensures shooter comfort without sacrificing performance.

 

Durability and reliability are at the core of Arken’s design philosophy. The 34mm main tube ensures maximum elevation and windage adjustment, making it well-suited for ELR applications. Additionally, the zero stop feature enables quick return-to-zero functionality, a feature highly sought after in competitive and tactical shooting. This is yet another example of Arken bringing premium features down to an affordable price point.

With premium optical clarity, precise tracking, and robust build quality, the EP5 Gen II is capable of holding its own against optics costing significantly more. Whether you are engaging targets at 50 yards or beyond, this scope provides the adjustments and clarity necessary for success.

For those who want premium features at a budget-friendly price, the Arken Optics EP5 Gen II proves that affordability and excellence can indeed go hand in hand. With features typically reserved for scopes well beyond the £1000 range, Arken has once again redefined the market, making high-performance optics accessible to all. If you are looking for a scope that punches well above its price tag, the EP5 Gen II is the perfect choice.

 

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