Hawke Vantage IR 3-9×50

Description

Hawke Vantage IR 3-9×50 Product description

• 50mm Objective with Large Exit Pupil for Low-Light Performance: The 50mm objective lens combined with 11-layer fully multi-coated lenses delivers high light transmission and a bright image across the magnification range. An exit pupil of 16.7 mm at 3× ensures an exceptionally accessible sight picture at low magnification during the low-light periods at dawn and dusk — a meaningful practical advantage over equivalent 40mm models in this class.
• Two Illuminated Reticle Options: The scope is available in two illuminated variants. The L4A Dot (art. no. 14229) features a 2.5 MOA centre dot that provides a fast, clearly visible aim point for hunting and driven shooting. The Mil Dot IR (art. no. 14230) adds evenly spaced mil dots along both axes for holdovers, wind corrections, and rough ranging. Both reticles are illuminated in red and green across 5 brightness levels with off positions between each step.
• Classic 3–9× Hunting Magnification: The 3–9× magnification range with a 3× zoom ratio delivers a field of view of 11.2 metres at 100 metres at minimum power — broad enough for driven hunting and woodland use — and a 9× upper end for confident shot placement at typical hunting distances.
• Compact and Lightweight for a 50mm Scope: At 343 mm in length and 498 g, both variants are well proportioned for general hunting use, providing the light-gathering benefit of a 50mm objective without excessive weight or bulk relative to equivalent 40mm illuminated models.
• Capped Low-Profile Turrets with Fixed Parallax: The capped, low-profile, resettable turrets offer 90 MOA of elevation and windage adjustment in ¼ MOA click increments, protecting the zero from accidental movement. The fixed parallax at 91 metres removes the need for parallax management in dynamic hunting situations.

About the Vantage Series

The Hawke Vantage series is the broadest riflescope lineup in Hawke’s product range, built on the H2 optical system and covering a wide variety of tube diameters, magnification ranges, and reticle configurations at an accessible price point. The range is designed for hunters, target shooters, and recreational shooters who require a reliable, versatile optic without the cost associated with higher-tier optical systems.

All Vantage models feature 11-layer fully multi-coated lenses delivering consistent light transmission across the magnification range. The lineup spans standard 1-inch, 30mm, and 34mm mono-tube chassis, covering first and second focal plane optics, illuminated and non-illuminated reticles, adjustable objective and fixed parallax variants, and a broad selection of reticle designs. The Vantage IR 3-9×50 provides dual-colour illumination and the light-gathering advantage of a 50mm objective in a fixed-parallax hunting package, available in two reticle variants to suit different preferences for aim point style.

About the Model (Hawke Vantage IR 3-9×50)

The Hawke Vantage IR 3-9×50 is an illuminated riflescope designed for hunters who want the light-gathering performance of a 50mm objective lens combined with dual-colour reticle illumination in a compact, field-ready hunting package. The 3–9× magnification range provides a field of view of 11.2 metres at 100 metres at minimum power for fast target identification and tracking, and a 9× upper end for accurate shot placement at typical centrefire hunting distances. The 50mm objective produces an exit pupil of 16.7 mm at 3×, which supports a notably brighter sight picture at low magnification during the low-light periods at dawn and dusk compared to the equivalent 40mm model.

The H2 optical system with 11-layer fully multi-coated lenses delivers consistent light transmission and a clear image across the magnification range. The 90mm of eye relief is compatible with a wide range of centrefire rifle platforms, and the fixed parallax at 91 metres suits the typical engagement distances of a general-purpose hunting scope, removing the need for parallax management in fast field situations.

Two reticle variants are available, both using fixed parallax and sharing identical dimensions and mechanical specification. The L4A Dot (art. no. 14229) provides a 2.5 MOA centre dot illuminated in red and green — a fast, clean aim point well suited to driven hunting and woodland shooting where quick target acquisition is the priority. The Mil Dot IR (art. no. 14230) adds evenly spaced mil dots for holdover estimation and rough ranging, illuminated in the same red and green dual-colour system. Both variants provide 5 brightness levels with off positions between each step, controlled via a stepped rheostat. The capped, low-profile, resettable turrets offer 90 MOA of elevation and windage adjustment in ¼ MOA click increments. The mono-tube is nitrogen purged and fully sealed, providing waterproof, fogproof, and shockproof performance rated for all calibres. Overall length is 343 mm and weight is 498 g.

About Hawke

Hawke Optics is a British optics brand registered in England and Wales, with products distributed across Europe, North America, and international markets. The company produces a broad range of optical products including riflescopes, airgun scopes, binoculars, spotting scopes, red dot sights, and laser rangefinders, covering applications from hunting and precision shooting to nature observation and marine use.

Hawke organises its riflescope lineup into distinct optical system tiers — from the entry-level H2 through H5 to the flagship H7 — with each tier reflecting the glass specification, coating technology, and mechanical feature level of the products within it. The Vantage series is built on the H2 system, representing the entry level of Hawke’s riflescope range and providing an extensive selection of configurations at an accessible price point.

Main Features

• Magnification: 3–9×
• Objective Lens Diameter: 50 mm
• Main Tube Diameter: 1 inch (25.4 mm)
• Reticle: L4A Dot 2.5 MOA (14229) / Mil Dot IR (14230)
• Reticle Position: Second Focal Plane (SFP)
• Illumination: Yes, 5 levels (red & green), stepped rheostat with off positions between levels
• Click Value: ¼ MOA
• Elevation Adjustment Range: 90 MOA
• Windage Adjustment Range: 90 MOA
• Elevation Turret: Capped, Low-Profile, Resettable
• Windage Turret: Capped, Low-Profile, Resettable
• Parallax: Fixed (91 m / 100 yds)
• Field of View: 11.2–3.7 m @ 100 m / 33.6–11 ft @ 100 yds
• Eye Relief: 90 mm
• Exit Pupil: 16.7–5.6 mm
• Optical System: H2
• Lens Coating: Fully Multi-Coated, 11 layers
• Length: 343 mm
• Weight: 498 g
• Construction: Nitrogen purged, waterproof, fogproof, shockproof, all calibre rated

Warranty

The riflescope is covered by a 10-year warranty.

In the Box

• Riflescope
• Lens Covers
• Lens Cloth
• CR2032 Battery
• Instruction Manual

General properties

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