Nightforce Optics

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Twenty years. A lot has changed. A lot hasn’t.
An investment in our future. And yours.
In 2011, Nightforce embarked on a $1 million
expansion of our headquarters in Orofino,
Idaho. Scheduled for completion in early
2012, it will mean faster delivery times and
more R&D capabilities which will result in
a number of innovative new products, and
even better customer service.
Back in 1992, Australian hunter and shooter Dr. Ray Dennis
had a problem.
You see, hunting at night in Australia is not only legal, but wildly
popular. Several years earlier, Ray had founded Lightforce
Australia Pty. Ltd., for the purpose of manufacturing the finest
spotlights on the planet. Ray’s lights lit up the night for hunting
vehicles and vastly improved a hunter’s ability to find and spot
targets in the darkness.
A good reason to watch TV.
Trouble was, there was no riflescope on the market of sufficient
quality to take advantage of Ray’s superb lights. So he set out to
build his own.
Nightforce partners with many of the top sportsmen
and women in the hunting and shooting industry,
and you’ll see us more and more on television as
they put Nightforce products through their paces in
real-world environments. Tune in!
The principles he followed then have remained unchanged over
two decades—to gather the finest materials, utilize the most
advanced technology and talent, cut no corners whatsoever,
and build what is simply the most rugged, most precise, most
uncompromising riflescope money can buy.
The new Nightforce MOAR™
reticle is a major advancement in
precision shooting. A floating center
crosshair two MOA wide and two
MOA tall provides a precise aiming
point—especially on smaller targets
at longer ranges. One-MOA elevation
and windage spacings provide for
more accurate rangefinding and
hold-offs compared to ordinary
reticles with coarser markings.
The Nightforce MOAR™ has thicker
line subtensions than our traditional
reticles, marked with 10, 20 and 30
MOA elevation indicators (10 and 20
MOA windage indicators), making
it extremely fast and easy to view
under field conditions.
The MOAR™ design is more
intuitive, easier to see in low light
and more visible against dark
backgrounds and in shadows than
other MOA reticles. Shooters will
also find the 3, 6 and 9 o’clock posts
to be an excellent asset for greater
speed and target acquisition.
The detail provided by the MOAR™
makes it ideal for field tactical
applications, long-range hunting and
varmint shooting. It is an evolution
from our best-selling NP-R1 reticle,
and has established new levels of
precision and ease of use for the
long-range shooter.
moar precise.
MOAR intuitive. moar visible.
our new moar™ reticle.
The MOAR™ reticle will
be offered in Nightforce
3.5-15x, 5.5-22x and 8-32x
NXS models in early- to
mid-2012.
Judging by the growth of the company he founded, he succeeded
beyond his wildest dreams.
Today, Nightforce riflescopes are used by professional and
competition shooters, avid hunters and our armed forces under
incredibly demanding conditions in every corner of the globe.
The pros at FOXPRO
As good as our scopes might be, we also recognize that the
satisfaction of you, our customer, is what ultimately matters
most. You will find that philosophy paramount in our service, our
support, and the way we do business.
Jeff Mock, President of
Predator Masters
MOAR™ reticles in 3.5-15x NXS
models have a 30 MOA scale below
center, as shown here. MOAR™
reticles in Nightforce 5.5-22x and
8-32x NXS models have a 20 MOA
scale below centerline.
No doubt, many things will change in the next 20 years.
Those things won’t.
Index
Welcome to Nightforce
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New! MOAR™ Reticle
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How a Nightforce NXS is built 4
3.5-15x NXS riflescopes
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5.5-22x NXS riflescopes
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8-32x and 12-42x NXS riflescopes
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Compact NXS riflescopes
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Precision Benchrest riflescopes
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Rings, bases, mounts & ADI
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Velocity™ Reticle Calculator
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Velocity™ Reticles
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Reticles offered
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3.5-15x50 F1 NXS
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Specifications
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Part numbers/reference
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Contact us
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Back cover
Greg Stube, of “Coming Home with Greg
Stube” on the Sportsman Channel, says
“Nightforce served me well in the Special
Forces…in fact, they saved my life several
times. Why would I trust anything else
now that I’m home enjoying the very
freedoms they helped me defend?”
Bob and Christine Beck
of Extreme Outer Limits
TV on their first longrange safari in Africa,
where they put our
Velocity™ 1000 Yard
Reticle to the test.
