FLIR Scout TKx - Compact Infrared/Thermal Imaging Monocular for Wildlife Viewing
- Thermal imaging, shows heat signatures in total darkness
- Over 90 meters (100 yards) detection range for people and animals
- 9.5 degrees field of view
- 19 mm focal length, 42 mm objective lens
- Manual focus, records images and video
- 5.92 ounces, 1.5 x 1.5 x 4 inch body
- Lithium ion battery included, USB-C cable in the box
Updated 2 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A pocket thermal monocular for spotting warm bodies at night. It shows heat, not a light-amplified picture, and export rules apply to some buyers.
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ASIN: B0BN8CQ571Model: 7TM-02-F110Category: Night Vision Monoculars
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Overview
A backyard at night, a hunting stand or a trail at dusk is where this monocular earns its place. It reads infrared heat and shows it on a small screen, and it can save still images and video.
The reason to buy is a compact way to find animals and people by body heat in complete darkness. The limit is a narrow field of view and a lens-based range that suits spotting, not identifying detail at distance.
Who it's for
Outdoor users who survey open ground at night and carry gear in a coat pocket will use it most. Anyone needing a light-amplified night vision view, or a buyer on a military end-use list, should look elsewhere.
Pros and cons
- Pocket size and light weight
- Works in total darkness
- Records images and video
- Battery and charger included
- Narrow field of view
- Manual focus only
- Some spec fields look generic
- Export rules limit some buyers
Performance notes
A thermal sensor measures heat differences rather than amplifying light, so darkness, fog and light brush do not block the view the same way. Detection distance depends on the lens and on how much warmer the target is than its background. Battery life is described only as long, so plan on a charge before a night out.
Specifications
| Model | 7TM-02-F110 |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Objective lens diameter | 42 millimeters |
| Exit pupil diameter | 2.1 millimeters |
| Focal length | 19 millimeters |
| Item dimensions | 1.5 x 1.5 x 4 inches |
| Weight | 5.92 ounces |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty | OTS 2-3-10 global limited warranty |
| Other details | |
| Generation | Thermal monocular |
| Field of view | 9.5 degrees |
| Features | Thermal imaging, long battery life, waterproof, wide field of view |
| Focus type | Manual focus |
| Batteries | 1 lithium ion battery, included |
| Included | Custom video out cable, USB-C cable, USB cable, USB power adapter, neck lanyard, wrist strap, lens cap |
Frequently asked questions
Is the FLIR Scout TKx a night vision monocular?
No. It is a thermal imager that shows heat signatures, not a light-amplifying night vision device. It works in total darkness but gives a heat picture, not a natural one.
How far can the Scout TKx see?
The description says it can show people, objects and animals in total darkness more than 90 meters (100 yards) away.
Does the FLIR Scout TKx have export restrictions?
The description says thermal products with a frame rate of 9Hz or less fall under ECCN 6A993.a and may not go to a military end-user outside the U.S. or Canada without a license.
What is in the box with the Scout TKx?
The listing names a custom video out cable, neck lanyard, USB-C cable, lens cap, USB cable, USB power adapter and charger and a wrist strap.