Vortex has officially launched the AMG 1-10×24 FFP optic. While not a new product, it’s been a long time coming to the consumer market. It’s now available if you have the considerable amount of cash to bring one home.
This optic was initially developed for contract requests and has been used by elite operators including the British SAS and Royal Marines, as well as US SOCOM. The result is the most advanced optical and mechanical system Vortex has created in a low-powered variable optic. Let’s dive in.
Specifications
The AMG 1-10X LPVO packs a ton of features into a small package. But, before covering those, the standard model specs are as follows:
- Model: AMG-11002
- Magnification: 1-10
- Objective Lens Diameter: 24
- Reticle: EBR-9 MRAD
- Focal Plane: First
- Eye Relief: 3.3” (at 10x)
- Field of View: 116’ at 1x, 12’ at 10x (100 yards)
- Tube Diameter: 34mm
- Turret Adjustment: .1 MRAD
- Parallax Setting: 250 Yards
- Length: 8.4”
- Weight: 18.8 ounces
Features
The scope features a top-tier HD optical system that provides stunning resolution and an exceptionally wide field of view. It comes with fast, tool-free turrets for quick zeroing, reliable return, and precise micro adjustments. I like that. Less stuff to bring to the range.
The AMG’s dual zero turrets allow easy switching between suppressed and unsuppressed setups or between super- and subsonic, light, or heavyweight loads. That’s really smart, especially with the drastic rise in suppressor popularity. Everyone needs to follow along.
Its lightweight, compact design—just 8.4 inches long and 18.8 ounces—fits short-barreled carbines and frees up rail space for additional accessories. Again, another wise design choice. Night vision, and IR illuminators are becoming increasingly popular, especially as the barriers to entry decrease. A patented locking fast-focus diopter keeps the reticle sharp, while the locking, knurled illumination dial prevents accidental adjustments from snags or during transport.
The patented integrated throw lever provides a low-profile 120° throw for rapid magnification changes without catching. I’m not a fan of throw levers that screw on or slide over the magnification ring. They tend to loosen and even get lost at inopportune times.
Crafted, machined, and assembled in the US with both domestic and globally sourced parts, the AMG meets micron-level tolerances (that’s really, really small, in case you were wondering).
Inside, the etched, illuminated EBR-9 MRAD reticle maintains a performance-driven design that’s effective at close range and remaining precise beyond 1,000 yards. It features a clean grid for quick corrections and intuitive ranging marks—3, 4, 5, and 6—corresponding to hundreds of yards and shoulder-width targets at each distance.
Zooming Out
There’s literally nothing about this optic I dislike…feature-wise. If it’s the choice of Tier 1 units (which don’t operate under the same budget constraints as the rest of the armed forces), then it’s likely more than good enough for the rest of us.
Of course, that brings us to price — the AMG’s main drawback. It has a hefty MSRP of $6,399.99. Street prices will be closer to $4,000 or so. That’s a significant amount of money no matter who you are. However, if you’re looking for the best, most versatile LPVO on the market, the AMG is a solid place to start.