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Detailed information and
tutorials on Nightforce
products can be found at
www.nightforceoptics.com.
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Glass-etched illuminated
reticles are standard with every
Nightforce scope.
You cannot buy a higher quality riflescope.
That’s a strong claim, without a doubt.
Sand, dust, mud, heat and cold are a few of the environmental challenges
every Nightforce riflescope faces in its development. Every aspect is
thoroughly tested, proven, and tested again before we build a final
product. Anything you can inflict upon a scope, you can be certain we’ve
already done it first.
But, it’s a claim we can prove. And our customers do prove it…every
day, under some of the harshest, most unforgiving conditions on earth.
We didn’t start building scopes and expect people to find uses for them.
Instead, we looked at real-world needs…needs that were not being met
by other optics manufacturers. Created from the ground up, Nightforce
designed the ultimate precision instrument for the intended application.
Hi-Speed elevation and windage
adjustments are standard on all
Nightforce NXS riflescopes
(except 2.5-10 x 32 NXS models).
You can tell the difference the moment you pick one up. If you
could look inside a Nightforce scope, the differences would
be even more obvious.
Fortunately, looking through one will tell you just about
everything you need to know.
All air-to-glass surfaces
receive our proprietary
broadband multi-coating;
applied to tolerances of 1/4
wave deposition or .000005
inches, exceeding the toughest
Mil-Spec abrasion test. You will
see the difference in lowlight situations.
Every lens in a Nightforce scope is
perfectly matched and aligned by
hand with all other lens elements. This
technique, called optical indexing,
yields the highest possible optical
performance. Because it takes time
and considerable expertise, many
manufacturers don't bother. We've
done it this way since the beginning.
A scope’s objective lens
determines resolution, light
transmission and exit pupil size. To
maximize these attributes, every
Nightforce objective lens assembly
utilizes a multi-element design like
those found in the highest quality
telescopes. Our lens system
focuses light rays more precisely
for exceptional image clarity and
color accuracy.
Nightforce tubes are machined
from solid bar stock 6061-T6
aircraft-grade aluminum alloy,
not extruded or formed like those
found on lesser scopes. They
are two to three times thicker than
other riflescopes. This means less
overall stress, greater thermal
stability, a consistent zero and a
virtually impervious shield for the
precision optics within.
The spring that maintains
pressure on our elevation and
windage adjustments spends
two weeks in a polishing
tumbler before going into a
Nightforce riflescope, to assure
there are no rough spots or
burrs to interfere with perfectly
smooth operation. It is made of
pure titanium, the only known
metal in the world that can be
repeatedly compressed and
held in place, even for years,
without developing fatigue or
“memory.” This guarantees zero
loss of integrity, zero loss of
repeatability. It is many times
more expensive than comparable
springs found in most scopes.
But, we are not concerned with
a few dollars. We are concerned
with building the best riflescope.
The optical elements within an
NXS riflescope are hand-bedded
with our own proprietary Mil-Spec
bonding agent, then cured at 160o
F for 24 hours. Lenses are further
secured with o-rings and machined
metal lock rings, both fore and aft.
This zero-tolerance lens securing
method prevents any movement of
The terms “rugged” and
“precision optics” are usually
not compatible. Any optical
instrument built to highly
exacting tolerances and absolute
alignment is by its very nature a
delicate device.
Not so with Nightforce.
The design of our scopes is
unique within the industry,
allowing us to combine optics
of extraordinary precision with
construction that will withstand
repeated recoil from the largest
calibers, extreme shock and
severe temperature changes.
We machine the screw that
controls elevation adjustments
to an unbelievable 110 threads
per inch. It is so precise that it
must be mated to its receiver by
hand. Why go to so much trouble?
Because we consider backlash
clearance of more than 1/30
the thickness of a human hair
unacceptable.
the optical elements in any
direction, under any circumstance.
This permanent bonding assures
a lifetime of uncompromising
performance and reliability,
confirmed with front and side impact
testing on every scope we build.
A hand-signed Quality
Assurance tag means your
Nightforce has been thoroughly
tested and approved.
Adjustments are made with
hardened silicon bronze to ensure
a lifetime of wear resistance and
reliable performance. This is not
the easiest way to build a scope.
It is, however, the best way to
build a riflescope…providing a
lifetime of repeatable accuracy.
Lenses are painstakingly bedded
with our own proprietary Mil-Spec
formulation. Unlike methods
used by most other scope
manufacturers, with our bedding
process there is no glass-to-metal
contact that can result in breakage,
stress or misalignment over time.
