Schmidt & Bender 4-16×56 Polar T96

Description

Schmidt & Bender 4-16×56 Polar T96 Product description

• Balanced 4× Zoom Range: The Polar T96 4–16×56 offers versatile magnification suitable for hunting and low-light target shooting, while keeping the scope compact and agile.
• Super-Bright Optics (96 % Transmission): High-transmission lenses deliver exceptionally clear images in dim light; one of the brightest scopes available for its class.
• Side-Focus Parallax (30 m to ∞): Precision parallax adjustment ensures sharp reticle alignment and accurate shot placement.
• First or Second Focal Plane Reticles: Offers a choice of clean hunting D7 SFP or tactical P4FL/L7 models in FFP; illumination with up to 11 brightness levels.
• Lockable ST Turrets with 1 cm Clicks: Single-turn, lockable windage and elevation turrets with 1 cm/100 m click value; zero-stop function not included.
• Robust 34 mm Chassis: Durable nitrogen-filled tube—waterproof, fog-proof, and shock-resistant—with typical S&B mechanical reliability.

ABOUT THE POLAR T96 SERIES

The Polar T96 represents Schmidt & Bender’s high‑transmission, hunting‑focused line—offering some of the brightest optics available. With a large 56 mm objective and precise parallax, it’s engineered for excellent low‑light performance and clarity across long distances.

ABOUT THE MODEL (4–16×56 POLAR T96)

This model combines a 34 mm main tube, bright 56 mm glass, and shooter-friendly turrets in a compact 434 mm design. Field of view ranges from approximately 10.5 m at 4× to 2.3 m at 16×, with fixed 90 mm eye relief.

Side-focus parallax and optional FFP reticles (P4FL, L7) or SFP D7 reticle provide flexibility for both hunting and target use, with precise click values and up to 11 reticle brightness settings.

ABOUT SCHMIDT & BENDER

Schmidt & Bender is a German optics company founded in 1957, renowned for high-end telescopic sights. The Polar T96 is part of their premium hunting scope series, offering elite optical clarity and mechanical precision.

MAIN FEATURES

• Magnification: 4–16× (4× zoom)
• Objective lens: 56 mm, fully multi‑coated
• Tube diameter: 34 mm (aircraft-grade aluminum)
• Reticles: P4FL, L7, D7 (FFP or SFP); illuminated, 11 levels
• Click value: 1 cm / 0.1 mrad at 100 m
• Elevation range: approx. 20.4 mrad (63 MOA)
• Windage range: approx. 15.2 mrad (45 MOA)
• Parallax: Side-focus, 30 m to ∞
• Eye relief: 90 mm constant
• Field of view: 10.46–2.30 m @100 m
• Length: 386–434 mm (depending on configuration)
• Weight: 810–905 g
• Waterproof (300 mbar), fog-proof, nitrogen-filled, shock-rated

WARRANTY

Comes with a 10-year warranty via Schmidt & Bender’s authorized channels.

IN THE BOX

• Schmidt & Bender Polar T96 4–16×56 riflescope
• Flip-up objective and eyepiece caps
• Lens cleaning cloth
• User manual
• Warranty card

General properties

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