Holosun just dropped a bombshell at SHOT Show 2026, unveiling a lineup of red dot sights that integrate infrared (IR) lasers right into the optic housing—think seamless aiming solutions for low-light ops without the bulk of stacking separate units. These aren’t your grandpa’s pistol reds; we’re talking rugged enclosures with Holosun’s signature solar failsafe, multi-reticle systems, and now co-witnessed IR lasers that activate via pressure pad or optic controls. Spotted on their booth floor, models like the presumed EPS-IR or similar hybrids promise 2MOA dots paired with Class 1/3R IR beams, optimized for night vision setups on pistols, carbines, and even micro platforms. It’s Holosun flexing their manufacturing muscle, likely leveraging the same tech from their elite LE/mil contracts to bring mil-spec fusion to the civilian market at prices that won’t require selling a kidney.
This move is a game-changer for the 2A community, especially as red dots have gone mainstream on everything from EDC Glocks to home-defense ARs. By baking in IR lasers, Holosun slashes the zeroing headaches and profile creep of traditional laser-optic combos, making NVG-compatible setups viable for the average shooter who trains at night but doesn’t run a full SOF loadout. Contextually, it’s a direct shot at competitors like Holosun’s own LS series or Aimpoint’s T2/IR hybrids, but with Shake Awake and endless battery life that screams reliability in blacked-out scenarios—perfect for rural defenders or hunters pushing legal limits on hogs after dark. Implications? Expect a surge in pistol-mounted NV training; this democratizes darkness dominance without boutique pricing, potentially pressuring big names like Trijicon or EOTech to innovate faster. For 2A folks, it’s affirmation that the market rewards ingenuity, keeping suppressors, SBRs, and optics ahead of any regulatory curveballs.
Bottom line: Holosun’s IR-integrated reds aren’t just shiny SHOT floor bait—they’re the next evolution in versatile, user-friendly optics that empower responsible armed citizens. If you’re building a low-light rig, circle back to these in 2026; they’ll redefine what’s compact for serious use. Stay tuned for hands-on reviews as distributors gear up.
