Dark 30

Defiance 640 PTZ Vehicle-Mounted Thermal Camera

For predator hunters, off-roaders, ranchers, outfitters, boaters, and law enforcement…When there is zero light, fear not if you have Dark 30’s Vehicle-Mounted Thermal Camera along for the night rides.

The Dark 30 Defiance is a must-see at SHOT Show 2025. It provides a high vantage point, offering a broader and clearer view of your rig’s surroundings compared to handheld or gun-mounted scanning. Its versatile mounting options—magnets, suction cups, or direct screws—ensure compatibility with any vehicle, and all mounting hardware is included at no additional cost.

The 360-degree rotation allows you to monitor what lies ahead, plus what surrounds and trails you. Additionally, the integrated directional indicator makes it effortless to pinpoint the exact location of your targets.

Use the included wired screen for solo hunts or opt for dual viewing with the provided app for larger group endeavors. Users can adjust the panning speeds to maintain unparalleled clarity while on the move. You can employ faster speeds to pursue hogs across open fields or slower speeds to scan for elusive creatures in dense woods. The Dark 30 Defiance adapts seamlessly to your needs, ensuring precision and clarity in every scenario. Also of note, the Defiance utilizes a Lynred sensor which means you’ll always have excellent picture quality.

Users of Dark 30's Defiance 640 can easily operate the camera via remote control. Powered by readily available AAA batteries, the remote offers convenient wireless operation of the camera’s pan and tilt functions. With an easy-to-use joystick and an ergonomic magnification toggle, it enhances your ability to track moving targets and adjust the camera angle quickly. The remote control allows for precise control over the camera’s view, ensuring you never miss a critical detail during your mission.

If there's one thing Hook & Barrel learned at SHOT Show 2025, it's that the Dark 30 Defiance is built to last. It has a rugged design and it's made to withstand the “beating” of the outdoors—from being hit by tree branches while driving to the bounciness of off-roading. 

More Defiance Details

This new thermal optic integrates seamlessly into your hunting setup, featuring a low-latency, HDMI-compatible wired screen powered through your vehicle’s 12v cigarette lighter. Effortlessly control the camera via the Dark 30 app. It’s as easy as tapping to where you want the camera to go. Built to withstand the rigors of the hunt, the water-resistant Defiance offers multiple mounting options: permanent bolts, suction cups, or magnets with a 100lb pull. For an even greater advantage, optional risers are available to increase camera height, providing superior visibility and ensuring no game goes unnoticed.

Perfect for a range of practical applications, the Defiance excels in wildlife monitoring, law enforcement/border patrol thermal observation (think surveillance and fugitive recovery), solar panel inspection and hog hunting. Elevate your vision with the Dark 30 Defiance, and trust in its superior performance and clarity to meet all your surveillance and observational needs. Take it from your friends at Hook & Barrel, Dark 30 has some of the best new thermal optics on display at SHOT Show 2025!

MSRP is $6,499 and additional accessories include a 2-inch riser, base kit, remote, and 10.1-inch screen.

Defiance 640 PTZ Features At A Glance

• Variable-speed remote control
• Sleep mode
• Return to home function
• High-resolution 640x480 thermal imaging
• Infinite 360-degree panning
• Low latency HDMI compatible wired screen
• App control on the Dark 30 app
• Versatile mounting options: (Permanent bolts, suction cups or 100-pound pull magnets
• Water-resistant