EOTECH HWS 512™
EOTECH HWS 512™
EOTECH HWS 512™
EOTECH HWS 512™
EOTECH HWS 512™
EOTECH HWS 512™
EOTECH HWS 512™
EOTECH HWS 512™
EOTECH HWS 512™

Product Highlights

Night Vision icon
Non-Night Vision

Night Vision

Button Placement icon
Back Buttons

Button Placement

Rail Attachment icon
Cross-Bolt

Rail Attachment

L × W × H icon
5.6 × 2.0 × 2.5

L × W × H

Weight icon
142.2 × 50.8 × 63.5

Weight

Power icon
Two AA Batteries

Power
EOTECH Logo Horizontal Copper on white background

 

HWS 512™

344 total reviews

Perfect for anyone who wants fast target acquisition, reliability, and durability.

$569.00

Color
Color: Black
Reticle Options
Reticle Options: 1-Dot Speed Ring

512.A65

10-Year Warranty

10-Year Warranty

HWS Awarded Close Combat Optic for USSOCOM

HWS Awarded Close Combat Optic for USSOCOM

Made in the USA

Made in the USA

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Product Highlights

Night Vision icon
Non-Night Vision

Night Vision

Button Placement icon
Back Buttons

Button Placement

Rail Attachment icon
Cross-Bolt

Rail Attachment

L × W × H icon
5.6 × 2.0 × 2.5

L × W × H

Weight icon
142.2 × 50.8 × 63.5

Weight

Power icon
Two AA Batteries

Power

MORE ABOUT THE

HWS 512™

Overview

Perfect for shooters who demand fast target acquisition, rock-solid reliability, and rugged durability. Powered by easy-to-find AA batteries, the Model 512™ is the most popular HWS® in the lineup—ideal for those who don’t require night-vision compatibility but want uncompromising performance in any environment.

Tech Specs

L × W × H

5.6" x 2.0" x 2.5" (142.2 x 50.8 x 63.5 mm)

Weight

11.5oz (326 g)

Mount

1" Weaver or MIL-STD-1913 rail

Windage & Elevation Adjustment

0.5 MOA per click

Night Vision Compatibility

No

Brightness

20 daylight settings

Power Source

2 x 1.5 V AA batteries - Supports lithium, alkaline or rechargable

Country of Origin

Made in USA

Performance

Water Resistant

10 ft. (3 m) depth


Battery Life

Lithium: 2,500 continuous hours at nominal setting 12 at room temperature
Alkaline: 2,200 continuous hours at nominal setting 12 at room temperature

Operating Temperate

-40°F to 140°F (-40°C to 60°C)

Included in the Box

  • Optic

  • (2) AA Batteries

  • Warranty Card

  • Quick Start Guide

FASTER. SMARTER. HOLOGRAPHIC.

EOTECH HWS® optics use advanced holography—not LED projection—to deliver a faster, clearer, and more accurate sight picture. Designed for speed, precision, and situational awareness that standard red dots can’t match.

RETICLE

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0-RETICLE

The 68 MOA speed ring with a 1 MOA dot enables fast target acquisition and provides three aiming points, calibrated for .223 Cal. 62 Gr., 2,900 Vel. Other calibers can be used by determining the ranges. With shotguns, the ring approximates shot patterns, which vary based on choke and shell type.

HWS® holographic optics let you view the reticle and target simultaneously for quicker, more intuitive target acquisition.

 

The HWS® continues to perform with precision even when the window is damaged or obscured, proving its reliability in the most demanding environments.

 

By projecting a holographic reticle at 200m, the HWS® minimizes parallax—making it the Close Combat Optic of choice for USSOCOM.

 

Built in the USA. Trusted worldwide. Every HWS® is crafted by American hands with precision and pride.

 

