Vortex Defender XL
Other red dots are made for competition. The Defender XL is built to win. Target to target. Stage to stage. Designed for toughness, speed, and accuracy, it withstands unexpected drops and the rigors of dynamic shooting. The ultra-wide sight window enhances field of view for quicker target acquisition, faster follow-up shots, and greater flexibility in unconventional shooting positions—all positioning you to dominate every round.
Specification
- Mounting Footprint: DeltaPoint Pro
- Mount Type: Picatinny
- Dot Size: 5 MOA/ 8MOA
- Dot Color: Bright Red
- Battery Type: CR2032
- Battery Runtime: 25,000 hrs.
- Magnification: 1x
- Reticle: 5 MOA Dot/ 8MOA Dot
- Eye Relief: Unlimited
- Adjustment Graduation: 1 MOA
- Max Elevation Adjustment: 120 MOA
- Max Windage Adjustment: 115 MOA
- Parallax Setting: Parallax Free
- Length: 2.0"
- Weight: 1.93 oz.
Features
- Window Size: 25.5mm W x 23.3mm H
- Large Hard Coated Aspherical Lens: Large Distortion Free Sight Picture
- Motion Activation With 10 minute Auto-Shutoff: Automatically activates with motion while 10 minute auto-shutoff saves battery life
- ShockShield: Polymer insert absorbs shock to the 7075 aluminum body protecting it for everyday abuse
- Fast-Rack Texturing: Aggressive texturing on face of optic for racking slide off any surface
- Top Mount Battery: Easy battery change without having to rezero your optic
- 10 Daylight Bright Brightness Settings: 10 Daylight Bright Brightness Settings
- Parallax Free: All red dot and holographic sights will exhibit some small amount of parallax. Matching current industry practice, this small amount would be considered "parallax free" and will make a negligible difference in performance.
- Unlimited Eye: Relief Non-critical eye relief for rapid target acquisition
- Night-Vision Compatibility: The lowest 2 settings are night-vision compatible.
- Waterproof: O-ring seals prevent moisture, dust and debris from penetrating for reliable performance in all environments.
- Fogproof: Designed to withstand a wide range of temperatures.
- Low-Glare Matte Black Anodized: Corrosion and wear resistant anodization provides low-glare matte surface and helps camouflage the shooter's position.
- Single-Piece Chassis: Compact and lightweight.
Reticles
5 MOA MRDS Reticle
The Defender-XL features a total of 10 brightness settings (eight for daylight use and two for night vision). Offered with either a 5 or 8 MOA daylight bright red dot, it is easy to see and acquire targets regardless of lighting conditions or background.
8 MOA MRDS Reticle
The Defender-XL features a total of 10 brightness settings (eight for daylight use and two for night vision). Offered with either a 5 or 8 MOA daylight bright red dot, it is easy to see and acquire targets regardless of lighting conditions or background.
Shipping Methods
Collection/On-Site Service
Collect your order from our premises in Hampshire or a Blue RPC club shoot. Have a chat with us and a browse whilst you're here!
Royal Mail/Parcel Force 24
Despatched same working day if ordered before 15:00, with next day delivery aim.
International Shipping
Despatched same working day if ordered before 15:00 GMT. Our website automatically detects what country you are in, so if it lets you order it then we can ship there!
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