NightRide 360 Vehicle Mounted Thermal Camera | See in Complete Darkness
NightRide 360 Vehicle Mounted Thermal Camera
See the road — and everything around it — in total darkness. The NightRide 360 is a professional-grade vehicle mounted thermal camera engineered for hunters, farmers, first responders, and daily drivers who demand complete situational awareness, no matter the conditions.
What Is the NightRide 360?
The NightRide 360 was designed to be an efficient solution for boosting situational awareness and seeing clearly through any type of lighting and weather conditions. Unlike traditional night vision systems that rely on available light, the NightRide 360 detects heat signatures — making it equally effective in complete darkness, dense fog, heavy rain, snow, and smoke.
The NightRide 360 is a compact, simple to operate, vehicle mounted pan/tilt thermal imaging unit that can be quickly installed and will send video to your smartphone or tablet. Mount it to your roof in minutes, plug it into your cigarette lighter, and you’re ready to go.
Key Features
384×288 Uncooled Thermal Sensor The NightRide 360 Classic uses a 384×288 uncooled micro-bolometer to detect heat signatures with exceptional clarity — identifying animals, people, vehicles, and road hazards well before your headlights can reach them.
Full 360° Pan & Tilt Remote Control The NightRide 360 offers full 360° rotation via wireless remote for complete coverage of your surroundings — front, sides, and rear — without ever leaving your seat. Scan tree lines, field edges, and road shoulders with a simple press of a button.
Magnetic Rooftop Mount — No Drilling Required The NightRide 360 utilizes a rugged housing with a magnetic base that makes mounting on most hunting vehicles very simple. The unit is powered by connection of the cable to a standard cigarette lighter plug and is controlled by the included wireless remote.
IP69 Weather & Dust Resistance The system is hermetically sealed with an IP69 rating for protection against water, dust, and cold weather — built to withstand the harshest field and road conditions without missing a beat.
WiFi Streaming to Phone, Tablet or Computer Video is sent to your smartphone or tablet via a WiFi network connection from the camera. The video feed can be viewed on the NightRide mobile app or by simply entering the camera’s IP address into a browser on an iOS product.
Multiple Color Palette Options With multiple user-selectable color palettes, you can tailor the display to your preferences — choosing between white-hot, black-hot, and color modes depending on the environment and personal preference.
Available Configurations
| Model | Resolution | Lens | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| NightRide 360 Classic | 384 x 288 | 13mm | $3,400 |
| NightRide 360 Classic Telephoto | 384 x 288 | 35mm | $5,000 |
| NightRide 360 Plus | 640 x 512 | 19mm | $5,725 |
| NightRide 360 Plus Telephoto | 640 x 512 | 35mm | $6,725 |
Full Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Sensor Type | VOx Uncooled Micro-bolometer |
| Classic Resolution | 384 x 288 pixels |
| Plus Resolution | 640 x 512 pixels |
| Lens Options | 13mm / 35mm (Classic) · 19mm / 35mm (Plus) |
| Pan/Tilt | Full 360° rotation |
| Mount Type | Magnetic rooftop mount |
| Power Source | Cigarette lighter adapter |
| Control | Wireless remote |
| Connectivity | WiFi (smartphone / tablet / computer) |
| App | NightRide Mobile App (iOS & Android) |
| Weather Rating | IP69 — hermetically sealed |
| Color Palettes | Multiple user-selectable |
| Certification | ISO 9001:2015 |
| Made In | USA |
Who Uses the NightRide 360?
The NightRide 360 is ideal for animal and pedestrian detection, hunting, search and rescue, firefighting, law enforcement, security, transport and construction, and outdoor recreation. Specifically, it excels for:
- Hunters — Spot game, predators, and deer at extreme range before exiting the vehicle
- Farmers & Ranchers — Monitor livestock, fence lines, and fields across large properties at night
- First Responders — Enhance situational awareness during search and rescue or fire operations
- Daily Drivers — Detect pedestrians, cyclists, and animals on dark rural roads before headlights can
- Security Professionals — Monitor large perimeters from a stationary or mobile platform
- Armored Vehicle Operators — Maintain threat awareness in low-visibility environments
Why Choose NightRide 360 Over Ordinary Night Vision?
Traditional night vision amplifies available light — which means it fails completely in total darkness, heavy rain, or dense smoke. The NightRide 360 detects infrared heat radiation, not light. This means:
- No light required — performs identically in pitch darkness and daylight
- Sees through fog, smoke, rain, and snow that blinds standard cameras
- Detects living heat signatures — animals and people stand out clearly against cold backgrounds
- Long-range detection — spot hazards hundreds of meters ahead, giving you critical reaction time
- Vital reaction time to avoid accidents — detect road hazards far earlier than headlights allow
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the NightRide 360 mount to my vehicle? The NightRide 360 uses a powerful magnetic base that attaches directly to your vehicle roof in seconds — no drilling, no permanent modifications required. It powers through a standard cigarette lighter adapter.
What vehicles is the NightRide 360 compatible with? The NightRide 360 is compatible with virtually any vehicle with a metal roof surface and a standard 12V cigarette lighter outlet — including trucks, SUVs, UTVs, farm vehicles, and emergency response vehicles.
Does the NightRide 360 work in rain and fog? Yes. The NightRide 360 carries an IP69 rating, making it fully sealed against water, dust, and extreme cold. Its thermal sensor sees through fog, rain, and smoke that optical cameras cannot penetrate.
Can I view the NightRide 360 feed on my phone? Yes. The NightRide 360 streams live video over WiFi directly to your smartphone, tablet, or laptop via the NightRide mobile app or your device’s browser.
What is the difference between the Classic and Plus models? The Classic series uses a 384×288 sensor, while the Plus series upgrades to a 640×512 sensor for significantly higher image detail and longer identification range. Both are available in 13mm/19mm wide-angle or 35mm telephoto lens configurations.
Is NightRide an American company? Yes. NightRide Thermal Inc. is a woman-owned small business that manufactures and assembles in the United States and holds ISO 9001:2015 quality certification.
Is the NightRide 360 available through dealers? Yes. The NightRide 360 is available through a network of authorized dealers. Use the dealer locator on getnightride.com to find one near you.
In the Box
- NightRide 360 Thermal Camera Unit
- Magnetic rooftop mount base
- Cigarette lighter power cable
- Wireless remote control
- Quick-start user guide
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