Complete your kit

Pair your 512™ with a Magnifier

4.9
Black EOTECH G33 Magnifier white background

G33™ Magnifier

From $559.00
Magnification icon
3x

Magnification

Design *Mount is Optional icon
Switch-to-Side

Design *Mount is Optional

Compatibility icon
All HWS Models

Compatibility

L × W × H icon
4 × 2.3 × 3.3

L × W × H

Weight icon
10.6 oz

Weight

Rail Attachment icon
Quick Detach

Rail Attachment

4.9
Black EOTECH G43 magnifier side view on a white background

G43™ Magnifier

From $585.00
Magnification icon
3x

Magnification

Design *Mount is Optional icon
Switch-to-Side

Design *Mount is Optional

Compatibility icon
All HWS Models

Compatibility

L × W × H icon
3.1 × 2.3 × 3.3

L × W × H

Weight icon
11.3 oz

Weight

Rail Attachment icon
Quick Detach

Rail Attachment

5.0
EOTECH G45 magnifier black on white background

G45™ Magnifier

From $635.00
Magnification icon
5x

Magnification

Design *Mount is Optional icon
Switch-to-Side

Design *Mount is Optional

Compatibility icon
All HWS Models

Compatibility

L × W × H icon
3.1 × 2.3 × 3.3

L × W × H

Weight icon
11.3 oz

Weight

Rail Attachment icon
Quick Detach

Rail Attachment

4.9
EOTECH Spudz® Microfiber Cleaning Cloth

Spudz® Microfiber Cleaning Cloth

$8.00
4.9
Black mug with a HWS outline design on a white background

Thermochromic Mug

$18.00

Restrictions & Considerations

Return Policy

Please note that ALL SALES OF SIGHTS ARE FINAL. No returns or exchanges on sights will be accepted. If purchased item arrives damaged or defective, please contact EOTECH Technical Support to obtain a RMA number.

Export Restrictions

Export of this product is strictly controlled and enforced by the U.S. Department of Commerce, Bureau of Industry and Security, as prescribed in the Export Administration Regulation (EAR), Title 15, Code of Federal Regulations, Parts 730-774. EOTECH, LLC does not authorize any of its dealers or distributors to export this commodity without prior, written authorization, and will not provide warranty or post-sales support of unauthorized international exports.

Prop 65 Warning

This product can expose you to chemicals including (Epichlorohydrin, Phenyl, Hydrazine or Cumene) which are known to the State of California to cause cancer, and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.p65warnings.ca.gov.

Overall rating: 4.976744 / 5 from 344 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

The HWS 512™ is highly regarded for its exceptional target acquisition, reliability, and durability. Customers praise its large sight picture, quick target acquisition, and wide field of view. The product's high-quality construction and outstanding optic are also frequently highlighted. Additionally, the great customer service and crisp, clear reticle contribute to its positive reputation.

Summary topics

  • HWS Performance: 6%
  • Tactical Choice: 3%
  • Target Acquisition Speed: 6%
  • Glass Quality: 4%
  • Customer Service: 5%

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Review highlights

  • "The large window and crisp reticle allow for fast target acquisition and a nice field of view." — James
  • "Great quality optic with robust construction and design." — James H.
  • "Exceptional quality and great field of view." — Douglas

Reviews

EOTECH 512

"Legendary optic at an affordable price. Two batteries are included and fires right up out of the box. No nicks or dings and it looks great on any kind of rifle or shotgun."

— Derek B. (5/5)

Solid Optic

"Exactly what I wanted. Nice quality optic."

— Owen K. (5/5)

great service! great product!

"great service! great product!"

— Neil P. (5/5)

Great

"Only have one range day with the optic but I am very happy with the quality, clarity, and accuracy. It gets a bit tall on my PSA AK with a sidemount rail going to fix with a taller cheek rest. Not going to mark the optic down because of my setup. Mounted on a flat top AR upper the optic sits much lower and i can get a good cheek weld."

— Brian A. (5/5)

I’m very happy with my

"I’m very happy with my sight. 👍"

— Gary S. (5/5)

Eotech for the WIN!!!

"Eotech has been a fan favorite for me!! I have 4 of them on rifles and PDW. Love the holographic donut with dot. Currently run 2 of the HWS 512s. The availability of double A batteries keeps me coming back. Got compliments on how well the SP5 shot with the Eotech on it!!! Will definitely purchase more EOTECHs in the future and always recommend the optics to everyone who will listen!"

— Daniel E. (5/5)

Eotech 512 HWS

"The EOTech 512 is an excellent holographic sight that delivers both quality and reliability. Built with a rugged design, it holds up well under various conditions, making it a dependable choice for shooters who need durability. The reticle is crisp and easy to acquire, enhancing target acquisition speed."

— DRAKE M. (5/5)

T. Ross

"The sight is well made as I expected it would be compared to my first sight from Eotech. It has a good field of view and is adaptable to a magnifier."

— Tim R. (5/5)

Great optic and very easy to use

"Fantastic product, have been able to hit center mass in tight groups from 100 yards with no magnification. Highly recommend to anyone to get this over red dots."

— James B. (5/5)

Great Sight, Reliable and user friendly

"Great sight! Although the 512 is a little more bulky than others, I prefer it due to the sight being powered by AA batteries which are always readily available."

— Hunter F. (5/5)

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