Our process is 100% permanent,
guaranteeing perfect optical
alignment for as long as you own
your Nightforce riflescope.
Detailed information and
tutorials on Nightforce
products can be found at
www.nightforceoptics.com.
what some companies call close tolerances
we call intolerable.
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3.5-15 x 50/56 Hi-Speed adjustments, L to R:
.250 MOA with ZeroStop
.250 MOA
.1 Mil-Radian with ZeroStop
An instant return to zero every time.
Our 3.5-15 x 50 is also offered as the F1, with a reticle in the first
focal plane. See page 24 for more information.
Military & law enforcement
Long-range hunting
Field tactical
Target shooting
F1 version with first focal
plane reticle also available
3.5-15 x 50 NXS
Originally developed for use on military small arms, the
3.5-15 x 50 nxs allows for a lower mounting profile.
The practical magnification range and large field of
view make it an invaluable scope for professionals and
serious hunters as well.
A full 110 moa of internal adjustment make both 3.5-15
models extremely versatile in the field and applicable to
a wide range of applications.
After sighting in your rifle, set the
patented Nightforce ZeroStop™ feature,
and you can make all the elevation
adjustments you wish…then return to
absolute zero instantly and positively
just by feel, even in total darkness. No
counting clicks, no visual reference
necessary. Offered on 1-4, 2.5-10, 3.5-15,
5.5-22 and 8-32 NXS scopes. Available in
.250 moa and .1 Mil-Radian adjustments.
The top choice for law enforcement snipers. A large
objective lens increases resolution and exit pupil size for
rapid target acquisition and optimal light performance in
twilight conditions…an especially useful configuration for
tactical teams that may not have dedicated night vision.
This superior optical design also benefits hunters and
sport shooters who want to maximize their success in
low-light environments. A large field of view, 110 moa of
adjustment and a practical magnification range make this
an ideal riflescope for both snipers and sportsmen.
Our riflescopes are subjected
to abuse during product
development that would quickly
destroy lesser optics. Preproduction riflescopes are tested
in a pressure tank simulating
100 feet of water for 24 hours,
ensuring absolute waterproof
integrity. We test thermal stability
by freezing them to -80o F, then
heating them to 200o F within
a one-hour period. Function is
checked at both temperature
extremes. Recoil and impact
testing for positive and negative
forces is conducted at 1,250 Gs.
Detailed information and
tutorials on Nightforce
products can be found at
www.nightforceoptics.com.
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Military & law enforcement
Long-range hunting
Field tactical
Target shooting
Visit nightforceoptics.com
for complete video and
written tutorials.
created FOR PEOPLE WHOSE LIVES
depend on their scope.
Available with
3.5-15 x 56 NXS
The ZeroStop™ feature is
easily set by adjusting
the clutch found under
the elevation cap.
Before it is shipped to a customer,
every riflescope is completely
inspected and checked at 70 to
130 different points, depending on
the model. We perform a battery
of tests, including forward impact,
side impact, tracking accuracy
and resolution integrity. These are
but a few of the steps we take to
ensure absolute quality before any
riflescope leaves our facility.
The hole you see in the well-used
Nightforce 3.5-15 x 50 NXS riflescope at
right was made by an enemy 7.62x39
round fired at a U.S. soldier. The bullet
completely penetrated the erector
tube—the heart of the scope's optical
system. We’re happy to report that the
soldier was not injured, and the only
casualty is the riflescope's magnification
ring, frozen on 15x. Its focus, tracking,
and all other functions work just fine. It
holds point of aim like new.
The soldier wrapped the riflescope in
duct tape to keep out sand and dirt, and
used it without a problem for the next
three days, completing his mission.
We receive many stories like this.
Because Nightforce riflescopes are
used in active theatres by most of the
elite special forces worldwide, they are
subjected to—and survive—the most
brutal conditions imaginable.
We won't say they're bulletproof.
There is at least one soldier, however,
who would argue otherwise.
Whatever you think you might do
to your riflescope, chances are
we’ve already done it.
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5.5-22 x 50/56 Hi-Speed adjustments, L to R:
.250 MOA with ZeroStop
.250 MOA
.1 Mil-Radian with ZeroStop
Leo Anderson, holder of several 1000 yard
world records, knows how to hunt, too. He
took this fine pronghorn with one shot at
1200 yards. Leo’s advice? “Precision longrange hunting demands a Nightforce scope!”
