RIX STRIDE ST3 LITE THRM MONO 1-6X15

Description

The Stride ST3 Lite is a compact thermal monocular built for extended carry — hunting, patrol, search, or any situation where you need persistent thermal awareness without the weight penalty that comes with larger units. At 0.43 lb, it sits in a category where the limiting factor on endurance is usually the mission, not the gear on your face or in your hand.

The 15mm F1.0 objective collects as much thermal energy as the aperture allows at that focal length, which matters most in low-contrast conditions — cool nights, dense brush, light rain — where a slower lens starts losing detail. The 384×288 sensor resolves at a 12-micron pixel pitch, a format that delivers practical detection and identification ranges appropriate to hunting-scale distances. The 1–6× magnification range is what makes this unit genuinely multi-role: true 1× keeps your situational awareness intact when you’re moving, while 6× gives you enough zoom to evaluate an animal or a heat signature at distance before committing.

Six selectable color palettes let you tune contrast to the ambient conditions rather than forcing a single rendering on every environment. The IP67 waterproof rating means incidental rain and moisture immersion aren’t concerns. Power comes from a standard 18650 cell — a deliberate choice that keeps field resupply simple, since that format is widely stocked. The screw-mount interface is compatible with helmets and vehicle mounts, and Rix offers their BM-01 bracket as a dedicated mounting solution for hands-free use. A five-year manufacturer warranty backs the unit.