AGM Rattler V3 25-384 Thermal Rifle Scope

The AGM Rattler V3 25-384 is the compact, lightweight entry point into AGM's third-generation Rattler lineup. At 1.3 pounds with a 25mm objective, it's the smallest Rattler V3 built for hunters who want a genuine V3-generation thermal scope (shutterless NUC, Image Boost 2.0, a 1920—1080 OLED display, a sub-15 mK sensor) in the most maneuverable package AGM offers. It pairs a 384—288 12-micron thermal sensor with a 25mm F/1.0 germanium lens and a 1,936-yard detection range.

The Rattler line has come a long way. What launched five years ago as an entry-level thermal competitor has, through the V2 generation and now V3, become one of the more technically advanced thermal platforms available. The 25-384 is the V3 lineup's most accessible model and the one Rattler V3 built around compactness and ease of handling above maximum reach.

How the AGM Rattler V3 Lineup Works

AGM's model naming tells you what you're getting: objective lens size, then sensor resolution. There's one important distinction across the lineup three of the four models carry an in-lens laser rangefinder, and one does not.

• AGM Rattler V3 LRF 50-640 50mm lens, 640 sensor, in-lens LRF + ballistic calculator. The long-range flagship. $4,895.
• AGM Rattler V3 LRF 35-640 35mm lens, 640 sensor, in-lens LRF + ballistic calculator. The compact 640. $4,295.
• AGM Rattler V3 LRF 35-384 35mm lens, 384 sensor, in-lens LRF + ballistic calculator. The mid-tier. $2,995.
• AGM Rattler V3 25-384 25mm lens, 384 sensor. The compact, lightweight model. No LRF.

All four share the core V3 platform the sub-15 mK sensor, the 1920—1080-class OLED display, shutterless NUC, and Image Boost 2.0 processing. The 25-384 is the one model in the lineup without the in-lens laser rangefinder and onboard ballistic calculator. If integrated ranging is a must-have, the AGM Rattler V3 LRF 35-384 is the closest model that includes it. If you range with a separate handheld unit, or your hunting happens at distances where you hold rather than dial, the 25-384 delivers the rest of the V3 platform in the most compact body AGM builds.

What Makes the 25-384 Specific

Two things define the 25-384 within the lineup: its compact size and its lack of an LRF.

The 25mm F/1.0 germanium lens is the smallest objective in the Rattler V3 lineup. It gives the 25-384 a 2.5x base magnification (expandable to 20x through digital zoom), a wide 10.5° — 6.3° field of view, and a 1,936-yard detection range. That wide field of view is a genuine advantage for certain hunting when you're tracking a group of hogs moving through a field, a wider view keeps more animals in frame at once. The compact lens is also what keeps the scope at just 1.3 pounds and 8.5 inches long.

No in-lens LRF. The 25-384 does not have the laser rangefinder or onboard ballistic calculator found on the three LRF models. This is the single biggest difference between the 25-384 and the rest of the lineup, and it's the deciding factor: if you want ranging built into the scope, you want an LRF model. If you carry a handheld rangefinder or shoot at distances where precise ranging isn't critical, the 25-384 gives you the V3 image quality without paying for ranging hardware you won't use.

The V3 Platform Features

The 25-384 brings the core Rattler V3 generation upgrades:

Sub-15 mK thermal sensor. A sub-15 mK NETD rating puts the V3 among the more sensitive thermal sensors available, preserving image contrast in rain, fog, and humidity.

1920—1080 OLED display. A high-resolution display producing strong contrast and depth so heat signatures stand out clearly.

Shutterless NUC. The V3 generation is the first Rattler with shutterless non-uniformity correction image calibration without the periodic shutter "click" and momentary freeze that traditional NUC requires. You stay on a continuous live image.

Image Boost 2.0. AGM's imaging algorithm, sharpening detail and contrast across conditions.

Manual focus ring. The 25-384 includes a manual focus ring for fast, precise focus adjustments when tracking moving targets designed, like the oversized buttons, to be operated with gloved hands in cold weather.

Built for Hard Field Use

The 25-384 is built around practical hardware. The magnesium-alloy housing carries an IP67 waterproof and dust rating and handles heavy recoil. Large, sturdy buttons and the manual focus ring are designed for gloved operation in cold weather. The removable, rechargeable NE-4400 Li-ion battery delivers over 7 hours of runtime per charge, supports USB-C external power for extended sessions, and hot-swaps in the field. The scope ships with an American-made ADM quick-detach mount that returns to zero on any MIL-STD 1913 rail.

The firmware adds deep customization: onboard pitch scale, 10 brightness and contrast settings, warm and cold viewing modes, multiple color palettes (Black Hot, White Hot, Red Hot, Fusion, Red Monochrome, Green Monochrome), picture-in-picture, hot tracking, onboard video and audio recording to 64 GB of built-in storage, Wi-Fi data transmission, 5 zeroing profiles, shot-activated recording, and defective pixel repair.

