For inclusion on the MHS Additional Authorized List (AAL), the U.S. Army evaluated numerous pistol red dot sights, from multiple manufacturers, through vigorous environmental and performance evaluations and the ROMEO2 and the previously awarded ROMEO-M17 (NSN: 1240-01-713-9795) each achieved successful selection.  The issuance of the NSN to these products streamlines the procurement process for all NATO members and partner countries as an identified standardized material. 

The ROMEO2 is a Red Dot Reflex Sight that features a molded glass aspheric lens with high-performance coatings for superior light transmittance and zero distortion, available with a 3 MOA, 6 MOA, or Circle/Dot reticle, and offers D.A.R.C. (Dark Adaptive Reticles and Coatings) technology to provide ideal reticle brightness and target clarity during the day and while using a Gen3+ night vision device.  MOTAC (motion-activated illumination system) automatically turns the optic off when not in use, and automatically turns it back on when it detects motion, and MAGNETAC (Magnetic Activation) automatically turns the optic off when holstered in a compatible holster, and on when drawn.   The sight has a 7075-aluminum housing and comes with two (2) steel shrouds for three (3) different optic configurations, to include fully enclosed and sealed.  A spring-loaded side battery tray with push-button release allows a battery change without the need to remove the optic from the firearm. 

Additionally, the approved MHS AAL ROMEO2 kit includes Berry-compliant wrenches, an X-RAY3 green suppressor-height front night sight to co-witness with the integrated rear sight on the ROMEO2 housing, and a plug to fill the hole in the rear of the MHS slide when the sight plate is removed.

ROMEO2 Red Dot Sight Specs:

• Magnification: 1x
• Reticle: Circle Dot / 3MOA / 6MOA / 10 MOA Red Dot
• Adjustment: 1 MOA (per click)
• Clear Aperture: 30mm
• Illumination Settings: 12 Daylight, 3 NV
• Waterproof: IPX7
• Battery: CR2032
• Overall Length: 1.84 inches
• Overall Width: 1.32 inches
• Overall Height w/o shrouds: 1.12 inch
• NSN Number: 1240-01-717-4679

The ROMOE2 is designed, developed, tested, and assembled in the U.S.A.

For more information about the ROMEO2 visit sigsauer.com.

The ROMEO-M17 (NSN: 1240-01-713-9795) was developed from the ground up for the U.S. Army’s Modular Handgun System and is the ultimate aiming solution. The RM17 will withstand the rigors of the battlefield, featuring the proprietary SIG-LOC mounting system with bottom-mount technology and 5 interface points with the pistol slide, for an extremely strong and robust lock-up. Combined with the side-mounted battery the sight has an extremely low position when mounted to the slide, offering a full sight picture and co-witness with the existing standard-height iron sights.

“The assignment of an NSN number is an exciting achievement for SIG SAUER Electro-Optics and the ROMEO product line. With the global demand for these products the NSN assignment will allow for ease in the procurement process, the ability to increase our reach within the NATO countries, and faster deployment” said Andy York, President, SIG SAUER Electro-Optics. “This assignment is also significant to non-NATO customers and civilians as the NSN designation does not come easily and signifies that the ROMEO-M17 has achieved a testing and use acceptance by the world’s most discerning military customers.”

The SIG SAUER Electro-Optics ROMEO-M17 is a mil-spec, fully enclosed and gas-purged red dot reflex sight with a distortion-free glass aspheric lens and is submersible to depths up to 35 meters. Other features include a new and very robust flexure-arm adjustment system made of the same Beryllium Copper found in many riflescope designs, and a housing that is forged and machined from 7075 Aluminum with an integrated loaded chamber indicator (LCI) gas deflector and machined anti-reflection grooves on all rear facing surfaces for reduced glare. The optic incorporates a high-efficiency point source red LED emitter, with 2 MOA dot/32 MOA circle reticle, independent brightness adjustment buttons, 15 brightness settings including night vision settings, and a side-mounted CR2032 battery compartment with a threaded battery cap so the optic does not need to be removed from the pistol for battery changes. The ROMEO-M17 has a minimum continuous runtime of 50,000 hours at medium brightness setting, and utilizes MOTAC (Motion Activated Illumination), MAGNETAC (Magnetic Activation), and D.A.R.C (Dark Adaptive Reticles & Coatings) technologies.

ROMEO-M17 Specs:

• Objective Lens Diameter: 24mm
• Reticle: Circle dot with 2 MOA Red Dot / 32 MOA Circle
• Lens Type: Asphere
• Brightness Adjustment Settings: 15 (12 Day / 3 Night Vision)
• Water Resistance: Submersible to 20 meters
• Overall Length: 2.4 inches
• Overall Width: 0.9 inches
• Overall Height: 1.1 inches
• Mounting Footprint: SIG-LOC MHS
• Battery Type: CR2032
• Battery Location: Side
• Weight (w/o battery): 1.5 ounces