5.5-22 x 50 NXS
Military & law enforcement
Long-range hunting
Field tactical
Target shooting
Once again, using Nightforce riflescopes, the USAMU
Service Rifle Team cleaned house at the 2008
Interservice Highpower Championships and 2008 NRA
Long Range Championships:
• First, second and third place/600 yard Division B
(any rifle, any sight), including a new match record
for SFC Lance Dement
• First, second and third place/1000 yard Division B
• First, second and third place/Long Range AGG,
including a new match record for SGT Brandon Green
• First, second and third place 2008 Wimbledon Cup
• 1000 yard Division B Team Match (USAMU
Praslick team)
• Herrick Team Trophy, also to USAMU Praslick
USAMU shooters have taken the Wimbledon Cup in
2006, 2007, 2008 and 2009. The Praslick team has
won the Herrick Trophy in 2005, 2006, 2007 and 2008,
including breaking a national record in 2006 that stood
for over 20 years.
SFC Lance
Dement with
the 2009
Wimbledon
Cup. This is four
years in a row
for a member
from the
USAMU team to
win this trophy.
“Mounted the F1…fired one
shot , hit just off center. Read
the reticle, second shot in
black…back to 500 yards,
dialed scope to 3.2 Mils…five
rounds, perfect. The scopes
are flawless. I really like
them in this configuration.”
–Frank Galli
Sniper’s Hide, LLC.
“I have three of
your 5.5-22 NXS
scopes.…I shot the
groundhog at 1803
yards…witnessed
and verified. [My}
guns have your fine
optics on them and
the shots could not
be made with lesser
equipment.”
—Danny Edwards
Derek McDonald,
Surefire’s vice president
of marketing, training
with Nightforce at the
Rifles Only facility.
When is “long range” too long?
Because high-magnification
Nightforce riflescopes were
originally designed for highly trained
professional sharpshooters, they are
capable of remarkable accuracy at
extreme distances. For the hunter,
this means that killing shots at game
previously “out of range” are now
possible…but only if the hunter is
intimately familiar with his rifle, his
loads, rangefinding techniques, and
after extensive practice. Nightforce
riflescopes will put extreme longrange capability in the hunter’s
hands. It is up to the hunter to use
this capability wisely and ethically.
built for professionals.
So you can shoot like one.
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“I purchased a Nightforce
5.5-22 x 56 in 2001. I used it to put
12,500 shots through two .50 BMGs.
I fired another 4000 shots with it
on an AR10. Then, I mounted it on a
14.5/114mm Russian (570 gr. of powder
propelling a 1000 gr. bullet at 3300 fps)
and fired 970 rounds. Most scopes break
within one to ten shots on the Russian…
not the Nightforce. Then I used it for
another 47 rounds through a 25mm
Hotchkiss, 3000 through a Barrett M90,
and 6000 rounds from a Savage M250.
“After six years and all this punishment,
the zero settings on the 5.5-22
have never changed and it still
works perfectly.
“Nightforce is the best I have ever used.”
—Kent A. Lomont
Manufacturer and dealer of machine
guns and destructive devices
Above: the 14.5/114 Russian shown
actual size.
Originally developed for the U.S. military’s extreme long range
shooting and hard target interdiction, both 5.5-22 Nightforce
NXS models provide a broad magnification range, four inches of
eye relief and 100 moa of elevation travel. These characteristics,
combined with the extreme ruggedness and reliability of every
Nightforce riflescope, make them ideal for even the largest calibers.
The slim profile of the 5.5-22 x 50 NXS makes it easily adaptable
to a wide range of mounting systems. Its superb resolution at
high magnification opens an entirely new world of extended range
shooting for the accomplished marksman; Nightforce shooters are
now accurately reaching to 2000 yards and beyond.
Available with
5.5-22 x 56 NXS
The ultimate long range riflescope. Its 56mm
objective lens provides maximum clarity and
resolution across the entire magnification range.
The most advanced field tactical scopes ever
produced, the wide magnification factor of our
5.5-22 series allows precision accuracy at the
longest ranges, yet at 5.5 power remains highly
effective for shots at close ranges. Nightforce
was the first company committed to perfecting
extreme magnification variable power scopes.
Our years of experience perfecting long-range
optics is evident in every scope we build.
