The TA01 is in my hot little hands. I would like to show you a few of the changes Trijicon made to the Ta01 that we discussed in the last article, as well as deliver a few more visual examples. Consider this as a supplement to the month’s featured article:
The Updates:
![TA01 ACOG Trijicon (1)](https://www.thenewrifleman.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/TA01-ACOG-Trijicon-1-1024x576.jpg)
Rear mount for a RMR or BUIS.
As mentioned, the TA01 has been updated with mounting provisions for iron sights or a RMR. Being as I am in a high humidity environment, I may mount the backup irons over a RMR.
The machining on the ACOG is rough, and there is a notable amount of material carved away from the body of the optic. This does not affect performance, but does look like it could use a few more passes over with the milling machine.
![TA01 ACOG Trijicon (3)](https://www.thenewrifleman.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/TA01-ACOG-Trijicon-3-1024x576.jpg)
The forging comes from the same line as the dual illuminated models, and the extra is machined away as if it was the last off the line on a Friday afternoon. Note the provision for a front sight.
So let’s talk weight. How does the ACOG compare weight wise?
The TA01 weighs 14.2 oz with the TA60 mount.
The detachable carry handle weighs 9.2 oz as a comparison.
A variable often weights 14 oz or MORE without a mount. Add a mount and it can add anywhere from 3.5 oz for a Aero Precision Ultralight to 8.4 for the ADM SPR profile quick detach mount.
In Low Light:
Acog’s are excellent in dim lighting conditions. The 8mm exit pupil and 32 mm objective funnel plenty of ambient light to the eye. The 4×32 is among the best in the lineup. The tritium is also strong enough to see with a weapon light depending on lighting scenarios:
![TA01 Tritium ACOG low light](https://www.thenewrifleman.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/TA01-Tritium-ACOG-low-light-1024x633.jpg)
15 yards ambient light
![ACOG TA01 CROSSHAIR WML](https://www.thenewrifleman.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/ACOG-TA01-CROSSHAIR-WML-1024x576.jpg)
15 yards 600 Lumen WML activated
![Ta01 ACOG WML 15yards](https://www.thenewrifleman.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/Ta01-ACOG-WML-15yards-1024x576.jpg)
15 yards no magnification
So the TA01 is quite adequate in low light shooting scenarios, and bright light shooting scenarios. I find it far more palatable than the TA31F series with its minuscule chevron BDC reticle which can wash out.
Wrapping Up:
The Ta01 is going on my primary rifle. For a while I have been testing ALL KINDS OF STUFF but I have finally put together a Rifleman’s rifle. The ACOG being the latest component added to my Colt HBAR build… The Ta01 is a good addition, and when everything is a compromise we need to choose the best components for our desired goal. Nothing is perfect. The Ta01 is a costly, but a welcome addition to my equipment list. If you are looking at a TA01, check out Brownells.com
“Oh the places we will go.”