Hawke Vantage IR 4-12×50 AO

Description

Hawke Vantage IR 4-12×50 AO Product description

• 50mm Objective with Adjustable Objective Parallax from 9 Metres: The 50mm objective lens combined with an adjustable objective (AO) ring covering 9 metres to infinity makes this the most versatile configuration in the Vantage IR 4-12×50 range — providing both the light-gathering benefit of a 50mm objective and precise parallax correction across a wide range of shooting distances, from close-range airgun and rimfire use through to centrefire hunting.
• Illuminated Mil Dot Reticle in Red and Green: The Mil Dot IR reticle provides evenly spaced mil dots along both axes for holdovers, wind corrections, and rough ranging. It is illuminated in red and green across 5 brightness levels with off positions between each step, controlled via a stepped rheostat, allowing fine brightness adjustment to match the current ambient lighting conditions.
• 4–12× Magnification with Large Exit Pupil: The 4–12× magnification range provides a field of view of 8.7 metres at 100 metres at minimum power and a 12× upper end for precise shot placement at typical hunting and field distances. An exit pupil of 12.5 mm at 4× supports a bright image at low magnification during reduced-light conditions.
• 90 MOA Adjustment Range: The capped, low-profile, resettable turrets provide 90 MOA of elevation and windage adjustment in ¼ MOA click increments — slightly more than the fixed-parallax 4-12×50 variants — accommodating a wide range of mounting heights and calibres without running out of adjustment range.
• Compact Build for a 50mm AO Scope: At 349 mm in length and 600 g, the scope is well proportioned for a 50mm AO model on a 1-inch tube, keeping total system weight practical for all-day carry while delivering the full specification of adjustable parallax and large objective in a single package.

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, adjustable objective and fixed parallax variants, illuminated and non-illuminated reticles, and a broad selection of reticle designs. The Vantage IR 4-12×50 AO represents the fully specified illuminated configuration in the 4-12×50 family, adding adjustable objective parallax and an illuminated Mil Dot reticle to the light-gathering advantage of the 50mm objective.

About the Model (Hawke Vantage IR 4-12×50 AO Mil Dot IR)

The Hawke Vantage IR 4-12×50 AO Mil Dot IR combines the light-gathering benefit of a 50mm objective lens with adjustable objective parallax correction and an illuminated Mil Dot reticle — making it the most fully specified model in the Vantage IR 4-12×50 lineup. The 4–12× magnification range provides a field of view of 8.7 metres at 100 metres at minimum power and a 12× upper end for accurate shot placement at typical hunting, rimfire, and airgun distances. The 50mm objective produces an exit pupil of 12.5 mm at 4×, supporting a bright, accessible image at low magnification in reduced-light conditions.

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 range of centrefire, rimfire, and airgun platforms, and the standard 1-inch tube ensures broad mount compatibility.

The Mil Dot IR reticle provides evenly spaced mil dots for holdover estimation and rough ranging, illuminated in red and green with 5 brightness levels and off positions between each step. The AO parallax ring corrects parallax from 9 metres to infinity, making the scope practical for close-range airgun and rimfire use as well as general centrefire hunting. The capped, low-profile, resettable turrets provide 90 MOA of elevation and windage adjustment in ¼ MOA click increments. The fast-focus eyebell allows rapid dioptre adjustment. The mono-tube is nitrogen purged and fully sealed, providing waterproof, fogproof, and shockproof performance rated for all calibres. Overall length is 349 mm and weight is 600 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: 4–12×
• Objective Lens Diameter: 50 mm
• Main Tube Diameter: 1 inch (25.4 mm)
• Reticle: Mil Dot IR
• 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 Adjustment: Adjustable Objective (AO), 9 m to ∞
• Field of View: 8.7–2.9 m @ 100 m / 26.2–8.7 ft @ 100 yds
• Eye Relief: 90 mm
• Exit Pupil: 12.5–4.2 mm
• Optical System: H2
• Lens Coating: Fully Multi-Coated, 11 layers
• Length: 349 mm
• Weight: 600 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

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