Military & law enforcement
Long-range hunting
Field tactical
Target shooting
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8-32 x 56 Hi-Speed Adjustments, L to R:
.250 MOA with ZeroStop
.250 MOA
.125 MOA
.1 Mil-Radian with ZeroStop
8-32 x 56 NXS
Varmint shooting
Target shooting
Extreme long range
Since 1992, Nightforce has been a winner in countless benchrest
competitions. We have taken that knowledge and success and
combined it with the durability and features of our NXS line
to create the ultimate long-range field and target riflescopes.
Evolved from our tactical line, the 8-32 x 56 and 12-42 x 56 offer
fast adjustments for precise, repeatable shot placement. The
extremely high magnification ranges mean there is now virtually
no target outside the capable shooter’s reach.
now the question becomes:
does your rifle measure up to OUR scope?
It might come as a shock to the
shooter who has just invested
a small fortune in a fine rifle,
but the fact is that a Nightforce
riflescope is built to tolerances
vastly more precise than those
found in the best rifles money
can buy.
Why? Because even the
slightest error in a riflescope's
construction will be magnified
dramatically as range and power
settings increase; and evident
in a constantly shifting zero and
frustrating lack of repeatability.
Quite simply, to achieve the
absolute maximum accuracy from
your rifle, your scope must be as
close to perfect as possible.
Less precise riflescopes can—and
will—fail to match the potential
of a well-made firearm. With
Nightforce, whatever your rifle is
capable of, your riflescope will
more than measure up.
Available with
The Class of F-Class.
Team USA shortly after
winning the 2009 F-T/R
World Championships,
beating out the home
team in Great Britain.
12-42 x 56 NXS
The highest magnification riflescope we make. It provides
optical resolution comparable to the highest quality
spotting scopes and unsurpassed clarity across the entire
magnification range. Both the 8-32 and 12-42 utilize 56mm
objectives specifically designed for optimum resolution
under all conditions—even at the highest magnification.
In the past, accomplished long-range shooters could only
wish for a scope equal to the capability of modern flatshooting calibers. The question now becomes, does your
rifle measure up to the 12-42 x 56 NXS?
12-42 x 56 Hi-Speed
adjustments, L to R:
.250 MOA
.125 MOA
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Varmint shooting
Target shooting
Extreme long range
John Whidden has a lot to smile about
these days. He was a member of the
winning Herrick Trophy team at Camp
Perry. Twice, he’s won the National
Championships for Long Range
Highpower and the Canadian Cup.
Several times he’s taken Georgia State
1000 yard and 600 yard championships.
All with Nightforce Optics.
SGT Brandon Green,
winner of the 2008 and
2007 Wimbledon Cup
national championships
as part of the USAMU
Service Rifle Team. He
also set a new match
record in Long Range
AGG, took first in 1000
yard Division B, and
second in 600 yard
Division B at the 2008
Interservice Highpower
Championships, all with
Nightforce.
We put our heart and
soul into building
the ultimate optical
instruments, and
we’re extremely proud
of the long-standing
commitment of
competitors like Sgt.
Green to Nightforce.
After all, we’re shooters,
too. And we like to win
as much as anyone does.
Detailed information and
tutorials on Nightforce
products can be found at
www.nightforceoptics.com.
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Nightforce compact NXS models prove that
a riflescope needn’t be large and bulky to
be highly efficient. Not that building a small
scope offering high performance is easy.
Like a fine watch, tolerances, materials,
and optical design must be as close to
absolute perfection as humanly possible.
Few companies have the skill, the resources,
and the desire to create such a precision
instrument. Our compacts were originally
designed for—and are still in use by—the
U.S. Special Operations community, whose
demands are uncompromising. When you
hunt with a Nightforce compact, you won’t be
making any compromises, either. All you’ll be
giving up is bulk, weight, and inconvenience.
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According to one U.S. sniper in Iraq,
Nightforce “holds and retains zero, even
after getting banged around a little.” If
you saw how thoroughly we test every
scope before it leaves our facility, a little
“banging around” is of no concern at all.
Why are there so few riflescopes on the market offering
variable magnification beginning at a true one power? It
is extremely difficult to build a true 1x variable riflescope
while maintaining absolute optical integrity and alignment
throughout the entire magnification range. For the hunter,
having the option of one power—zero magnification—makes
our 1-4 x 24 NXS the only true substitute for open sights on a
dangerous game rifle. For the military/LE professional, it can be
a lifesaver in CQB situations (especially with our FC-2 reticle). A
top choice for three-gun competitive shooting as well.
