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Vortex Diamondback Tactical 4-12x40mm Rifle Scope SFP VMR-1 Reticle
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SKU: WX2*0697389
Overview
Built for hunters and shooters who want a practical magnification range with tactical-style controls, this 4-12x40mm scope is suited to general-purpose rifle use where quick adjustments matter. It pairs XD high-dispersion glass with XR Plus fully multi-coated lenses to support a clear sight picture, while the second focal plane reticle is designed for holdover and wind drift correction at the highest magnification setting. Exposed turrets with zero-reset and rotation indicators make elevation and windage changes easy to track, and the Precision Glide Erector System is intended to keep magnification changes smooth. A 1-inch single-piece aluminum tube, nitrogen gas purging, O-ring seals, and a hard anodized finish round out a straightforward scope for demanding field conditions.
Why Hunters Choose the Vortex
Xd High-dispersion
Improved resolution and color fidelity
Xr Plus
Fully multi-coated, anti-reflective lenses increase
Exposed Tactical-style
Turrets allow fast, accurate elevation
Zero-reset Feature
Rotation indicators provide clear visual
Second Focal
Plane reticle offers holdover and
Key Features
- 4-12x40mm rifle scope with Second Focal Plane VMR-1 reticle
- XD high-dispersion glass for crisp, sharp images
- XR Plus fully multi-coated, anti-reflective lenses
- Exposed tactical turrets with zero-reset and rotation indicators
- Precision-Glide Erector System for smooth magnification changes
- 1-inch single-piece aircraft-grade aluminum tube
- Nitrogen purged with O-ring seals to help prevent internal fogging
Best Used For
- Hunters wanting a 4-12x scope for dialing elevation and windage on practical field setups.
- Shooters who prefer a second focal plane reticle with holdover and wind drift correction at higher magnification.
- Users needing exposed tactical turrets with zero-reset and clear rotation indicators for repeatable adjustments.
- Those looking for a 1-inch tube scope with a low-glare matte finish and single-piece aluminum construction.
- Hunters and shooters operating in damp or dusty conditions where nitrogen purging and O-ring seals matter.
Specifications
| Blade Finish | Hard anodized low-glare matte finish |
|---|---|
| Erector System | Precision Glide Erector System |
| Fogproof | Yes |
| Gas Purged | Nitrogen gas purging |
| Glass Type | XD High-Dispersion glass |
| Lens Coating | XR Plus fully multi-coated, anti-reflective lenses |
| Magnification | 4-12x |
| O Ring Sealed | Yes |
| Objective Lens Diameter | 40mm |
| Radius Bar | Yes |
| Reticle | VMR-1 |
| Reticle Plane | Second Focal Plane (SFP) |
| Rotation Indicators | Yes |
| Tube Diameter | 1" |
| Tube Material | Single piece aircraft-grade aluminum |
| Turrets | Exposed tactical turrets |
| Zero Reset | Yes |
Pros
- XD high-dispersion glass supports crisp, sharp images with improved resolution and color fidelity.
- XR Plus fully multi-coated, anti-reflective lenses increase light transmission across air-to-glass surfaces.
- Exposed tactical-style turrets allow fast, accurate elevation and windage adjustments.
- Zero-reset feature and rotation indicators provide clear visual reference for turret settings.
- Second Focal Plane reticle offers holdover and wind drift correction at highest magnification.
- Single-piece 1-inch aircraft-grade aluminum tube adds strength and alignment support.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- The Second Focal Plane reticle means holdover and wind-drift references are described as accurate at the highest magnification level, so practical use depends on how you run the scope across the zoom range.
- Exposed tactical-style turrets and a zero-reset feature are built for quick dialing, but they also add controls that may be less streamlined than capped hunting turrets for simple field use.
- The 4-12x magnification range is versatile, but it is still a mid-range setup rather than a dedicated close-range or high-magnification optic.
- The 1" tube design may be a consideration for shooters who prefer a different mounting standard or are building around larger-tube optics.
Suggested Comparisons
- Long-range hunting scopes
- Tactical rifle scopes
- Second focal plane scopes
- 40mm objective scopes
Suggested Accessories
- Rifle scope rings
- Scope mount
- Lens cleaning kit
- Flip-up scope caps
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this scope a first or second focal plane design?
It is a Second Focal Plane (SFP) reticle scope.
What reticle does this model use?
This model is listed with the VMR-1 reticle.
Does the scope have exposed turrets for dialing adjustments?
Yes. The description says it has exposed tactical-style turrets for elevation and windage adjustments, along with zero-reset and rotation indicators.
What magnification and objective size are listed for this scope?
The listed configuration is 4-12x40mm.
Is there any information about included mounting hardware or accessories?
No. The provided product data does not list included rings, mounts, or other accessories.