The Athlon Cronus UHD G2 Spotting Scope 20-60x86mm (Athlon part no. 311006) represents the pinnacle of clarity and color definition in Athlon’s spotting scope lineup, built around dual layers of ED (extra-low dispersion) glass to eliminate the chromatic aberration that can soften fine detail on lesser optics. A dual focusing system separates coarse and fine adjustment into two distinct controls, letting a shooter get roughly on focus quickly and then dial in true peak sharpness without hunting through a single wheel’s full range. Together, the ED glass and dual focus system are built to deliver the sharpest detail Athlon offers in this scope family. It’s built for serious long-range shooters and hunters who need to resolve fine detail at real distance.

Key Specifications

• Offers a 20-60x zoom range for scanning wide areas and closing in on detail.
• Uses an 86mm objective lens for strong light gathering across the zoom range.
• Built with dual layers of ED glass to eliminate chromatic aberration for sharper detail.
• Includes a dual focusing system, separating quick coarse focus from fine focus adjustment.
• Ships at approximately 9.13 lb, reflecting its full-size 86mm optical system.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the benefit of dual-layer ED glass? ED (extra-low dispersion) glass reduces chromatic aberration, the color fringing that can appear around high-contrast edges, and using two layers pushes that correction further than a single-layer design.

How does the dual focusing system work? One control handles quick coarse focus to get roughly on target, while a separate fine focus adjustment lets you dial in peak sharpness without re-searching the entire focus range.

How does this model compare to the standard Cronus G2? This version adds dual-layer ED glass and a dual focusing system, positioning it as the sharper, more refined option within the Cronus G2 spotting scope line.

Buy the Athlon Cronus UHD G2 Dual-Focus Spotting Scope

For the sharpest possible detail at real distance, the Cronus G2’s dual-layer ED glass and dual focus system are built to deliver it. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for insured shipping right to your door, and browse the rest of our spotting scopes lineup for other configurations.