Nightforce compacts are available with
two types of adjustments:
NXS Compacts are available
with .250 MOA and
.1 Mil-Radian adjustments.
1-4 x 24 NXS
If hunting big, dangerous game is your passion, there is no
better scope on the market to keep the odds in your favor. The
true one power of this low-profile scope makes it as quick as
open sights and vastly more precise. With a 100-foot field of
view at 100 yards, target identification and acquisition is instant.
Ideal for hunting dangerous game at close quarters, especially
with large magnum calibers, these same characteristics make
the 1-4 x 24 NXS to excel in CQB environments and tactical
competitions. In all these situations, one fast and
accurate shot makes all the difference.
The 1-4 x 24 NXS will
deliver.
Dangerous game
Military and law enforcement
CQB applications
Tactical competition
1. Fully enclosed with caps (shown with caps removed at left; caps
installed on 1-4 x 24 at right). Windage and elevation controls are easily
adjusted with fingertips.
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2. Exposed tactical-style adjustments are standard with Nightforce
ZeroStop™ and windage limiter technology. With the ZeroStop™, after
sighting in your rifle you can lock your zero to any one of the 400 elevation
clicks, then return instantly to absolute zero by feel, regardless of how
many elevation adjustments you have made. Your choice depends upon
the type of shooting you do and whether or not you need instant access to
all adjustments. Other adjustment configurations are also available. Visit
www.nightforceoptics.com for detailed information and tutorials.
Available with
NIGHTFORCE COMPACTS.
BUILT TO TOLERANCES THAT WOULD
MAKE A WATCHMAKER JEALOUS.
2.5-10 x 32 NXS
FC-2™ reticle
NP-1™ reticle
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Illuminated reticles are standard with every Nightforce
scope. Nine illumination levels are easily controlled by a third
adjustment turret on the left side of NXS compact riflescopes.
Our Velocity™ reticles are the answer for a hunter seeking an effective
ballistic solution without complicated calculations. Up to twice as fast
as traditional rangefinding reticles, Velocity™ reticles provide accurate
aim points to 600 yards, plus 5 and 10 mph windage compensation.
After sighting in the rifle, the hunter need not worry about drop charts
or adjustments in the field. The 600-yard Velocity™ reticle is available
on the 2.5-10 x 32 NXS, and a 1000-yard version on 3.5-15x and 5.5-22x
Nightforce NXS scopes. Visit www.nightforceoptics.com and follow the
links to our online ballistic calculator to learn more.
The 2.5-10 x 32 NXS has proven extremely popular with
hunters, law enforcement officers, our armed forces,
and tactical/field shooters. At just 12 inches in length, it
represents the optimum in size-to-weight performance.
A large exit pupil makes for faster target acquisition, and
there are no parallax or focusing issues to slow you down
in the field. It outperforms most larger scopes, proving
that size is no substitute for quality.
Shown with optional
ZeroStop™ and windage
limiter adjustments.
Big game hunting
Tactical competition
Military and law enforcement
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Actual size 10-shot group,
2.815 inches, 1000 yards, by
Matthew D. Kline
8-32 x 56 Precision Benchrest
MORE LONG-RANGE RECORDS
THAN ANY OTHER RIFLESCOPE.
General target shooting
Competition
Since 1992, Nightforce riflescopes have won more
records in long-range benchrest competition—
including several world records in .50 B.M.G. 1000
yard benchrest— than any other scope on the market.
Both Precision Benchrest models include an externally
adjustable illuminated reticle, true .125 moa click values
and a broad range of internal adjustment.
These are not “dual-purpose” or hunting scopes with a
different name. Each was designed and built from the
ground up to answer the specific demands of the longrange benchrest shooter.
World record
shattered!
On September
12, 2010,
Matthew D.
Kline broke
the three-inch
barrier for the
first time with a
new 1000 yard
10-shot Heavy Gun World Record of 2.815 inches,
100-4x. He used a 300 WSM topped with a
Nightforce 8-32 x 56 Precision Benchrest scope.
Our congratulations to Matt.
Ballard dominates F-Class again in 2009
Charles Ballard continues to win with his
Nightforce benchrest scope:
12-42 x 56 Precision Benchrest
2009 NRA Long Range Regional
Championship (F-Open)
Competition
Each of our Precision Benchrest models feature 56mm objectives
and multi-coated lenses, providing the superior resolution
necessary to distinguish fine detail at extremely long ranges. An
adjustable objective allows extra-fine focus to adjust parallax
from 25 yards to infinity.
