Vortex Viper HS 4-16x44 Dead-Hold BDC Rifle Scope
Designed for hunters and shooters who demand reliability and clarity in the field, the Vortex Viper HS 4-16x44 Dead-Hold BDC Rifle Scope delivers versatile performance across a wide range of distances. Its 4-16x magnification range provides the flexibility to handle everything from mid-range shots to longer-range precision, while the Dead-Hold BDC reticle helps eliminate guesswork when compensating for bullet drop and wind drift. Built with premium XD glass and XR fully multi-coated lenses, it offers sharp, bright images with excellent colour fidelity. The forgiving eye box and generous eye relief make target acquisition quick and comfortable, while the durable 30mm aluminium tube ensures strength and reliability in tough environments. With capped reset turrets and side focus parallax adjustment, this scope is built for practical, dependable performance in real-world conditions
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Vortex Viper HS 4-16x44 Dead-Hold BDC Rifle Scope
The Vortex Viper HS 4-16x44 Dead-Hold BDC Rifle Scope offers hunters and shooters an array of features sure to be well received. The advanced optical system, highlighted with a 4x zoom range, provides magnification versatility. A forgiving eye box with increased eye relief gets shooters on target quickly and easily. The Vortex Viper HS 4-16x44 rifle scope is built on an ultra-strong 30mm one-piece machined aluminium tube, the Viper HS delivers increased windage and elevation travel for optimal adjustment.
Vortex Viper HS 4-16x44 Dead-Hold BDC Rifle Scope
| Magnification | 4-16 x |
| Objective Lens Diameter | 44 mm |
| Eye Relief | 4.0 inches |
| Field of View | 27.4-7.4 feet/100 yards |
| Tube Size | 30 mm |
| Turret Style | Capped |
| Adjustment Graduation | 1/4 MOA |
| Travel per Rotation | 12 MOA |
| Max Elevation Adjustment | 50 MOA |
| Max Windage Adjustment | 50 MOA |
| Parallax Setting | 50 yards to Infinity |
| Length | 13.7 inches |
| Weight | 18.4 ounces |
| Product Manual (PDF) | Download |
| Product Manual 2 (PDF) | Download |
Vortex Viper HS 4-16x44 Dead-Hold BDC Rifle Scope
Optical Features
| XD™ Lens Elements | Extra-low dispersion (XD) glass increases resolution and colour 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
| Tube Size | 30 mm diameter. |
| Single-Piece Tube | Maximises alignment for improved accuracy and optimum visual performance, as well as ensures strength and waterproofness. |
| Aircraft-Grade Aluminium | Constructed from a solid block of aircraft-grade aluminium for strength and rigidity. |
| Waterproof | O-ring seals prevent moisture, dust and debris from penetrating the Rifle Scope 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. |
| ArmorTek | Ultra-hard, scratch-resistant coating protects exterior lenses from scratches, oil and dirt. |
| Capped Reset Turrets | Allow quick re-indexing of the turret (no tool needed) to zero after sighting in the Rifle Scope. Caps provide external protection for turret. |
| Side Focus | Adjustment located on Rifle Scope’s left side and is easily accessible from shooting position. Provides optimal image focus and parallax removal. |
Internal Mechanism Design Features of the Vortex Viper HS 4-16×44 Dead-Hold BDC Rifle Scope
| Precision-Force Spring System | Uses premium components in the erector-spring system to ensure maximum repeatability and ease of adjustment. |
| Precision-Glide Erector System | Uses premium components in the zoom lens mechanism to ensure smooth magnification changes under the harshest conditions. |
Convenience Features of the Vortex Viper HS 4-16×44 Dead-Hold BDC Rifle Scope
| MAG-View Fiber Optic | Provides a highly visible reference point for the magnification setting. |
| Fast Focus Eyepiece | Allows quick and easy reticle focusing. |
Dead-Hold BDC (MOA)
Customized hashmark design helps eliminate guesswork on holdover and windage corrections. Good for hunting/shooting at varying ranges where estimating holdover is a concern.
- 4-inch sunshade
- Protective lens caps
- Lens cloth
1. What magnification range does this scope offer
It features a 4-16x magnification range, suitable for both hunting and mid to long-range shooting
2. What reticle does it use
It uses the Dead-Hold BDC (MOA) reticle, designed to assist with holdovers and wind drift corrections
3. Is this scope first or second focal plane
It is a second focal plane scope, meaning the reticle size remains constant as magnification changes
4. What is the tube size
It has a 30mm one-piece aluminium tube for increased strength and adjustment range
5. How precise are the turret adjustments
The turrets adjust in 1/4 MOA increments for accurate and repeatable tracking
6. What is the maximum adjustment range
It offers approximately 50 MOA of elevation and windage adjustment
7. Does it have parallax adjustment
Yes, it features side focus parallax adjustment from approximately 50 yards to infinity
8. What type of turrets does it have
It uses capped reset turrets, allowing quick re-indexing while protecting against accidental adjustments
9. Is it durable and weatherproof
Yes, it is waterproof, fogproof, and shockproof with an argon-purged, O-ring sealed construction
10. What warranty does this scope come with
It is backed by the Vortex VIP Lifetime Warranty, which is unlimited, unconditional, and transferable
Our aim is to ensure that your order arrives with you as soon as possible and in the safest, most cost-effective means.
Please Note: Shipping charges may be subject to additional surcharges if out of area or over weight restrictions.
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