In Stock Holosun ARO EVO Advanced Rifle Optic with Solar Failsafe - Red Dot
The Holosun ARO EVO Red Dot is a modern rifle optic that’s all about giving you a bigger, clearer sight picture without making things complicated. It uses a crisp 2 MOA red dot inside a 26mm window, so you get plenty of room to track targets and shoot fast while still keeping a precise aiming point. It’s got Solar Failsafe and Shake Awake built in, so it powers itself intelligently—running off light when it can and waking instantly when you pick up the rifle. The lower 1/3 co-witness mount comes included, and the whole thing is built from rugged aluminum with proper waterproofing and recoil resistance. It’s basically a “turn it on and forget about it” optic that still feels very modern and capable.
-Nathan (Technical Advisor)
The Holosun ARO EVO Advanced Rifle Optic is the next evolution in precision shooting, delivering a refined design with class-leading technology and performance. Featuring an all-new 26mm housing, the ARO EVO offers a significantly larger sight picture, giving shooters enhanced situational awareness and visual clarity. Its refined lower 1/3 co-witness pedestal mount ensures a natural shooting position and seamless compatibility with Holosun’s magnifier series. A newly integrated lens cap and anti-reflection device system further optimise optical performance in bright conditions.
At the heart of the optic is a crisp 2 MOA dot powered by Holosun’s advanced Solar Failsafe™ technology. This system not only ensures you have a reliable backup power source in any lighting condition, but it also automatically adjusts reticle brightness to match your environment. Whether you're in bright daylight or low-light surroundings, the ARO EVO adapts in real-time, even functioning without a battery when enough light is available.
The Shake Awake™ feature conserves battery by powering down the LED during periods of inactivity, springing instantly back to life with the slightest movement. Combined with Holosun’s Super LED, the optic offers superb energy efficiency and brightness levels ranging from night vision-compatible to daylight-bright, achieving up to 50,000 hours of battery life.
Built from rugged 6061 T6 aluminium with a hard anodised finish, the ARO EVO is lightweight yet robust, weighing just 6oz. It’s parallax-free, with unlimited eye relief and a 1x magnification, ensuring rapid target acquisition. Engineered to thrive in extreme environments, it’s rated IPX8 waterproof, resistant to 1000G vibration, and operates flawlessly in temperatures ranging from -30°C to 60°C.
Optical Specs
- Reticle: 2 MOA Dot
- Light Wavelength: 590nm
- Reticle Colour: Red
- Parallax Free: Yes
- Unlimited Eye Relief: Yes
- Magnification: 1x
- Multi-Coatings: Yes
Electronic Specs
- Power Source: Solar & Battery
- Battery Type: CR2032
- Battery Life: 50,000 hours
- Brightness Settings: 8 Daylight & 4 Night Vision
- Thermal Modes: N/A
- Digital Modes: N/A
- Video Recording: N/A
- Screen Refresh Rate: N/A
- Digital Screen: N/A
Physical Specs
- Window Size: 1.02 in
- Dimensions: 2.87 × 1.68 × 2.7 in
- Weight: 6 oz
Mechanical Specs
- Housing Material: 6061 T6 Aluminium
- Surface Finish: Hard Anodize
- Adjustment per Click: 0.5 MOA
- W&E Travel Range: ±50 MOA
Environment Specs
- Storage Temperature: -40℃ to 70℃
- Working Temperature: -30℃ to 60℃
- Submersion Rating: IPX8
- Vibration Resistance: 1000G
- 26mm wide housing design for an enhanced sight picture and improved situational awareness.
- 2 MOA red dot offers precise aiming for accurate shot placement.
- Solar Failsafe™ technology provides a backup power source using natural or artificial light and adjusts reticle brightness automatically.
- Shake Awake™ technology powers the optic down when idle and instantly reactivates with motion for seamless operation.
- Super LED illumination delivers a broad range of brightness levels, from night vision-compatible to daylight-bright.
- Lower 1/3 co-witness mount ensures proper alignment with standard AR-height iron sights and provides a comfortable shooting position.
- Compatible with Holosun magnifiers, offering extended range and magnification flexibility.
- Anti-reflection device (ARD) and flip-up lens cap included for glare reduction and lens protection.
- Rugged 6061 T6 aluminium housing with hard anodised finish for durability in harsh conditions.
- IPX8 waterproof and 1000G shock-rated, built to withstand challenging environments and heavy recoil.
- Holosun ARO EVO Advanced Rifle Optic with Solar Failsafe
- 1x 1.15" optic mount
- 1x 1.63" optic mount
- 1x Multi-tool
- 1x Wrench
- 1x Cleaning cloth
1. What reticle does the ARO EVO Red use?
A simple 2 MOA red dot designed for fast and precise aiming.