2009 Spirit of America Fullbore National
Championship (F-Open)
Target adjustments are calibrated in true .125 moa (1/8 click)
values and can be re-indexed to zero after sighting in.
In 2008 he won the U.S. F-Class Nationals,
the NC State F-Class Championship, the
NRA Long Range Regional Championships
(F-Class Open Div.), and set a world
record 200-13x at 1000 yards. In 2007,
600- and 1000-yard national records. “My
12x42 Nightforce played a huge part,”
Charles said. “The 1/8 moa adjustment and
high magnification are must on the new
reduced F-Class targets. Nightforce scopes
have flawless tracking, lash-free parallax
adjustment, superior resolution and
unequalled light transmission. Combined
with the unobstructed view of the NP-2DD
reticle, and you have the finest F-Class
riflescope available.”
Both Precision Benchrest riflescopes are equipped with a coil
spring plunger return system to maximize tracking accuracy.
The eyepiece provides fast reticle focusing, and a glass-etched
illuminated reticle provides optimum image/reticle contrast
under virtually any lighting conditions.
You have two choices of magnification ranges. But only one
choice in the ultimate benchrest riflescopes.
Detailed information and
tutorials on Nightforce
products can be found at
www.nightforceoptics.com.
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2009 NC State F-Class Championship
2009 US F-Class Championship
Another year, another
world record with Nightforce
Every year since 2003, Leo Anderson has added
more and more titles to his collection of 1000-yard
world records. 2011 has been no different, with his
new 1000-yard world records for the 17 lb. class,
six-match Aggregate and ten-match Aggregate.
Leo said, “to shoot the best you have to shoot the
best equipment. That’s why I shoot Nightforce.
Customer service is excellent…Nightforce is a
great company to deal with.”
2006 World Record
Cody Finch produced a new 1000yard world record for group (Light
Gun Class) in 2006, placing 10
shots in 3.835" with his Nightforce
12-42 x 56. “I honestly think it's
the best scope out there,” he said.
“If you want to win at this game,
you'd better use a Nightforce.”
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Unimount
the only possible way to
improve a nightforce scope.
Nightforce steel rings
Nightforce one-piece
steel bases
An integral recoil lug machined on the bottom of the base (Rem
700 and HS700) provides a precise fit when bedded to rifle actions,
preventing any movement of the base or recoil stress on screws
holding the base to the receiver.
Our one-piece bases are machined to exact Mil. Std. 1913
specification rail dimensions. This design allows the same scope to
be used on several different rifles, always optimizing eye relief. A 20
Minute of Angle (moa) taper is standard, with a 40 moa taper offered
for Remington 700 bases. Designed for right-or left-hand actions, our
bases will never interfere with loading or extraction.
Designed to fit Mil. Std. 1913
scope bases, we machine a
load-bearing recoil lug on the
grade eight crossbolt. This lug
precisely matches the machined
cross lug of the Nightforce base,
providing perfect alignment and
superior accuracy.
We design and produce
Nightforce 30mm rings inhouse to our own exacting
specifications; we believe they
are the highest quality rings
available on the market.
The Nightforce Unimount is designed to remain on the scope at all times,
allowing quick removal of the scope or interfacing with different firearms. It
is the most accurate Mil. Std. 1913 mount available, incorporating a built-in
20 moa taper to maximize long-range capability. The Unimount is the ultimate
mount for attaching to weapons with an integral Mil. Std. 1913 flat
top-type receiver.
The finest riflescope in
the world is only as good
as its mounts. That’s why
we recommend Nightforce
rings and bases to make
certain you’re getting every
bit of performance from your
Nightforce riflescope.
Our bases are CNC machined
from a single billet of steel.
They are precision machined
to match the receiver
contour, ensuring straight
and true alignment. This
also reduces the amount of
internal adjustment required
when zeroing your rifle. All
Nightforce rings and bases
exceed military design
specifications. They are tough,
reliable, utterly precise, and
are the perfect match for your
Nightforce riflescope.
Precise tolerances ensure that the riflescope is not
subjected to stress, strain or bending as the ring
screws are tightened. CNC machined from 7075-T6, the
Unimount is finished with a matte black coating.
