XPS2 HWS®(HOLOGRAPHIC WEAPON SIGHT)
The XPS2 is the shortest, smallest and lightest EOTECH model holographic weapon sight designed for close to mid-range engagements. It allows very fast target acquisition and engagement at short ranges while providing aiming capability out to 300 meters equal to or better than iron sights. Its size and weight make it convenient for hunters and law enforcement officers to carry.
Key Features
- Shortest & Lightest EOTech — At 3.8" long and 9.0 oz, the XPS2 is significantly shorter and lighter than the 512 (5.6", 11.5 oz). The single CR123 battery sits sideways under the sight instead of two AAs end-to-end, which is what gives it that compact footprint. Less weight, less rail space used, more room for everything else.
- 68 MOA Ring + 1 MOA Dot — Same proven EOTech holographic reticle. The large ring draws your eye for fast CQB acquisition. The 1 MOA dot gives you precision at distance. Three usable aiming points calibrated for .223/5.56 at 7, 50, and 200 yards. On a shotgun, the ring approximates your shot pattern.
- Absolute Co-Witness — The XPS2 sits at a height that puts the reticle directly in line with standard AR-15 iron sights. If the optic dies, your backup irons are right there — no adapter plates, no risers. This lower mount height also makes the XPS2 ideal for platforms with higher optic rails like HK 416, MP5, and AK variants.
- Single CR123 Battery — 600 continuous hours at nominal setting 12. That's less than the AA-powered 512 (2,500 hrs), but the trade-off is a dramatically smaller sight. CR123s are widely available at sporting goods and gun stores. Low-battery indicator blinks when you're down to about 20% remaining.
- Holographic Technology — Not a red dot. Laser holography projects the reticle so you see target and reticle in the same focal plane. Virtually no parallax. The reticle keeps working even if the window cracks, chips, or gets obstructed — a feature no LED red dot can match.
Details
- Range: Close & Mid-Range Engagements up to 300 meters
- Length/Width/Height: 3.8” x 2.1” x 2.5” (97 x 54 x 64 mm)
- Weight: 9.0 oz (255 g)
- Water Resistant: Submersible to 10 ft. (3 m)
- Mount: 1” Weaver or MIL-STD-1913 rail
- Power Source: One 123 lithium battery
- Battery Life: 600 continuous hours at nominal setting 12 at room temp.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What's the difference between the XPS2 and the 512? A: Size, weight, and battery. The XPS2 is 3.8" long and 9 oz on a single CR123 battery. The 512 is 5.6" long and 11.5 oz on two AA batteries. The 512 gets 2,500 hours of battery life vs the XPS2's 600 hours. Same reticle, same holographic technology. Choose the XPS2 if compact size matters most. Choose the 512 if battery life and AA availability are your priorities.
Q: What's the difference between the XPS2 and the EXPS2? A: The EXPS2 has a quick-detach lever mount (no tools to remove), side-mounted buttons (better magnifier clearance), and a lower 1/3 co-witness height. The XPS2 has a screw-clamp mount, rear buttons, and absolute co-witness. Internally they're the same sight. Pick the EXPS2 if you swap optics frequently or run a magnifier full-time.
Q: Is this night vision compatible? A: No. The XPS2 has 20 daylight brightness settings only. If you need night vision, the XPS3 is the same sight body with NV modes added and a 33-ft submersion rating. Or look at the EXPS3 for QD mount + NV + side buttons.
Q: Can I use a magnifier with this? A: Yes. The XPS2 pairs well with the EOTech G33 or similar flip-to-side magnifiers. The compact body actually frees up more rail space behind it compared to the 512 or 552. One note: the rear-mounted buttons can be slightly obstructed when a magnifier is flipped into position. If magnifier access to buttons is critical, the EXPS models with side buttons solve that.
Q: What does "absolute co-witness" mean? A: It means the holographic reticle sits at the same height as your standard AR-15 iron sights. If you look through the sight and flip up your backup irons, the front sight post lines up right in the center of the reticle. This gives you a true backup aiming reference if the optic ever fails. The EXPS models sit higher (lower 1/3 co-witness), which puts the irons in the lower third of the sight window instead.