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Trijicon RCR vs Trijicon RMR Type 2

By Cole Harlan, EditorUpdated Nov 5, 2026How we verifyEditorial standards

Same maker, same 3.25 MOA dot, same RMR footprint family. The biggest cited difference is the emitter and weight: Trijicon calls the RCR a closed-emitter reflex sight at 1.95 oz with battery, and lists the RMR Type 2 Adjustable LED at 1.2 oz. Figures are from Trijicon’s product pages and RCR spec sheet, checked November 5, 2026.

At a glance

Spec (maker label)	Trijicon RCR (RCR1-C-3300001)	Trijicon RMR Type 2 Adjustable LED (RM06-C-700672)
Design (maker wording)	Ruggedized Closed Reflex; closed emitter	Red dot, Adjustable LED; the page prints no closed or open label
Reticle	3.25 MOA Dot	3.25 MOA Dot, red
Magnification	1x	1x
Sight window	0.88 x 0.64 in (22 x 16 mm)	Not yet verified on this page
Dimensions (L x W x H)	1.8 x 1.2 x 1.3 in (45 x 30 x 33 mm)	1.8 in x 1.1 in x 1 in
Weight	1.95 oz (w/ battery) / 55 g	1.2 oz. (34.02g)
Brightness settings	Manual, 10 settings (3 NV, 1 Super Bright)	Not yet verified (the battery-life line cites setting 4 of 8)
Battery	CR2032 LED; top-loaded	1 CR2032 lithium
Battery life (maker wording)	Over 6 years continuous use at setting 5 of 10 at 70°F (21°C)	Over 4 years of continuous use at 70°F (21°C), setting 4 of 8
Adjustment	1 click = 1 MOA; 150 MOA total travel	1 MOA per click
Water rating	66 ft / 20 m	Waterproof to 20 meters (66 ft.)
Housing	7075-T6 aluminum, hard coat anodized	Forged aluminum, matte black
Lens	Tempered glass	Not yet verified
Mount	RMR bolt pattern and footprint, same deck height as the RMR; capstan screws	Mount not included
Printed MSRP	Not yet verified	Not yet verified
Source (checked Nov. 5, 2026)	trijicon.com RCR1-C-3300001	trijicon.com RM06-C-700672

Like for like: the battery-life figures use different settings (setting 5 of 10 for the RCR, setting 4 of 8 for the RMR), so we do not rank them. Trijicon says extreme temperatures change battery life; see the RCR spec sheet (PDF). The housing wording differs (7075-T6 vs forged aluminum), and we do not equate the alloys beyond what each page says. Brightness and window figures are as each page prints them. For other RMR rivals see Holosun EPS vs Trijicon RMR.

Which to pick (on paper)

If you want an enclosed emitter: Trijicon describes the RCR as closed emitter. See enclosed vs open emitter.
If lowest weight and height matter: the RMR Type 2 lists 1.2 oz and 1 in; the RCR lists 1.95 oz and 1.3 in.
If you want more brightness steps: the RCR lists 10 manual settings; the RMR page prints no settings count, only a battery-life line at setting 4 of 8.
If a longer printed battery claim matters: the RCR lists over 6 years at setting 5 of 10; the RMR lists over 4 years at setting 4 of 8 (settings differ).
If your slide is cut for the RMR footprint: Trijicon states the RCR uses the RMR footprint and deck height. Check fit against the footprint chart.

We have not range-tested these; facts above are from the makers.

Not yet verified

A brightness settings count, window size and lens type on the RM06 page we read.
Printed prices for both sights.

Frequently asked questions

Which is lighter, the Trijicon RCR or the RMR Type 2?

Trijicon lists the RMR Type 2 Adjustable LED at 1.2 oz (34.02g) and the RCR at 1.95 oz with battery (55 g).

Is the RCR a closed-emitter sight?

Yes. Trijicon describes the RCR as a Ruggedized Closed Reflex sight. The RM06 page does not print a closed or open label.

Do the RCR and RMR use the same battery?

Both list a CR2032. Trijicon lists the RCR with a top-loaded battery.

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