The Crimson Trace CTS1000 is a compact tactical red dot sight built for shooters who need a no-fuss aiming solution on rifles and carbines. This 1x magnification optic delivers a crisp 2 MOA illuminated dot that's plenty precise for close-quarters work, hunting, and tactical applications where speed matters as much as accuracy. The closed reflex design keeps it light, tough, and weather-sealed—no lenses to fog, no complicated optics to worry about downrange.
Installation takes seconds thanks to the quick-disconnect (QD) rail mount that locks straight onto any M1913 Picatinny rail. No gunsmithing, no permanent mounting headaches. That speed and simplicity is the whole point: you can swap this sight between platforms or stow it in a pack without losing zero. The aircraft-grade aluminum body shrugs off recoil, dust, impact, and fog, making it at home whether you're running tactical drills, hunting hogs in wet country, or training at the range.
Power management is straightforward—one CR2032 battery runs the illumination for up to nine years. The sight offers 10 brightness settings, so you can dial the dot for whatever light you're shooting in, from bright sun to low-light hunting. Windage and elevation adjust in 1 MOA clicks with over 100 MOA of total range, giving you room to dial for distance or drift without compromise.
| Magnification | 1x |
| Dot Size | 2 MOA |
| Mounting System | Quick-Disconnect (QD) M1913 Picatinny |
| Battery Type | CR2032 |
| Battery Life | Up to 9 years |
| Illumination Settings | 10 |
| Adjustment Range | >100 MOA |
| Adjustment Graduation | 1 MOA |
| Material | Aircraft-Grade Anodized Aluminum |
| Height | 2.5 inches |
| Length | 2.7 inches |
| Width | 2.1 inches |
| Weight | 5.9 oz |
| Operating Temperature | -10°C to +50°C |
| Finish | Black |
Yes, as long as your rifle or carbine has an M1913 Picatinny rail. The quick-disconnect mount attaches to any standard Picatinny section in seconds—no permanent modifications needed.
The CTS1000 runs on a single CR2032 battery. Battery life is up to nine years under normal use, and a single battery powers all 10 illumination settings.
Yes. The sight offers over 100 MOA of total adjustment range with 1 MOA click increments in both windage and elevation, giving you flexibility to dial for distance and wind correction.
The closed reflex design and aircraft-grade aluminum body resist fog, dust, impact, and heavy recoil. There are no exposed lenses or delicate optics to compromise durability in field conditions.
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