At the 2025 SIG SAUER SHOT Show Range Day, SIG unveiled a revolutionary pair of optics and rangefinding technology: the MGO (Machine Gun Optic) and WARP (Weapon Attached Ranging Platform).
Still in prototype form, these systems promise to change the way machine gunners engage long-range targets. Having had the chance to test out the system myself, I was able to get a glimpse at just how well it can perform in real-world conditions.
The MGO: A Dual-Reticle Red Dot for Precision
The MGO is designed for machine gun use, but its technology has broader potential. This unique optic features dual reticles. One reticle is used to aim the laser, while the other is an adjustable, disturbed reticle that communicates with the WARP system to provide an immediate ballistic solution.
Atmospheric conditions like temperature, pressure, and humidity are taken into account, eliminating the need for shooters to manually adjust for these factors.
What’s impressive is how this optic takes all that data and delivers a precise solution directly to the red dot. When shooting at extreme distances, like the 1500+ yards 338 Norma Mag is designed to handle, the MGO ensures you aren’t holding over or guessing your shot.
You simply get the solution, the dot shows you where to aim, then you fire. This is critical when every second counts.
The WARP: Full Ballistic Calculations at Your Fingertips
The WARP rangefinder is where the magic happens. Built to integrate seamlessly with the MGO, it incorporates Applied Ballistics Elite software. This allows shooters to calculate everything from ballistic coefficients to wind correction, though they still need to enter wind manually.
When I tested the system, I ranged the furthest mountain at roughly 3,000 yards. Utilizing a 1650 SWIR laser, the WARP system provided a quick, accurate solution, showing its potential for both machine guns and precision rifles.
Using Bluetooth or a wired connection, the WARP and MGO communicate in real-time, ensuring the right ballistic solution for any range you’re working with.
Testing the System: SIG SAUER MMG and Real-World Results
During the demo time, I had the chance to shoot the formidable SIG SAUER MMG chambered in .338 Norma Mag. The MGO provided a fantastic window to see through, offering a clear, crisp image even at longer distances.
The pairing of the MGO with the MMG made long-range shooting feel more intuitive. The MGO’s real-time adjustments meant I wouldn’t have to waste time recalculating or making mental notes about atmospheric conditions.
I didn’t get the chance to shoot past 100 yards to truly test the accuracy of the system. However, I could see firsthand how the system could drastically improve a shooter’s accuracy and efficiency.
Commercial Availability and Future Prospects
SIG currently limits the MGO to military applications, but plans to roll out the WARP for commercial use down the road. This opens up the potential for civilian and law enforcement users to benefit from the same technology that makes precision long-range shooting easier and more accurate.
SIG also hinted at designing a more affordable model of their rangefinding ballistic calculator down the road. Currently, the WARP is estimated to hit the market in about 6 months.
SIG’s compatibility with the BDX app adds even more flexibility for shooters, and it’s likely we’ll see these technologies applied to everything from hunting rifles to thermal optics. There’s a clear demand for such cutting-edge tech, and it’s exciting to think about how it will evolve.
Conclusion: A Glimpse Into the Future of Optics and Rangefinding
The SIG MGO and WARP system provide a peek into the future of optics and ballistic technology. While still in the prototype phase, the capabilities of these systems—especially the precision and long-range accuracy they enable—are hard to ignore.
Whether you’re in the military or a long-range shooting enthusiast, the ability to get accurate ballistic solutions instantly is a game changer. With further development, this technology may soon be available for everyone looking to take their shooting to the next level.
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Typical European company, it’s an optic accessory not a full auto weapon. We need the gov’t to buy and support American weapons mfg only once again as it was originally set up for many reasons. Clinton and Obama wiped out our small weapons American contracts by American founded mfg for the military with the goal of putting them out of business.
no foreign company should be building or supplying weapons to our military period!!!
gotta say it must be nice to be paid for playing around with cool shit like this!