Trijicon® VCOG® 1-8x28mm FFP LED Riflescope – Red MOA Crosshair Dot – FDE Cerakote with Q-LOC™ Mount – VC18-C-2400020
The Trijicon® VCOG® 1-8x28mm FFP LED Riflescope (VC18-C-2400020) is a premium, tier-one low-profile variable optic (LPVO) masterfully engineered to provide flawless transitions between rapid close-quarters battle (CQB) tracking and long-distance tactical marksmanship. While standard commercial variable scopes rely on weak 30mm internal maintubes, fragile secondary ring mounts, and un-stabilized reticles that suffer point-of-impact shifts during heavy field abuse, the VCOG series completely shatters those design hurdles. This combat-proven operational asset (719307622791) combines a massive 28mm objective lens with a monolithic, nearly indestructible structure, serving as the ultimate primary tracking hub for Designated Marksman Rifles (DMRs), multi-gun competition rigs, and hard-use defense carbines.
Precision CNC-machined from a monolithic forging of aircraft-grade 7075-T6 aluminum, the unyielding chassis of this optic is completely finished in a highly durable, non-reflective Flat Dark Earth (FDE FIR-265) Cerakote® finish. This advanced protective armor shields the core system against harsh operational concrete impacts, deep field scratches, and corrosive chemical exposure. The defining technical edge of the VC18-C-2400020 configuration is its **First Focal Plane (FFP) Red MOA Crosshair Dot Reticle**. Because the reticle sits in the first focal plane, its subtensions and crosshair measuring increments remain perfectly true across the entire 1x to 8x magnification range. Backed by multi-coated, premium Japanese glass that delivers absolute edge-to-edge clarity and zero distortion, operators can instantly apply accurate distance holdovers and windage corrections at a glance under severe light stress.
The operational core of this platform relies on ruggedized, battle-ready electronics. Driven by a single common **AA lithium or alkaline battery** housed in an O-ring sealed compartment, the LED engine provides up to 633 hours of continuous illumination on setting 6. It features 11 user-selectable brightness settings—including 2 dedicated night vision options and 1 super-bright daylight mode—with convenient "off" positions tucked between each dial stop. To ensure lightning-fast deployment strings, the scope arrives factory-fitted with an integrated quick-release mount utilizing proprietary **Trijicon Q-LOC™ Technology**. This spring-loaded clamping architecture guarantees a rock-solid, repeatable zero with easy one-handed attachment, while eliminating the added cost and bulk of traditional scope rings. Fully nitrogen-purged and waterproof down to an impressive 20 meters (66 feet), this turnkey masterpiece delivers absolute sensory and physical dominance over the modern battlefield.
Includes: (1) Trijicon VCOG 1-8x28mm FFP LED Riflescope (FDE Cerakote), (1) Pre-Installed Quick-Release Q-LOC Picatinny Mount, (1) AA Lithium Battery, Tenebraex Flip Caps, Microfiber Lens Pen, and Official Vudu/VCOG Operator Documentation.
*Integrated Ring-Free Architecture Note: The VCOG completely eliminates the need for traditional, separate scope rings. The base of the monolithic scope body is forged with a built-in mounting adapter rail that pairs flush with the included quick-detach Q-LOC clamp. This interface mirrors standard **Trijicon ACOG® mounting footprints**, allowing operators to easily substitute specialized aftermarket dual-lever QD bases if desired.
Key Features
- Monolithic 7075-T6 Forging: Forged aircraft-grade aluminum body is shock-tested to MIL-STD-810G duty thresholds, shrugging off 5,000 consecutive heavy-bore recoil drops without structural shift.
- Premium FDE Cerakote Finish: Coated in a factory Flat Dark Earth FIR-265 finish, ensuring maximum environmental camouflage and total resistance against harsh copper cleaning solvents.
- True FFP Red MOA Crosshair Reticle: Universal center-cross dot layout remains fully calibrated throughout the 1-8x zoom arc, ensuring instant ranging capability at any distance.
- Trijicon Q-LOC™ Quick-Release Mount: Employs a heavy-duty, spring-loaded return-to-zero rail clamp that lets you snap the optic onto standard 1913 Picatinny rails in seconds without tools.
- Integrated Magnification Dial Fin: Features a built-in focal ring protrusion that rotates 180 degrees from 1x to 8x, maximizing manual leverage when wearing heavy operational gloves.
- Common AA Battery Integration: Runs entirely on a single standard AA battery, delivering up to 633 hours of constant runtime while avoiding rare, hard-to-find lithium coin cells in the field.
Product Specifications
- Brand: Trijicon® (Wixom, MI)
- Product Line: Variable Combat Optical Gunsight (VCOG®) Series
- Model Name: VCOG 1-8x28 LED FDE MOA
- SKU / MPN: VC18-C-2400020
- Magnification Range Profile: Variable 1x to 8x Power Magnification
- Objective Lens Diameter Spec: 28mm Clear Aperture
- Focal Plane Classification: First Focal Plane (FFP)
- Reticle Configuration Module: MOA Crosshair Dot Illuminated Reticle
- Illumination Source / Color: LED Driven / Brilliant Red Emitting Grid
- Brightness Control Dial: 11 Total Settings (2 Night Vision, 8 Day, 1 Super-Bright)
- Turret Adjustment Click Value: 1/4 MOA Per Click (Audible Toolless Caps)
- Total Adjustment Travel Threshold: 120 MOA Windage and Elevation (20 MOA Per Revolution)
- Surface Treatment Finish: Non-Reflective Flat Dark Earth (FDE) Cerakote
- Mount Class Interface: Integral Mounting Adapter with Pre-Assembled Q-LOC Picatinny Clamp
- Eye Relief Distance Matrix: Constant 4.00 Inches to 3.90 Inches (101.6mm - 99.0mm)
- Field of View (@ 100 Yards): 1x: 109.2 ft / 8x: 13.1 ft
- Exit Pupil Diameter: 1x: 11.8 mm / 8x: 3.5 mm
- Water Resistance Classification: Waterproof to 20 Meters (66 Feet) / Dry Nitrogen Purged
- Total Longitudinal Length: 10.8 Inches (274.3 mm)
- Country of Origin: Proudly Built and Precision-Engineered in the USA
- Product Net Assembly Weight: 31.50 oz (893.0 g) with battery and mount
- UPC: 719307622791