Key Specs

• Thermal sensor: 384—288, 12 µm VOx uncooled, 50 Hz
• NETD: sub-15 mK
• Objective lens: 25mm F/1.0 germanium
• Magnification: 2.5x base, 2.5x–20x with digital zoom
• Field of view: 10.5° — 6.3° (18.4 — 11.0 ft at 100 yd)
• Display: 1920—1080 OLED, 0.49 inch
• Detection range: 1,936 yards (approx. 1.1 miles)
• Eye relief: 45 mm
• Exit pupil: 6 mm
• Laser rangefinder: Not equipped
• NUC: Shutterless
• Image processing: Image Boost 2.0
• Storage: 64 GB EMMC built-in
• Recording: Onboard video (1920—1080) with audio, shot-activated recording
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi data transmission, USB-C
• Battery: Removable rechargeable NE-4400 Li-ion, 7+ hours, USB-C external power capable
• Housing: Magnesium alloy, IP67 waterproof and dust-rated
• Color palettes: Black Hot, White Hot, Red Hot, Fusion, Red Monochrome, Green Monochrome
• Dimensions: 8.5 in length — 2.6 in width — 2.6 in height
• Weight: 1.3 lb
• Mount: ADM quick-detach (American Defense Manufacturing) included
• Warranty: 5-year transferable
• Price: $2,395.00

Who This Scope Is For

• Hunters who want a compact, lightweight thermal scope the smallest, easiest-handling Rattler V3
• Hog hunters tracking groups of animals the wide 10.5° field of view keeps more of the field in frame
• Hunters who already carry a handheld rangefinder and don't need ranging built into the scope
• Cold-weather hunters the gloved-operation buttons and manual focus ring are built for winter conditions
• Buyers who want a genuine V3-generation scope shutterless NUC, Image Boost 2.0, the sub-15 mK sensor in AGM's most affordable Rattler V3
• Hunters upgrading from a Rattler V2 who want the V3 platform's image upgrades in a compact package

When Another Model Fits Better

The 25-384 is the compact, accessible model in the lineup, but it isn't the right pick for everyone. Consider another Rattler V3 model if:

• You want a laser rangefinder built into the scope. The 25-384 has no LRF. The AGM Rattler V3 LRF 35-384 is the closest model that adds an integrated 1,000-meter rangefinder and onboard ballistic calculator.
• You want longer detection range and a higher base magnification. The LRF 35-384 steps up to a 35mm lens and 3.5x base magnification; the AGM Rattler V3 LRF 50-640 goes further still.
• You want maximum image quality. The 640-sensor models AGM Rattler V3 LRF 35-640 and AGM Rattler V3 LRF 50-640 deliver longer practical identification range and finer detail at magnification.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the AGM Rattler V3 25-384 have a laser rangefinder? No. The 25-384 is the one model in the Rattler V3 lineup without an in-lens laser rangefinder or onboard ballistic calculator. The other three models the AGM Rattler V3 LRF 35-384, LRF 35-640, and LRF 50-640 all include the in-lens LRF. If you want ranging built into the scope, the LRF 35-384 is the closest model that has it. If you carry a handheld rangefinder, the 25-384 gives you the rest of the V3 platform in a more compact, more affordable package.

What's the difference between the AGM Rattler V3 25-384 and the LRF 35-384? Both use the same 384—288 12-micron sensor and the same core V3 platform shutterless NUC, Image Boost 2.0, the sub-15 mK sensor, the OLED display. There are two differences. First, the LRF 35-384 has an in-lens laser rangefinder and onboard ballistic calculator; the 25-384 has neither. Second, the LRF 35-384 has a larger 35mm lens with a 3.5x base magnification and longer detection range, where the 25-384 has a compact 25mm lens with a 2.5x base magnification and a wider field of view. The 25-384 is the smaller, lighter, lower-cost option; the LRF 35-384 adds ranging and reach.

Is the AGM Rattler V3 25-384 good for hog hunting? Yes it's well-suited to it. The wide 10.5° field of view is a genuine advantage when hogs move in groups, keeping more animals in frame at once. The compact 1.3-pound size makes the scope easy to handle and maneuver, and the 384 sensor with sub-15 mK sensitivity delivers a clean thermal image at typical hog-hunting distances. For hog hunting where you want ranging built into the scope, consider the AGM Rattler V3 LRF 35-384.

What is shutterless NUC, and why does it matter? NUC (non-uniformity correction) is the calibration process that keeps a thermal image clean and accurate. Traditional thermal optics use a mechanical shutter that briefly closes to recalibrate, causing a short "click" and image freeze. Shutterless NUC performs that calibration without the shutter, so you keep a continuous live image. The Rattler V3 generation is the first Rattler to feature it.

How compact is the AGM Rattler V3 25-384? It's the smallest scope in the Rattler V3 lineup 8.5 inches long and 1.3 pounds. The compact 25mm objective is what keeps the size and weight down, making the 25-384 the easiest-handling and most maneuverable Rattler V3.

What battery does the AGM Rattler V3 25-384 use? It uses a removable, rechargeable NE-4400 Li-ion battery pack rated for over 7 hours of runtime per charge. Because the battery is removable, you can carry charged spares and hot-swap in the field. The scope also supports USB-C external power for extended sessions.

Does the AGM Rattler V3 25-384 record video? Yes onboard video at 1920—1080 with audio, plus shot-activated recording, saved to 64 GB of built-in EMMC storage. Footage transfers via Wi-Fi or USB-C.

Does the 25-384 come with a mount? Yes an American-made ADM quick-detach mount from American Defense Manufacturing is included. It returns to zero on any MIL-STD 1913 (Picatinny) rail.