Scopes & Red Dots
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Compare lower-power hunting scopes and LPVOs for timber, field edges and mixed-distance observations. These choices start at 4.5x or lower and top out at 20x or below; dedicated high-power and rimfire configurations are not mixed into this page.
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For quick observations in cover, compare the view at the scope’s lowest magnification. A larger objective generally means a larger optic; check how the selected scope fits your rifle and carry setup.
The Vortex Diamondback, Crossfire and Viper lines and Leupold VX lines offer several familiar hunting configurations. Tactical-style scopes and higher-end Leupold Mark models are alternatives, not automatic upgrades for every whitetail hunter. Compare handling, reticle simplicity and physical size.
1–4x24 · Second Focal Plane · Dual Illuminated BDC
A low-power variable option for switching between a wide view and magnified detail. Compare the exact reticle, focal plane and mounting requirements.
EZshoot 1-4x24 LPVO Rifle Scope, Second Focal Plane with Dual Illuminated BDC Reticle
Model: APK90261100
$83.59
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1–6x24
A low-power variable option for switching between a wide view and magnified detail. Compare the exact reticle, focal plane and mounting requirements.
CVLIFE EagleFeather 1-6x24 LPVO Rifle Scope with 30mm Cantilever Mount - BDC
Model: APK90011100
$109.99
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1–8x24 · Red/Green Illuminated BDC
A 1-8x24 low-power variable with a red/green illuminated BDC reticle. Compare the exact reticle, focal plane and mounting requirements. Price checked Nov 10, 2026.
EZshoot LPVO Rifle Scope, Red/Green Illuminated BDC Reticle, 1-8x24
Model: APK90121100
Price checked Nov 10, 2026.
$119.99
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3–9x40 · Second Focal Plane · Non-Illuminated V-Plex
Compare magnification, eye relief and carry size for your hunting setup. Check that this exact configuration suits your rifle, rings and preferred reticle.
Vortex Crossfire II 3-9x40mm Rifle Scope, 1in Tube, Second Focal Plane, Black, Hard Anodized, Non-Illuminated V-Plex Reticle, MOA Adjustment, 12.2in, 14.8oz, CF2-31005
Model: CF231005
4–16x50
Compare magnification, eye relief and carry size for your hunting setup. Check that this exact configuration suits your rifle, rings and preferred reticle.
CVLIFE EagleFeather Illuminated Holographic Hunting Rifle Scope - Green
Model: AAR00061100
3–9x40 · Second Focal Plane · Dead-Hold BDC MOA
Compare magnification, eye relief and carry size for your hunting setup. Check that this exact configuration suits your rifle, rings and preferred reticle.
"Vortex Crossfire HD 3-9x40 mm 1 in Tube Rifle Scope, Second Focal Plane, Dead-Hold BDC MOA, Black, 12.5, 16.2oz, CFR-3901"
Model: CFR3901
$179.00
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5–25x56 · First Focal Plane · Zero Stop
A 5-25x56 first-focal-plane scope with zero stop and side parallax. Sold at EZshoot. Price checked Nov 10, 2026.
EZshoot 5-25x56 First Focal Plane Rifle Scope with Zero Stop, Parallax Adjustment
Model: APK01161100
Price checked Nov 10, 2026.
$208.99
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4–12x40 · Second Focal Plane · Non-Illuminated Dead-Hold BDC
Compare magnification, eye relief and carry size for your hunting setup. Check that this exact configuration suits your rifle, rings and preferred reticle.
Vortex Diamondback 4-12x40mm Rifle Scope, 1 in Tube, Second Focal Plane, Black, Hard Anodized, Non-Illuminated Dead-Hold BDC Reticle, MOA Adjustment, 12in, 14.2oz, DBK-04-BDC
Model: DBK04BDC
$234.49
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3–12x42 · SC Plex
Compare magnification, eye relief and carry size for your hunting setup. Check that this exact configuration suits your rifle, rings and preferred reticle.
Burris Fullfield 3-12x42mm 1in Tube SC Plex Riflescope, Black, 201531
Model: 201531
$259.99
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1–6x24 · Second Focal Plane · Illuminated BDC6
A low-power variable option for switching between a wide view and magnified detail. Compare the exact reticle, focal plane and mounting requirements.
SIG SAUER Tango MSR LPVO Rifle Scope, 1-6x24mm, 30mm Tube, Second Focal Plane, Illuminated BDC6 Reticle, Black, SOT61000
Model: SOT61000
$262.99
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4–16x44 · First Focal Plane · VHR
Compare magnification, eye relief and carry size for your hunting setup. Check that this exact configuration suits your rifle, rings and preferred reticle.
Arken Optics 4-16X44 30mm Tube First Focal Plane Rifle Scope, MRAD, VHR, EPL4-4161VHR
Model: EPL44161VHR
4–16x44 · First Focal Plane · Non-Illuminated EBR-2C MOA
Compare magnification, eye relief and carry size for your hunting setup. Check that this exact configuration suits your rifle, rings and preferred reticle.
