First Look: Holosun AEMS Pro X2 and AEMS Core X2 Sights

Two new red dots designed with long guns in mind.

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posted on August 13, 2025
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Holosun AEMS Pro X2 and AEMS Core X2

Holosun is now shipping the new AEMS Core X2 and the AEM Pro X2 red dot sights. These models represent the latest in Holosun’s AEMS red-dot product line, which is meant to be paired with rifles, carbines and other long guns.

In addition to the standard red color, Holosun also offers both the new AEMS Pro X2 and the AEMS Core X2 with green- and gold-colored emitters. While both are built around the same housing and profile, the Pro X2 model includes additional features such as more night-vision compatible modes, a multi-reticle system and 7075-T6 housing material construction. In addition to this, the water resistance rating of the Pro X2 is IPX8 versus the Holosun’s AEMS Core X2’s IP67 certification. Both the Holosun AEMS Pro X2 and AEMS Core X2 include standard-height, Picatinny-compatible optics mounts direct from the factory.

AEMS Pro X2 and AEMS Core X2 Red-Dot Sights Specifications:

  • Adjustment travel range: ±50 MOA
  • Windage and elevation click Values: .5 MOA per click
  • Window dimensions: 1.1 x .87 inches
  • Brightness settings AEMS Pro X2: 8 Daylight and 4 night vision
  • Brightness settings AEMS Core X2: 10 Daylight and 2 night vision
  • Water resistance AEMS Pro X2: IPX8 certified
  • Water resistance AEMS Core X2: IP67 certified
  • Housing material AEMS Pro X2: 7075 T6 aluminum
  • Housing material AEMS Core X2: Durable aluminum
  • Battery life: Up to 50,000 hours for both models
  • Battery type: CR2032 both models

AEMS X2 Features:

  • Shake-awake technology with last setting recall
  • Solar FailSafe (AEMS Pro X2)
  • Flip-down protective lens covers (AEMS Pro X2)
  • 2-MOA Dot reticle (AEMS Core X2)
  • Holosun Multi-Reticle System (AEMS Pro X2): Choose between 2-MOA Dot, 65-MOA Circle, or both

MSRP for the AEMS Pro X2 and AEMS Core X2 vary by model and features. To learn more about these new red dot sights or other products from Holosun, visit holosun.com

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