{"id":166919,"date":"2022-08-01T13:15:41","date_gmt":"2022-08-01T17:15:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/?p=166919"},"modified":"2025-10-31T06:04:20","modified_gmt":"2025-10-31T11:04:20","slug":"hunt365-irayusa-rico-mk1-384-rl42-thermal-full-review","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/hunt365-irayusa-rico-mk1-384-rl42-thermal-full-review\/","title":{"rendered":"InfiRay Outdoor Mk1 384 RL42 Thermal – Full Review"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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The Rico Mk1 384 thermal riflescope from InfiRay Outdoor features a rugged, waterproof, construction with a base 4x magnification making it ideal for long range nighttime hunting. It\u2019s driven by a 12\u03bcm sensor with a 50hz refresh rate. It features the new optimized MATRIX III image algorithm software for sharp image resolution. Paired with the dynamic AMOLED display, the Rico Mk1 produces a crisp and clear image with long-range detection.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The picatinny rail on this side lets you add on an LRF, battery, or other accessories.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

InfiRa<\/a>yOutdoor products are made overseas in China. They are imported and distributed in the U.S. by iRayUSA. Although they\u2019ve only been available in the US market for a couple years, InfiRay has been making thermal imaging products for over a decade. They also have one of the best warranties. Their scopes come standard with a 5-year warranty and 1 week turnaround time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The MK1 doesn’t make my AR feel unwieldy. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Onto everyone\u2019s next question, the price. The Mk1<\/a> 384 has an MSRP of $3,999.00. Yes, it is expensive. Most things that are good typically are, and the Mk1 is no exception. For the serious hunter or landowner looking for the ultimate advantage, an optic this expensive is worth every penny. Thermals can be used day or night, on or off the gun adding more value to the upfront costs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tech Specs<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sensor Resolution: 384×288
Sensor Pixel Size: 12\u03bcm
Refresh Rate: 50hz
NETD, mk: \u226450
Magnification: 4-16x digital zoom
Objective Lens: 42mm F1.1
FOV: 33.4\u00b0 \u00d7 29.4\u00b0
Display Resolution: 1024×768 AMOLED
Battery: 3.7V \/ 4400mAh
Max Battery Life: 6 hours
IP Protection Rating: IP67
Internal Memory Storage: 32GB
Dimensions (LxWxH): 9.84 x 2.40 x 2.28 inches
Weight without Batteries: 29.27 Oz
Detection Range: 2,000 yards
Recoil Rating: .308 WIN<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The stock offset mount is very well made, just not well designed. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Unboxing:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the box you’ll find a nice padded carrying case, mount, battery, cable, and charger. The Mk1 sports an all-aluminum housing with a rubber eyepiece and plastic objective cover. There is a focus ring for the display, and an objective focus knob on top to tune the thermal image depending on your distances. In the hand it feels extremely robust and well made. I wouldn\u2019t hesitate to use this scope in any conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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It fits well in the hand and is easy to use as a scanner.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

On the left side of the scope is a picatinny rail for rangefinders, battery packs, or other accessories. InfiRay makes a laser range finding module (ILR-1000) for the Mk1 that can range targets out to 1,000 yds. If you have a Radius, that will work here too. While most of us shoot at known distances, range estimation at night with a thermal is almost impossible. Having the rail is essential. Behind the rail sits a covered USB-C port for video output and charging.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The removable battery pack makes swapping them in the field easy.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

A quick-release removable battery is embedded and sits flush on the right side of the scope. On top are the four operating buttons and the objective focus knob. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Mk1 comes with an aluminum offset Picatinny rail mount. It\u2019s hefty and well made, but not my first choice when it comes to mounting options. The test unit I received already had an optional iRayUSA AD-RQD quick detach mount installed. I\u2019d highly recommend this one over the one provided by InfiRay. It is also quite expensive at $199<\/a>. But the mounting hardware is critical for success. A cheap mount will cause POI shift. The RQD mount holds zero even after removing and installing the scope multiple times.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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ADM RQD Mount for the Rico series. MSP is $199 but it’s worth it!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Overview<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Rico Mk1<\/a> is packed full of features if you wish to use them. I mainly stick to the recording functions but having the full gamut of options is nice. Below is a full list of features found in the Rico series:<\/p>\n\n\n\n