Vortex Diamondback Tactical FFP 4-16x44mm Rifle Scope, 30mm Tube, First Focal Plane, Black, Hard Anodized, Non-Illuminated EBR-2C MOA Reticle, MOA Adjustment, 14.1in, 23.1oz, DBK-10026
Model: DBK10026
$319.49
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1–8x24 · Second Focal Plane · Red AR-BDC3
A low-power variable option for switching between a wide view and magnified detail. Compare the exact reticle, focal plane and mounting requirements.
Vortex Strike Eagle 1-8x24mm Rifle Scope, 30mm Tube, Second Focal Plane, Black, Matte Anodized, Red AR-BDC3 Reticle, MOA Adjustment, 10in, 17.4oz, SE-1824-2
Model: SE18242
$349.49
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1–6x24 · Second Focal Plane · ACSS Nova Fiber Wire
A low-power variable option for switching between a wide view and magnified detail. Compare the exact reticle, focal plane and mounting requirements.
Primary Arms SLx 1-6x24mm Rifle Scope, 30mm Tube, Second Focal Plane, ACSS Nova Fiber Wire Reticle, Black, 610183
Model: 610183
$349.99
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3–15x44 · First Focal Plane · EBR-7C MRAD
Compare magnification, eye relief and carry size for your hunting setup. Check that this exact configuration suits your rifle, rings and preferred reticle.
Vortex Venom 3-15x44 FFP EBR-7C MRAD Riflescope, 34mm Tube, Black, 17.5x 4.5x 4.0, 13.3in, 28.8oz, VEN-31502
Model: VEN31502
$374.49
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3–9x40 · Second Focal Plane · Non-Illuminated Duplex
Compare magnification, eye relief and carry size for your hunting setup. Check that this exact configuration suits your rifle, rings and preferred reticle.
Leupold VX-Freedom 3-9x40mm Rifle Scope, 1 in Tube, Second Focal Plane, Black, Matte, Non-Illuminated Duplex Reticle, MOA Adjustment, 174182
Model: 174182
$399.99
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3–12x40 · Second Focal Plane · CSHR-W
Compare magnification, eye relief and carry size for your hunting setup. Check that this exact configuration suits your rifle, rings and preferred reticle.
Maven CRS.1 3-12x40 SFP CSHR-W
Model: B0FNSX6355
$425.00
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3–15x44 · Second Focal Plane · VMR-3 MRAD
Compare magnification, eye relief and carry size for your hunting setup. Check that this exact configuration suits your rifle, rings and preferred reticle.
Vortex Viper HD 3-15x44 Rifle Scope, 30mm Tube, Second Focal Plane, VMR-3 MRAD Reticle, Black, 13.2in, 22.5oz, VPR-31503
Model: VPR31503
3.5–10x40 · Second Focal Plane · Non-Illuminated Duplex
Compare magnification, eye relief and carry size for your hunting setup. Check that this exact configuration suits your rifle, rings and preferred reticle.
Leupold VX-3HD 3.5-10x40mm Rifle Scope, 1 in Tube, Second Focal Plane, Black, Matte, Non-Illuminated Duplex Reticle, MOA Adjustment, 180617
Model: 180617
$599.99
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3–9x40 · Second Focal Plane · Red Standard Duplex Crosshair
Compare magnification, eye relief and carry size for your hunting setup. Check that this exact configuration suits your rifle, rings and preferred reticle.
Trijicon Credo CR940 3-9x40mm Rifle Scope, 1 in Tube, Second Focal Plane, Black, Red Standard Duplex Crosshair Reticle, MOA Adjustment, 2900043
Model: CR940C2900043
$625.99
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2–10x32 · First Focal Plane · Red EBR-4 MOA
Compare magnification, eye relief and carry size for your hunting setup. Check that this exact configuration suits your rifle, rings and preferred reticle.
Vortex Viper PST Gen II 2-10x32mm Rifle Scope, 30mm Tube, First Focal Plane, Black, Hard Anodized, Red EBR-4 MOA Reticle, MOA Adjustment, 12.6in, 26.3oz, PST-2101
Model: NW575
$648.99
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3–15x42 · Second Focal Plane · Red HSR-5i MRAD
Compare magnification, eye relief and carry size for your hunting setup. Check that this exact configuration suits your rifle, rings and preferred reticle.
Vortex Razor HD LHT 3-15x42mm Rifle Scope, 30mm Tube, Second Focal Plane, Black, Matte Anodized, Red HSR-5i MRAD Reticle, Mil Rad Adjustment, 13.4in, 19.1oz, RZR-31502
Model: RZR31502
$1,048.99
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1–6x24 · First Focal Plane · SR2 MOA
A low-power variable option for switching between a wide view and magnified detail. Compare the exact reticle, focal plane and mounting requirements.