2. How big is the viewing window?
It uses a 26mm housing, which gives a noticeably wider field of view than older micro red dots.
3. What is Solar Failsafe?
A backup power system that uses light to power or assist the optic and automatically adjusts brightness based on lighting conditions.
4. What is Shake Awake?
A motion sensor feature that turns the optic off when idle and instantly reactivates it when moved.
5. Does it run on a battery?
Yes, it uses a CR2032 battery with solar support as backup and efficiency aid.
6. How long does the battery last?
Up to around 50,000 hours depending on brightness settings.
7. What height does it mount at?
It includes a lower 1/3 co-witness mount for AR-style rifles.
8. Is it good for magnifiers?
Yes, it’s designed to pair cleanly with magnifiers for extended range shooting.
9. Is it durable?
Yes, it’s built from 6061-T6 aluminum with IPX8 waterproofing and high recoil resistance.
10. What’s the main advantage of the ARO EVO Red?
It combines a wide sight picture, long battery life, solar backup, and automatic power features in a simple, rugged optic that stays ready with minimal maintenance.
- Holosun 10 years / product lifetime warranty. Read more here
Delivery costs & estimated arrival
Find your country below for the delivery charge and how long your order should take to reach you. All orders ship with FedEx. Estimates are in working days and exclude weekends and public holidays.
| Country | Up to 2kg | 2kg – 30kg | Estimated delivery | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Order under €350 | Order €350 & over | Order under €350 | Order €350 & over | ||
| Austria | €11.95 | €26.95 | €26.95 | €26.95 | 5-7 working days |
| Belgium | €8.95 | €14.95 | €14.95 | €14.95 | 4-6 working days |
| Bulgaria | €11.95 | €31.95 | €31.95 | €31.95 | 7-9 working days |
| Croatia | €11.95 | €31.95 | €31.95 | €31.95 | 6-8 working days |
| Cyprus | €14.95 | €89.95 | €89.95 | €89.95 | Contact us |
| Czechia | €10.95 | €21.95 | €21.95 | €21.95 | 5-7 working days |
| Denmark | €10.95 | €21.95 | €21.95 | €21.95 | 4-6 working days |
| Estonia | €11.95 | €31.95 | €31.95 | €31.95 | 6-8 working days |
| Finland | €11.95 | €26.95 | €26.95 | €26.95 | 5-7 working days |
| France | €10.95 | €21.95 | €21.95 | €21.95 | 4-6 working days |
| Germany | €8.95 | €14.95 | €14.95 | €14.95 | 5-7 working days |
| Greece | €11.95 | €31.95 | €31.95 | €31.95 | 8-10 working days |
| Hungary | €11.95 | €31.95 | €31.95 | €31.95 | 5-7 working days |
| Ireland | €6.95 | €6.95 | €8.95 | €8.95 | 2-4 working days |
| Italy | €10.95 | €21.95 | €21.95 | €21.95 | 5-7 working days |
| Latvia | €11.95 | €31.95 | €31.95 | €31.95 | 6-8 working days |
| Lithuania | €11.95 | €31.95 | €31.95 | €31.95 | 6-8 working days |
| Luxembourg | €11.95 | €31.95 | €31.95 | €31.95 | 5-7 working days |
| Malta | €14.95 | €89.95 | €89.95 | €89.95 | Contact us |
| Monaco | €10.95 | €21.95 | €21.95 | €21.95 | 4-6 working days |
| Poland | €10.95 | €21.95 | €21.95 | €21.95 | 5-7 working days |
| Romania | €11.95 | €31.95 | €31.95 | €31.95 | 6-8 working days |
| Slovakia | €11.95 | €31.95 | €31.95 | €31.95 | 5-7 working days |
| Slovenia | €11.95 | €31.95 | €31.95 | €31.95 | 6-8 working days |
| Spain | €11.95 | €26.95 | €26.95 | €26.95 | 5-7 working days |
| Sweden | €11.95 | €26.95 | €26.95 | €26.95 | 5-7 working days |
Returns & withdrawal
Which option you use depends on why you are sending the item back.
Changed your mind?
You have 14 days from receiving your order to withdraw from your purchase. Use our Withdrawal from Contract form to tell us. It is the quickest way, and we will then email you a free returns label.
If you would rather post the item back yourself to our returns address in Ireland, you pay the postage. Full details are on our Returns page.
Withdrawal from ContractFaulty, damaged or wrong item?
If your item arrived faulty, damaged or not what you ordered, please follow the steps on our Returns page. We cover the cost of returning these items.
Full details of all our return options are on that page.
Returns pageDelivery prices are shown in euros and confirmed at checkout.

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