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HWS 552™

Overview

The Model 552™ is the most popular night vision-compatible holographic weapon sight available. Powered by globally available AA batteries, it’s a favorite among professionals and enthusiasts alike. The versatile mount fits both 1" Weaver and MIL-STD-1913 rails and comes equipped with a hex cross bolt and thumbscrew for secure, reliable installation.

Tech Specs

L × W × H

5.6" x 2" x 2.5" (142.2 x 55.9 x 63.5 mm)

Weight

11.5 oz (326 g)

Mount

1" Weaver or MIL-STD-1913 rail

Windage & Elevation Adjustment

0.5 MOA per click

Brightness

20 daylight settings
10 additional settings for Gen I through III+ night vision devices

Power Source

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

Country of Origin

Made in USA

Performance

Water Resistant

33 ft. (10 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.

RETICLES

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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.

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XR308

The XR308 reticle is specifically designed for the military M240 machine gun. It’s calibrated for .308 Cal., 150 Gr. M59 FMJ rounds at approximately 2,800 fps from a 24.8” barrel.

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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.

 

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: 4.943396 / 5 from 53 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

The HWS 552™ is highly praised for its crisp reticle, durable sight, and excellent optic. Customers appreciate its quick target acquisition and long battery life, making it a top choice for night vision compatibility.

Summary topics

  • Reticle Quality: 10%
  • Sight Setup: 16%
  • Target Acquisition Speed: 10%
  • Optical Quality: 38%

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Review highlights

  • "Fantastic product as always; reticle is crisp and makes for easy target acquisition and engagement."Xsv1911
  • "The 552 is better in every way, better field of view, nicer reticle and superior glass."William
  • "Super crisp reticle and no bleeding of the reticle, unlike many of the competition."David P.

Reviews

The best products in their class

"Great optic. Great pricing. Pleasant customer service. Thank you."

Charles R. (5/5)

I think the EOTech holographic

"I think the EOTech holographic size systems is one of the best in the world. I own several of them and will continue to own them. I was a little sad that I couldn’t get my old one back even though it could not be repaired, I had that one for over 20 years."

TIM P. (5/5)

Purchased a replacement for my

"Purchased a replacement for my 17 year old 552 with a 50% off price! It was a great system and am looking forward to using it in the future!"

John S. (5/5)

GWOT Classic

"I bought this optic because I’m familiar with it and used it in Iraq on my deployment back in the day. Solid, durable and I like the double AA battery compartment look. Classic GWOT vibes."

Luke R. (5/5)

Replacement Optics

"This was a replacement for my optics from 2005. Guess they didn’t make my model anymore… Recommend EOTECH to anyone."

Robert J. (5/5)

I have been a devote

"I have been a devote purchaser of eotech optics, this will keep me continuing to invest in eotech for optics. I love all their optics and hope to add a pistol red dot in the future."

Jonathan B. (5/5)

excellent optic

"Excellent optic. Allows for a wide field of view to target."

Doug B. (5/5)

Great product

"Great product arrived fast"

Ameer M. (5/5)

Good sight

"Shipped quick, great packaging, good looking optic and works as it should."

Brian M. (5/5)

Fast service great price. Works

"Fast service great price. Works great easy to install. Thank you just what I ordered."

Jerry W. (5/5)

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