EOTech Vudu Rifle Scope, 1-6x24mm, First Focal Plane, SR2 MOA Reticle, Green, VDU1-6FFSR2G
Model: VDU16FFSR2G
$1,078.99
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2.5–10x42 · First Focal Plane · TMR
Compare magnification, eye relief and carry size for your hunting setup. Check that this exact configuration suits your rifle, rings and preferred reticle.
Leupold Mark 4HD 2.5-10x42 Rifle Scope, 30mm Tube, First Focal Plane, TMR, Black, Small, 183740
Model: 183740
$1,099.99
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4–16x44 · Z-Plex 20
Compare magnification, eye relief and carry size for your hunting setup. Check that this exact configuration suits your rifle, rings and preferred reticle.
Zeiss Conquest V4 Riflescope w/Exposed Elevation Turret, 4-16x44mm, .25 MOA, Z-Plex 20 Reticle, Side Parallax, Black, NSN 9013.10.1000, 522931-9920-080
Model: 5229319920080
$1,124.99
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3–15x44 · Second Focal Plane · Duplex
Compare magnification, eye relief and carry size for your hunting setup. Check that this exact configuration suits your rifle, rings and preferred reticle.
Leupold VX-5HD Gen 2 3-15x44mm 30mm Tube Riflescope, Second Focal Plane, CDS-SZL2 Side Focus Duplex Reticle, Black, 183848
Model: 183848
$1,399.99
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1–8x28 · First Focal Plane · Green/Red MOA Segmented Circle
A low-power variable option for switching between a wide view and magnified detail. Compare the exact reticle, focal plane and mounting requirements.
Trijicon Credo HX CRHX828 1-8x28mm Rifle Scope, 34 mm Tube, First Focal Plane, Black, Green/Red MOA Segmented Circle Reticle, MOA Adjustment, 2900031
Model: CRHX828C2900031
$1,479.00
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1–6x24 · Second Focal Plane · FireDot Duplex
A low-power variable option for switching between a wide view and magnified detail. Compare the exact reticle, focal plane and mounting requirements.
Leupold Patrol 6HD Gen 2 1-6x24mm 30mm Tube Rifle Scope, Second Focal Plane, Illum. FireDot Duplex, 185606
Model: 185606
$1,599.99
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2–12x42 · Second Focal Plane · MOAR
Compare magnification, eye relief and carry size for your hunting setup. Check that this exact configuration suits your rifle, rings and preferred reticle.
NightForce NX6 2-12x42mm F2 30mm Tube Rifle Scope, Second Focal Plane, MOAR Reticle, Black, C731
Model: C731
3.6–18x44 · First Focal Plane · Non-Illuminated TMR
Compare magnification, eye relief and carry size for your hunting setup. Check that this exact configuration suits your rifle, rings and preferred reticle.
Leupold Mark 5HD 3.6-18x44mm Rifle Scope, 35 mm Tube, First Focal Plane, Black, Matte, Non-Illuminated TMR Reticle, Mil Rad Adjustment, 173296
Model: 173296
$1,999.99
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1–10x24 · First Focal Plane · Red EBR-9 MOA
A low-power variable option for switching between a wide view and magnified detail. Compare the exact reticle, focal plane and mounting requirements.
Vortex Razor HD Gen III 1-10x24mm Rifle Scope, 34mm Tube, First Focal Plane, Stealth Shadow, Hard Anodized, Red EBR-9 MOA Reticle, MOA Adjustment, 10.1in, 21.5oz, RZR-11001
Model: RZR11001
$2,189.00
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2–12x42 · Second Focal Plane · FireDot Duplex
Compare magnification, eye relief and carry size for your hunting setup. Check that this exact configuration suits your rifle, rings and preferred reticle.
Leupold VX-6HD Gen 2 2-12x42mm 30mm Tube CDS-SZL2 Illum. FireDot Duplex Rifle Scope, Second Focal Plane, Black, 183836
Model: 183836
$2,199.99
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2.5–20x50 · First Focal Plane · MOAR
A higher-power configuration for deliberate, supported observation and target work. Compare focal plane, reticle units and physical size before choosing.
NightForce NX8 Rifle Scope, 2.5-20x50mm, First Focal Plane, .250 MOA, MOAR Reticle, Black, Full-Size, C622
Model: C622
$2,250.00
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3–20x50 · First Focal Plane · Illuminated P4 Fine
A higher-power configuration for deliberate, supported observation and target work. Compare focal plane, reticle units and physical size before choosing.
Schmidt Bender PMII Ultra Short Rifle Scope, 3-20x50, 34mm Tube, First Focal Plane, CCW, DT Locking, Illuminated P4 Fine Reticle, Black, 667-911-972-F1-E8
Model: 667911972F1E8
