TrackingPoint is expanding into the semi-auto realm with the new TrackingPoint 500 Series ARs, announced for 2014. Built upon the Daniel Defense DDM4 V7 (an excellent rifle platform that I own), the TrackingPoint AR utilizes the same Tag Track Xact technology as the bolt-action rifle scopes, but in a smaller frame. This allows the shooter to make marked shots on targets while moving at speeds up to 10 mph out to 500 yards and utilize 2-12x magnification. Because of the integrated nature of the TrackingPoint system, it will only be available as a complete rifle w/ scope.
TP AR Networked TrackingScope Specs
Max Target Velocity – 10 mph
Magnification – 2-12x
Objective lens – 25mm
Laser Range Finder – 750 yards
WIFi – 802.11g
Display – 800×600 LCD
Image Sensor – 14.6 Mpixel CMOS
TTX Range – 500 yards
Operating Temperature Range – -20C to 50C
Barrel Reference System Laser – 650 nm
Microphone Sensitivity – Whisper
Battery Type – Li Ion
The rifles will be offered in 7.62, .300 BLK, and 5.56 calibers. They are currently taking pre-orders. Delivery starts October 2014.
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So for a moving target you now have to place the dot on the target manipulate the the scope with one hand, input your wind, and then reacquire the target. This is even stupider than using the tracking point for long distance sniping.
I can understand a sniper rifle I could even figure on a SR25 or AR10 but a AR15
Because money.