OPTICAL FEATURES |
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XD Lens Elements | Extra-low dispersion (XD) glass increases resolution and color fidelity, resulting in crisp, sharp images. |
XR Fully Multi-Coated | Proprietary coatings increase light transmission with multiple anti-reflective coatings on all air-to-glass surfaces. |
Second Focal Plane Reticle |
Scale of reticle maintains the same ideally-sized appearance. Listed reticle subtensions used for estimating range, holdover and wind drift correction are accurate at the highest magnification. |
CONSTRUCTION FEATURES |
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Tube Size | 1-inch diameter. |
Single-Piece Tube |
Maximizes alignment for improved accuracy and optimum visual performance, as well as ensures strength and waterproofness. |
Aircraft-Grade Aluminum | Constructed from a solid block of aircraft-grade aluminum for strength and rigidity. |
Waterproof |
O-ring seals prevent moisture, dust and debris from penetrating the riflescope for reliable performance in all environments. |
Fogproof | Argon gas purging prevents internal fogging over a wide range of temperatures. |
Shockproof | Rugged construction withstands recoil and impact. |
Hard Anodized Finish | Highly durable low-glare matte finish helps camouflage the shooter's position. |
Precision-Glide Erector System |
Uses premium components in the zoom lens mechanism to ensure smooth magnification changes under the harshest conditions. |
Capped Reset Turrets |
Allow re-indexing of the turret to zero after sighting in the riflescope. Caps provide external protection for turret. |
Side Focus |
Adjustment located on riflescope's left side and is easily accessible from shooting position. Provides optimal image focus and parallax removal. |
INTERNAL MECHANISM DESIGN FEATURES |
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Precision-Glide Erector System |
Uses premium components in the zoom lens mechanism to ensure smooth magnification changes under the harshest conditions. |
CONVENIENCE FEATURES |
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Fast Focus Eyepiece | Allows quick and easy reticle focusing. |
Magnification | 3-12 x |
Objective Lens Diameter | 42 mm |
Eye Relief | 4.0 inches |
Field of View | 28.8-8.2 feet/100 yards |
Tube Size | 1-inch |
Turret Style | Capped |
Adjustment Graduation | 1/4 MOA |
Travel per Rotation | 15 MOA |
Max Elevation Adjustment | 90 MOA |
Max Windage Adjustment | 90 MOA |
Parallax Setting | 30 yards to infinity |
Length | 12.5 inches |
Weight | 18 ounces |
Vortex Diamondback HP 3-12x42 Riflescope Dead-Hold BDC MOA Reticle
Vortex Diamondback HP (High Performance) riflescope line offers a complete set of features for demanding hunters. The Diamondback HP scope provides 4x zoom, XD low dispersion glass increases color fidelity. The XR fully multi-coated lenses allow the Diamondback HP to be used in even in low-light conditions. And the side focus/parallax adjustment is easily accessible and allowing optimal mounting height. It’s a good, simple to use yet sophisticated riflescope that comes at a reasonable price.
Dead-Hold BDC Reticle (MOA)
Customized dot design helps eliminate guesswork on holdover and windage corrections. Good for hunting/shooting at varying ranges where estimating holdover is a concern.