Pulsar Talion XG35 comprehensive review
The Pulsar Talion XG35 is the top model in Pulsar’s compact, value-focused Talion line. It runs a 640×480 microbolometer with a 12-micron pixel pitch, which gives it more detail and reach than the smaller-sensor Talions. Magnification runs 2-16x through an F35/1.0 germanium lens, and detection reaches 1,750 m. That combination suits medium-range hunting on mixed ground.
The compact form is the point. The Talion XG35 is light enough to sit on a lightweight rifle or an AR-style setup, yet it keeps the features Pulsar is known for. A 1024×768 AMOLED HD display shows a crisp image. The 50 Hz frame rate keeps the game smooth. You get 10 reticles in 9 colors, picture-in-picture, multiple palettes, and onboard recording.
The Talion XG35 has no built-in laser rangefinder, but it still runs internal ballistic calculations when you input the distance manually. It is recoil rated to .375 H&H and 12 gauge, carries an IPX7 waterproof rating, and runs up to around 9 hours on the removable APS 5T battery. For a hunter who wants 640 resolution in a small, keenly priced package, this model is the Talion to pick.
Key features and specifications
| Technical specification | Field performance value |
|---|---|
| Sensor resolution | 640×480 (most detail in the Talion line) |
| Pixel pitch | 12 microns |
| Sensor NETD (thermal sensitivity) | Below 40 mK |
| Objective lens | F35 / 1.0 |
| Magnification | 2-16x (plus 8x digital zoom) |
| Detection range | Up to 1,750 m |
| Laser rangefinder | None (manual ballistic input) |
| Display | 1024×768 AMOLED HD |
| Frame rate | 50 Hz |
| Battery (APS5T) | Up to ~9 hours, removable |
| Recoil / protection | .375 H&H, 12 ga, IPX7 waterproof |
Real-world hunting scenarios and use cases
On a lightweight rifle for fox and boar across fields and woodland edges, the Talion XG35 is easy to carry and quick to bring up. Its 640 sensor picks out a fox at a few hundred metres with enough detail to identify it, and the wide 2x base view helps you find game fast before zooming in. For a hunter who wants a compact 640 scope without paying flagship money, it is a smart choice.
Is the Talion XG35 good for beginners?
Yes. It offers 640 resolution and Pulsar’s core features in a simple, compact, affordable scope, which makes it a strong first dedicated thermal riflescope. You lose the built-in rangefinder found on the Thermion 2 LRF and Trail 3 LRF, but you keep manual ballistic input and true 640 image quality.
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