UANVB-R | The Lightest, Toughest Bino in the Market w/ Gen 3 WP.

• The Nocturn Katana-R is a very light and tough night vision binocular built for people who need to see in the dark without being weighed down. Made from the same strong aluminum used in airplanes, the UANVB-R Katana Ruggedized gives you a clear view when you need it most. It's the gear you can trust when failure is not an option.
• Lighter Than a Football (Under 16.23 oz): Weighing less than a pound, the Katana-R is the lightest night vision binocular on the market. This means less strain on your neck, so you can wear it for hours and stay focused on your mission without getting tired. When every second counts, you won't be slowed down by heavy gear.
• Survives a 6-Foot Drop Onto Concrete: The Katana-R's housing is made from tough, aerospace-grade 7075-T6 aluminum. It is built to exceed military standards and has been tested to survive a 6-foot drop onto concrete. The unit is also fully waterproof and dustproof (exceeding IP68 standards), so you can trust it to work in the harshest conditions.
• See in Crisp Detail with White Phosphor: This device uses modern Gen 3 white phosphor tubes from top brands like L3 and Elbit. Instead of a green glow, you get a sharp, black-and-white image that looks more natural and is easier on your eyes. This helps you see more detail in the dark, making it easier to spot what you're looking for.

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What are some common accessories to add to the Nocturn Industries UANVB-R?

Helmet Platforms for the UANVB-R

• Ops Core FAST SF Gen II: *A high-cut ballistic helmet providing a stable, secure foundation for mounting the UANVB-R, optimized for system integration.
• Galvion Caiman TL: *An ultralight helmet system designed to reduce operator fatigue, complementing the lightweight design of the UANVB-R for extended operations.
• Team Wendy Exfil TL: *A tactical helmet featuring a comfortable CAM FIT™ retention system that ensures a secure and stable platform for the UANVB-R during dynamic movement.

Mounting Solutions for the UANVB-R

• Wilcox G24 Mount: *The industry-standard dovetail mount, providing a secure, wobble-free interface between the helmet shroud and the UANVB-R, featuring a breakaway function for operator safety.

System Balancing & Power for the UANVB-R

• Ops Core Counterweight: *A modular weight system used to balance the helmet, offsetting the forward weight of the UANVB-R to reduce neck strain and improve operator comfort.
• Team Wendy Counterweight: *A customizable counterweight kit that integrates seamlessly with the helmet, providing optimal balance and stability for the UANVB-R system.
• Nocturn Industries Bat Pack: *A dedicated lightweight battery pack designed to power the UANVB-R, offering extended runtime and serving as an effective counterweight.

Target Designation & Illumination with the UANVB-R

• B.E Meyers MAWL C+: *An advanced IR/Visible laser aiming module that pairs with the UANVB-R, providing the operator with a complete night fighting solution for effective target engagement.

Nocturn Industries Katana R Features & Specifications

The UANVB-R Katana-R is the definitive solution for operators who need elite night vision performance without the burden of excess weight. Its core value comes from being the lightest ruggedized binocular on the market, built from aerospace-grade 7075-T6 aluminum. This solves the critical problem of neck fatigue during long missions, allowing you to stay focused and effective for hours. While ultralight, it makes no compromises on strength, exceeding military drop-test and waterproof standards to ensure it won’t fail in the toughest conditions. The Katana-R is the essential tool for professionals who demand mobility, endurance, and absolute reliability.

Key Features

• Articulating Pods with Auto Shut-Off: Each optical pod can be independently flipped up, automatically powering it off to save battery and allow for use as a monocular.
• Dual Power System: Runs for over 26 hours on a single onboard CR123A battery. For extended missions, an external battery pack can be connected to the integrated LEMO port for over 100 hours of runtime.
• Tool-Free Adjustments: Features Friction Lock Interpupillary (IPD) stops that can be set without tools, so you can set your preferred eye spacing once and not worry about it again. Pod articulation tension is also user-adjustable.
• Onboard Low Battery Indicator: An indicator light in the optics provides a clear warning when battery power is running low.
• Exceeds Military Standards: The housing is fully sealed to be waterproof and dustproof, exceeding IP68 standards, and is built to withstand impacts beyond MIL-STD-810H specifications.
• Lifetime Warranty: The housing is backed by a lifetime repair or replacement warranty from the manufacturer.

Specifications

• Housing Material: CNC machined 7075-T6 and 6061-T6 aerospace-grade aluminum and Grade 4 Titanium.
• Housing Weight: 5.50 oz / 156 g.
• Device Weight (Standard Optics): 20.67 oz / 586 g.
• Device Weight (Lightweight Optics): 16.23 oz / 460 g.
• Finish: Mil-Standard Type III hard-anodize (Black) or H-Series Cerakote (Coyote Brown, OD Green).
• Onboard Power: (1) CR123A Battery.
• Battery Life: 26+ hours.
• External Power Port: LEMO 00B 2-pin.
• Image Intensifier Tube Type: Compatible with 18mm MX-10160 or MX-11769 style tubes.
• Durability Rating: Exceeds IP68 and MIL-STD-810H standards.
• Available Colors: Black, Coyote Brown, OD Green.

What's in the box of the Nocturn Industries Katana Ruggedized?

• (1) Katana-R Night Vision Goggle
• (4) Protective Lens Caps
• (1) Hard Carrying and Storage Case
• (1) Warranty Card
• (1) Quality Control Report
• (1) Set of Specification Sheets

Katana Ruggedized FAQs

Why is the Katana-R being so lightweight a big deal? 

The Katana-R is the lightest binocular on the market, weighing under 16.23 oz with certain optics. When you wear night vision on a helmet for a long time, heavy units can cause neck pain and make you tired. Because the Katana-R is so light, you can wear it comfortably for hours, helping you stay focused on your mission.

Is the Katana-R tough enough for hard use?

 Yes. It’s built from the same kind of strong 7075-T6 aluminum used in airplanes. It is designed to be waterproof and has been tested to survive drops from 6 feet onto concrete, exceeding military standards. You can rely on it to work in the toughest conditions.

What do the flipping-up sides (pods) do?

 Each side of the goggle can be flipped up and out of the way. When you flip one pod up, it automatically turns off to save power. This is useful if you need to quickly use one eye to see normally or look through a weapon sight without taking your goggles off.

Can I get the Katana-R in different colors or with special lenses? 

Yes. Besides black, other housing colors like Coyote Brown and OD Green are available through a special request. We can also build your unit with different high-performance lenses, like the ultralight RPO 4.0 optics. Please contact us to request a quote for these custom options.

What does it mean when you say Atomic Defense "collimates" the goggles? 

Collimation is a very important step where we use special lab equipment, a Hoffman ANV-126A test set, to make sure both tubes in your night vision are perfectly straight and aligned with each other. For you, this means the image you see will be clear, merged correctly, and won't cause eye strain or headaches, even after using it for a long time. Every unit we sell comes with a full test report to show it was done right.

Where can I find the Nocturn Katana R for sale?

You can find the Nocturn Katana R for sale right here at Atomic Defense. As an authorized and trusted dealer of Nocturn Industries products, we are committed to providing customers with reliable support and access to top-quality equipment. When you purchase from us, you get the benefit of our dedicated customer support team, whose expertise ensures a smooth and informed buying experience. Every unit is assembled, collimated, and purged in-house using state-of-the-art equipment like the Hoffman ANV-126A, and each device is accompanied by a full test report to guarantee quality and performance.