NIGHT VISION MOUNTS FOR HELMETS GUIDE
Best Bang For Your Buck
Best Bang For Your Buck
Best Bang For Your Buck
Best Bang For Your Buck
Best Bang For Your Buck
NOROTOS USGI RHNO MOUNT ARM
NOROTOS TATM (LONG ARM)
NOROTOS RHNO II DOVETAIL NVG MOUNT
WILCOX L4 G24 MOUNT
WILCOX L4 G02 MOUNT
BOTTOM LINE
While the cons are significant, The RHNO still deserves a place on our list. This night vision mount is affordable and performs well. With used price points below $50, and an abundance of these sitting on the market, it would be neglectful to exclude it from our list. If you need an economical night vision mount immediately, consider the Norotos USGI RHNO Mount Arm.
Overall, the TATM is a beast. We cannot overstate how extremely lightweight these night vision head mounts are. If you have ever worn night vision optics for an entire night mission, you know every ounce on your neck feels like a pound the longer you wear it. The TATM's titanium build creates a lot of comfort for the warfighter. The only real drawback is the need for a dovetail adapter to use many modern night vision optics.
The RHNO II receives our highest recommendation for a night vision head mounting system if you are on a budget. With the dovetail system already being included, and with some second-hand units under $100, it's a no-brainer. They work and will not break the bank.
As stated previously, we believe the Wilcox L4 G24 is a fantastic night vision mounting option. The G24 mount is a no-compromise option for individuals who want to get it right on the first try. The cost is reasonable for those using mid to high-grade night vision devices and highly reliable.
Because of the price, the Wilcox L4 G24 Mount is not for everyone. If you're operating at the highest levels, you want and need the best. The cost comes second to reliability and performance. If you are using the best NVGs on the market and your mission is tip of the spear, you need the Wilcox L4 G02 mount.
PROS
The Norotos USGI RHNO Mount Arm is the most used night vision mount for helmets currently on the market. As a result of its extensive military service, finding these items used is often an easy and economical task. We've seen these items available for as low as $30 on eBay, and if you've spent any time in the military, you might already have one lying around. The ease of access and low per unit cost is by far the biggest pro to this night vision mount.
Like its predecessor, the Norotos TATM was an issued piece of equipment that was standard in the United States Army amongst infantry units for a period in the GWoT. As a result, just like the RHNO, there is a sizeable second-hand supply, but at a slightly higher price. Unlike the RHNO, however, many drawbacks are entirely removed, as the system is more modern. Favorable features on this night vision head mount include height adjustment and lightweight design.
The RHNO II Dovetail NVG mount is the United States Army's current night vision mount of choice. It is mission built to give Soldiers the ability to mount their night vision devices quickly and effectively for night operations. It features a height adjustment knob, tilt knob, and a slider to adjust the distance between the optic's eyepiece and your face. When combined, these specifications ensure that the end-user can get the perfect fit regardless of the shape of their head and face. Brand new from a dealer, these are probably the best bang-for-your-buck device on the market right now.
This is a battle-proven night vision mounting system. It comes with everything you need to mount your night vision optics quickly and effectively. The adjustability of this mount is the largest pro. You're sure to find this night vision mount for helmets, one of the most comfortable available.
This universal night vision mount includes a water-resistant power supply in the form of an on-board, front-mounted, removable battery module. With the kind of features tip of the spear operators demand, it is the best night vision mount for helmets on the market.
CONS
Although easy to access and cheap to obtain, the RHNO night vision mount for helmets is not without faults. While it is among the earliest of mo