Flir Scout III 240

• 1x thermal viewing: The native 1.00 x view keeps movement natural and makes it easier to scan terrain, tree lines, and open ground without the tunnel effect of higher magnification.
• 240x180 microbolometer sensor: The thermal core detects heat rather than visible light, helping the monocular pick out people, animals, and equipment in darkness, haze, and visually cluttered surroundings.
• Wide 24.00 ° field of view: A broad viewing angle covers more ground in a single sweep, which is useful for search, perimeter observation, and short- to mid-range spotting where fast detection matters more than fine target detail.
• Compact 340.00 g housing: The light, handheld format is easy to carry for long periods and quick to bring into action when moving between observation points.
• Weather-resistant construction: IPX-6 waterproofing and fogproof construction help the Scout III 240 stay usable in rain, spray, and changing outdoor conditions.

About the Flir Scout III Series

The Flir Scout III Series is a family of handheld thermal imaging monoculars built for users who need fast heat-signature detection in the field rather than a conventional daylight image. FLIR positioned the series for law enforcement professionals, hunters, and outdoor enthusiasts, with an emphasis on finding people, animals, and objects in conditions where normal optics become limited. Because the series reads emitted heat instead of reflected light, it remains useful in darkness, haze, and glaring light.

Within FLIR’s handheld optics range, the Scout III line is part of the company’s legacy outdoor thermal offering and includes the 240, 320, and 640 variants. The series is designed around practical observation from the hand, including use while tracking moving subjects or observing from moving vehicles. FLIR also equipped the range with selectable white-hot, black-hot, and InstAlert viewing modes, giving users different ways to separate warm targets from the background. The overall concept is straightforward: compact thermal monoculars with a wide, easy-to-use view, fast target acquisition, and a weather-tight housing suited to real outdoor use.

About the Flir Scout III 240

The Flir Scout III 240 is the entry-resolution model in the series, built around a 240x180 microbolometer and a fixed 1.00 x optical view. That combination makes it especially well suited to short- and mid-range scanning, where the priority is noticing movement or a heat source quickly rather than studying small detail at long distance. Its 24.00 ° field of view supports that role well, letting the user cover a broad area in one pass and maintain better situational awareness when searching woodland edges, fields, paths, or property boundaries.

The thermal system runs at 30.00 Hz, which helps motion appear smoother during panning and while following moving subjects. A stated 350.00 m detection range gives the monocular enough reach for general outdoor observation, while the LCD 640x480 display presents the thermal image clearly in a simple handheld format. As part of the Scout III family, the unit supports white-hot, black-hot, and InstAlert viewing modes, allowing the image presentation to be adapted to background conditions and target contrast.

In practical use, the Scout III 240 benefits from its compact 170.00 mm body and low 340.00 g weight, which make it easy to keep in a pack or carry on a belt without much burden. The Li-ion power system provides up to 5.00 h of battery life for extended observation sessions, and the IPX-6 waterproof, fogproof housing supports use in wet and variable weather. This is a straightforward thermal monocular for detection and observation, with an emphasis on portability, fast scanning, and dependable field handling.

About Flir

FLIR Systems was established in 1978 to develop infrared thermal imaging systems for airborne applications. The company was headquartered in Wilsonville, Oregon, United States, and built its reputation around thermal imaging and related sensing systems for commercial, industrial, and government use. Over time, FLIR expanded its capabilities through acquisitions including Agema in 1998, Inframetrics in 1999, and Indigo Systems in 2003, strengthening its position in infrared technology.

For products such as handheld thermal monoculars, FLIR is known for translating professional thermal imaging expertise into field-ready observation tools. Its systems detect infrared energy emitted as heat, allowing users to locate people, animals, objects, and materials independently of visible light. In 2021, Teledyne Technologies acquired FLIR, bringing the brand into a broader sensing and imaging portfolio while preserving its strong association with thermal optics.

Main Features

• Product type: Thermal monocular
• Series: Flir Scout III Series
• Magnification: 1.00 x
• Field of view: 415.00 m/1000m
• Field of view (angular): 24.00 °
• Close focus: 13.00 m
• Detection range: 350.00 m
• Thermal sensor type: Microbolometer
• Thermal sensor resolution: 240x180
• Thermal sensitivity: 50.00 mK
• NETD: 60.00 mK
• Refresh rate: 30.00 Hz
• Calibration mode: Automatic
• Display type: LCD
• Display resolution: 640x480
• Video output: Yes
• Battery type: Li-ion
• Battery life: 5.00 h
• Dimensions: 170.00 mm x 60.00 mm x 60.00 mm
• Weight: 340.00 g
• Operating temperature: -40 / 60 °C
• Waterproof rating: IPX-6
• Fogproof: Yes

Warranty

FLIR provides a 2-year warranty for the Scout III 240. This stated period covers the product as a standard manufacturer warranty term for the Scout III series.

In the Box

• Handheld thermal camera
• USB power adapter/charger
• Wrist strap
• USB cable
• Quick Start Guide
• Molle bag