The Pulsar Thermion XQ38 2.5-10x Thermal Riflescope has a new 388×284 17-micron processor and 2.5X base magnification combine to make this scope suitable for all types of night hunting in any terrain. I think the Thermion XQ38 has all the features a hunter could ask for in a medium-priced ($3300) thermal optic. The image quality plus the 2.5X base power is going to make it Pulsar’s best seller for the year.
Pulsar Thermion XQ38 Features
QX38 Special Features include;
- Internal video and audio recording and still image capture
- Four distinct viewer mode options
- 16GB of internal storage
- Picture in Picture function
- StreamVision smartphone app
- Full-color AMOLED display
- Multiple color palettes, as well as the traditional “black hot” and “white hot”,
- Multiple color reticle options
- Up to 10x digital zoom
- IPX7 fully waterproof rating
- Withstands recoil for calibers up to and including the .375 H&H, 9.3×64, and 12ga shotguns
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Pulsar Thermion Scope Controls
The Pulsar Thermion controls are easier to use than any other scope on the market. The layout of the controls is different than most thermal scopes. If you are new to thermal optics and have used traditional scopes with an adjustable objective lens, it will be an easy transition to the Thermion. If you are used to the controls of a Pulsar Trail, Helion or Flir product, you will find them much easier to use. I love my Pulsar Helion 2 Monocular for scanning but the controls of a Thermion are just easier to use.
On top of the eyepiece are the controls for power, video recording, and magnification. They are laid out in a triangle grid within a small circle that makes it easy to operate at night for most users. On the left side where turrets are normally placed on conventional scopes, you find the controller knob. All menu functions must be accessed through the controller knob. There are no buttons to toggle between white-hot to black-hot like other Pulsar scopes and scanners. Instead, the quick functions of the Thermion controller used while hunting access brightness, contrast, range estimation functions.
The focus ring is in the same place as a regular riflescope with an adjustable objective on the front of the scope. It has a wide rubber covered adjustment ring that is easy to access with the non-shooting hand, but pretty hard to turn. It is not as easy to use as a Pulsar Trail scope that has a top-mounted focus button but it is simple and easy to use. The flip-up lens cover is made of hard plastic and does a good job keeping dust off the lens.
Thermion XQ38 Great For All Kinds Of Hunting
The new Thermion XQ38 gives hunters a great thermal scope suited to just about any type of hunting. Pulsar has finally answered the call for a medium-priced thermal riflescope with a 2.5X base magnification. Most hunters I know hunt a variety of species and their hunting areas range from woods to wide-open spaces. In the past, base power availability seemed to jump from 1.5 X to 4X or higher. You had to choose one or the other and if you hunted multiple types of habitat you were sometimes handicapped with either of the choices.
Pulsar Thermion XQ38 Specifications
- 38mm / F1.2 Lens
- 384×288 Resolution
- 50 Hz Refresh Rate
- 17 µm Pixel Pitch
- Updated Thermal Core w/ <40 Milli Kelvin temperature sensitivity
- Greater temperature sensitivity than previous units
- 1500 Yard Detection Range
- Field of View 54ft at 100 yds
- 2.5-10x Magnification
- Length 15.5″
- Weight 26.5 oz
- High-Resolution AMOLED Display
- IPX7 Waterproof
- 4-7 Hours Continuous Operation Time (Rechargeable)
- Image Boost Technology
- Compatible with standard 30mm Scope Rings or One-Piece Mounts
- Instant Start-Up
- Can be powered externally from a USB power source
- Stadiametric Rangefinder
- Onboard 2.4GHz Wifi
- Firmware updates at home through the Pulsar Stream Vision App
- 3 Year Factory Warranty
Shop Pulsar Thermal Optics at Outdoor Legacy
If you want a new Pulsar Thermion thermal scope like the Thermion XQ38, call Jason at Outdoor Legacy Gear at (877)350-1818. If the Thermion XQ38 is still out of stock you can get on the waiting list or pre-order on the website for $100 deposit. Jason will take the time to help you decide what thermal scope or other night vision optic is best for your hunting needs.
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