Independent field journal · Practice, evidence, judgmentIssue No. 01 / Summer 2026
KGKNOWN GROUNDClarity and capability in a contested world
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Compare like with like.

Start with a product family, then choose two records. Differences, sources, and documentation gaps stay visible.

Step 1

Choose what you are comparing

Compare full-size and compact handgun-mounted optics.

Step 2

Select two pistol optics

Step 3

Review the differences

“Not documented” means Known Ground has not verified that field. It is not a zero, “none,” or compatibility claim.

Side-by-side comparison of MPS and ACRO P-2
AttributeSteinerMPSSpecs checked Jul 23, 2026AimpointACRO P-2Specs checked Jul 23, 2026
Typical priceNot documentedNot documented
Weight2.05 oz / 58 g2.2 oz / 61 g
Overall dimensions1.77 × 1.24 × 1.20 in / 45 × 31.5 × 30.5 mm1.9 × 1.3 × 1.2 in / 47 × 33 × 31 mm
Product formatopticoptic
Mount / compatibilityAimpoint ACRO interfaceAimpoint ACRO interface
Catalog statuscurrentcurrent
Adjustment1 MOA per clickNot documented
Adjustment range90 MOA elevation and windageNot documented
BatteryCR1632CR2032
Battery life13,000 hours at medium setting50,000 hours at daylight setting 6
Brightness6 daylight and 2 night-vision settings4 night-vision and 6 daylight settings
Clear apertureNot documented0.59 × 0.59 in / 15 × 15 mm
DesignEnclosed emitterEnclosed emitter
Eye reliefNot documentedUnlimited
HousingNot documentedHigh-strength aluminum
Magnification
Operating temperature-40°F to 140°F / -40°C to 60°CNot documented
ParallaxNot documentedOperationally parallax-free
Parallax setting25 mNot documented
Reticle3.3 MOA red dot2.5, 3.5, or 9 MOA red dot, depending on model
Water resistanceSubmersible to 33 ft / 10 mSubmersible to 115 ft / 35 m
Window0.79 × 0.63 in / 20 × 16 mmNot documented
Editorial context

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MPS: Enclosed reflex optic.

ACRO P-2: Enclosed duty-focused reflex optic.