Description
Kahles Helia 1.6-8x42i Product description
- Expansive 5× Zoom Range: Offers versatile magnification from 1.6× to 8×, making it ideal for both stalking and driven hunts.
- Bright 42 mm Objective Lens: Delivers excellent light transmission and exceptional edge-to-edge sharpness for crisp, clear images.
- Extra-Bright Illuminated Reticle: Features a day-and-night illuminated 4-dot reticle with intelligent auto shut-off to preserve battery life.
- Compact & Lightweight: Measures only 323 mm in length and weighs 538 g—perfect for agile movement during active hunting.
- Advanced Automatic-Light Function: Tilt-sensor automatically deactivates illumination when the rifle is not in use, conserving power.
ABOUT THE HELIA SERIES
The Helia line is crafted for hunters who demand optical excellence, intuitive features, and rugged reliability. Born from over a century of Kahles innovation, Helia scopes balance brightness, precision, and portability in a design optimized for real-world hunting scenarios.
ABOUT THE MODEL (HELIA 1.6–8×42i)
This model pairs a wide field of view (up to 25 m @ 100 m) with a compact 1.6–8× zoom range, making it perfect for fast-moving hunts and pressurized environments. The intelligent reticle ensures visibility across lighting conditions, while crisp 10 mm-per-click turrets and consistent performance—from sub-zero to heated environments—offer reliable adjustments in the field.
ABOUT KAHLES
Founded in Austria in 1898, Kahles is one of Europe’s oldest optics manufacturers. Known for their precision engineering and premium glass quality, Kahles delivers scopes that excel in reliability, sharpness, and user-focused innovation. The Helia series continues that tradition, blending heritage craftsmanship with modern hunting demands.
MAIN FEATURES
- Magnification: 1.6–8× (5× zoom)
- Objective lens diameter: 42 mm
- Tube diameter: 30 mm, waterproof, fog-proof, nitrogen-purged
- Reticle: SFP 4-dot, illuminated with auto shut-off
- Click value: 10 mm / 100 m
- Elevation & windage adjustment: 1.5 m @ 100 m each
- Field of view: 25.3–5.1 m @ 100 m
- Eye relief: 95 mm
- Length: 323 mm; Weight: 538 g
- Automatic-light tilt sensor
- Shockproof, waterproof, fog-proof
WARRANTY
The Helia 1.6–8×42i is backed by a 10-year warranty on mechanical and optical components and a 2-year warranty on electronic illumination.
IN THE BOX
- Kahles Helia 1.6–8×42i riflescope
- Flip-up lens covers
- Neoprene protective cover
- Lens cleaning cloth
- CR2032 battery
- User manual and warranty card
General properties
| Manufacturer | Kahles |
|---|---|
| Riflescopes series | Kahles Helia |
| Made in | Austria |
| In production since | 2022 |
| Warranty | 10 years |
| SKU | 10679c |
Optical properties
| Variable magnification | Yes |
|---|---|
| Minimal magnification. | 1.60 x |
| Maximum magnification. | 8.00 x |
| Diopter range | +2/-3.5 |
| Lens diameter. | 42.00mm |
| Min. exit pupil. | 5.10mm |
| Max. exit pupil. | 9.60mm |
| Min. field of view. | 5.10 m/100m |
| Max. field of view. | 25.30 m/100m |
| Min. eye relief. | 95.00 mm |
| Max. eye relief. | 95.00 mm |
| Twilight Factor | 5.2-18.3 |
| Fast focus eyepiece | Yes |
Turret properties
| Adjustment per click | 10mm/100m – 0.10MIL |
|---|---|
| Nr. Turret Turns | MT – Multi Turn |
| Turret rotation direction | CW |
| Elevation (mrad). | 15.00 mrad |
| Elevation (MOA). | 52.00 MOA |
| Windage (mrad). | 15.00 mrad |
| Windage (MOA). | 52.00 MOA |
Reticle properties
| Reticle position | 2. focal plane – SFP |
|---|---|
| Reticle illumination | Yes |
| Illumination color | Red |
| Daytime-usable illumination | Yes |
| Auto Turn-Off | Yes |
| Dot size. | 4.00 MOA |
Parallax properties
| Parallax setting | 100 m |
|---|---|
| Parallax adjustment | No |
| Parallax adj. range | No |
Physical properties
| Length. | 323.00mm |
|---|---|
| Weight. | 538.00 g |
| Power Supply | CR2032 |
| Filled with | Nitrogen |
| Lens coating | Fully Multicoated |
| Tube diameter | 30 mm |
| Mounting rail. | No |
| Mount length. | 138.00 mm |
| Objective diameter | 48 |
| Eyepiece diameter | 46 |
| Color | Black |
Special features
| Waterproof | Yes |
|---|---|
| Fogproof | Yes |
| Shockproof | Yes |
| Special features | Fast focus, Fogproof, Fully multicoated, Illuminated reticle, Shockproof, Variable, Waterproof |
| Built-in rangefinder | No |
Characteristics
| Suitable for Compatibility Above | 30 mm, 30 mm with Rail |
|---|---|
| Suitable for Compatibility Below | 30 mm, Swarovski SR Rail |
| Suitable for Rear Compatibility | 46 mm |
| Suitable for Front Compatibility | 48 mm |
