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Monday, January 12, 2026  ■  Optics

ATN Unveils Its Most Advanced Thermal Optics Platform Ever: The 6th Generation Line

Doral, FL — ATN, the industry leader in advanced night vision and thermal imaging solutions for hunters, outdoor enthusiasts, law enforcement, and defense professionals, proudly announces the launch of its 6th Generation product line — the most powerful, most intelligent, and most field-ready family of optics the company has ever produced.

Representing a sweeping technological leap, ATN's 6th Generation platform introduces a new era of thermal performance built on cutting-edge sensors, next-gen processing, AI-enhanced imaging, and redesigned hardware engineered for rugged reliability in the harshest conditions.

A Leap Forward in Thermal Imaging

At the core of every 6th Gen product is ATN's all-new 6th Generation Thermal Engine, featuring 12 μm VOx uncooled sensors with industry-leading NETD sensitivity ratings as low as ≤15 mK, delivering unprecedented clarity, contrast, and detection performance — even through smoke, fog, humidity, and dense cover.

This sensor family delivers stronger heat signature separation, longer-range identification, and sharper visual definition than any previous ATN generation.

SharpIR® AI — Real-Time Intelligence in Every Pixel

Every 6th Gen optic is powered by ATN's proprietary SharpIR® image-enhancement engine — an AI-driven system that analyzes and optimizes every frame in real time.

SharpIR® improves:

The result: defined shapes, crisper movement, and faster decision-making, whether spotting distant coyotes or assessing tactical threats.

A Complete 6th Gen Ecosystem

The new product family includes five flagship platforms — each redesigned for its mission, yet unified by the same next-generation core performance.

ThOR 6 Elite Thermal Riflescopes

The most advanced riflescope ATN has ever produced, offering ultra-sensitive ≤15 mK sensors, a Full HD 1920×1080 OLED display, integrated LRF options, ballistic calculator, RAV recording, and advanced targeting tools like PIP and Zeroing Freeze.

ThOR 6 Mini – Compact Thermal Riflescope Series

Lightweight, fast, and rugged — the ideal balance of mobility and power. Available in 256, 384, and 640 resolutions with SharpIR®, Hot Point Tracking, PIP, Wi-Fi, and internal recording.

Odin 6 MFT – Multi-Functional Thermal Optic

A helmet-mountable, handheld, clip-on-capable optic delivering tactical versatility with a 1280×1024 OLED display, rugged magnesium body, optional LRF, multiple color palettes, and multi-role operation.

Binox 6 Dual – 4-in-1 Multispectral Binoculars

Thermal + Day + Night + Twilight capability in one system, featuring 4K daylight CMOS, 50 Hz thermal refresh, long-range LRF, Dual-View Switching, and onboard 4K/1080p recording.

TICO 6 – Thermal Imaging Clip-On System

Transforms any daytime scope into a next-gen thermal optic in seconds. Features multi-resolution OLED displays, clip-on or monocular operation, onboard recording, RAV, Hot Point Tracking, and rugged IP-rated construction.

Sharper. Smarter. Stronger.

The Foundation of 6th Generation Performance

Across the entire lineup, the 6th Generation engineering platform delivers:

SHARPER

SMARTER

STRONGER

A New Standard for the Modern Hunter, Professional, and Operator

From predator control and night hunting, to law enforcement, border security, and military applications, ATN's 6th Generation platform is built to outperform in every field, every season, and every environment.

Availability

The ATN 6th Generation line begins shipping in first quarter 2026, with select configurations available for preorder through authorized ATN dealers and at ATNCorp.com.

About ATN: Founded in 1995, American Technologies Network (ATN) is the world's leading manufacturer of advanced night vision, thermal imaging, and Smart HD optics. With three decades of innovation behind every product, ATN continues to push the boundaries of what is possible in thermal and digital imaging for consumers, professionals, and government agencies.