Ultralite rings
Ultralite Unimount
When a tough, reliable mounting system
is required without adding substantial
weight, Nightforce Ultralite rings are the
answer. They feature CNC machined 7075T6 hard anodized black aluminum bodies
and titanium beta series crossbolts and
jaws. This unique construction provides
exceptional strength, normally not found in
lightweight rings. Testing has proven that this
combination is actually
stronger than steel.
Detailed specifications on our
mounts and rings can be found at
www.nightforceoptics.com.
Direct Mount
Only 1/3 the weight
of steel rings.
Nightforce two-piece
tapered steel bases
Also made to Mil. Std. 1913 specifications, our two-piece
bases are machined with a 20 moa taper and finished
with a matte black mil-spec coating. Allows mounting of
scope to retain the maximum amount of internal elevation
adjustment. This will allow you to shoot further and still
maintain a 100 yard or less zero.
Nightforce gunsmith
bases (steel or aluminum alloy)
These Mil. Std. 1913 base blanks allow you to
customize the length, height, radius and hole spacing
to your specific application. Standard taper is 20
Minutes of Angle (20 moa).
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This Nightforce system combines a high quality CNC machined 7075-T6 hard anodized
aluminum base with an integrated ring design. Built to mount directly to your Remington
700 short or long actions, the 20 moa taper maximizes internal adjustment. The Direct
Mount ensures true alignment and maximum strength for precision shooting. Like all
Nightforce mounts, it incorporates an integral recoil lug which prevents any movement
of the base or stress on the screws attaching the Direct Mount to the receiver. It is the
ultimate in a weight-saving one-piece design.
Nightforce Angle Degree Indicator with Mount
Available in
six heights:
.885
1.00
1.125
1.265
1.375
1.50
The Nightforce Angle Degree Indicator takes the guesswork
out of uphill and downhill shots. Calibrated in degrees,
it gives you an instant readout which you can enter
Top Ring Bubble Level/ADI
directly into the Nightforce ballistic software
Replaces the top ring of our
program on your pocket PC or use with a preUnimount, Direct Mount and standard printed angle drop chart. It is available in two
rings without a Mil. Std. 1913 base.
versions: (1) a two-piece, low-profile Mil-Std. 1913
Available with integral ADI mount or
mount for one-piece bases that allows
as top ring/bubble level only.
easy installation without removing the
scope (shown below); and (2) as part of our
top ring bubble level system (at left). It is
simple, robust, and requires no batteries.
Available in right-hand or left-hand rifle
action configurations.
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online accuracy:
The velocity™ reticle calculator.
The unique online Nightforce Velocity™ Reticle
Calculator was created to maximize the precision and
effectiveness of Nightforce Velocity™ reticles. It will
give you step-by-step instructions to establish your
rifle’s individual ballistic profile and match it with the
correct Velocity™ reticle and scope. It will then give
you a recommended sight-in distance to optimize
your trajectory from 100 to 600 or 100 to 1000 yards,
depending upon the Velocity™ reticle you choose.
Fast, foolproof and uncomplicated.
The calculator has an extensive built-in library of factory
loads. Handloaders will find a complete database of the
most popular bullet brands and styles. Just pick your
bullet, enter your muzzle velocity and click.
The ultimate accuracy tool.
The Velocity™ Reticle Calculator instantly shows you
standard deviation from a Velocity™ reticle’s markings
at all ranges in 100-yard increments. We’ll make
recommendations based upon our standard of less
than .50 MOA deviation at any range you choose.
Simply select from the ballistic menu options,
enter your muzzle velocity, and click to see the
best Velocity™ reticle match.
Imagine going on a hunt knowing you’ll never have
to guess at how much to hold over. Imagine having
the confidence to shoot consistently and accurately,
whatever your target, to within one-half MOA, even at
extreme ranges.
Tailored for your rifle and your load.
Some manufacturers tout “one-size-fitsall” ballistic reticle designs that require
you to dial down your magnification (not
a good idea when shooting at longer
ranges), in an attempt to match their
reticle’s configuration to your rifle…hardly
a recipe for speed or precision.
Nightforce Velocity™ reticles, in conjunction with our
online calculator, make it a reality. If you’re confident
of the distance to your target, if you’ve practiced
thoroughly during the off season, and if you’ve done
your homework with us—consistent long-range
accuracy is at your fingertips.
Our Velocity™ reticles are offered in
several configurations based upon the
muzzle velocity and caliber of your rifle.
Virtually every modern rifle cartridge
will mesh perfectly with one of our
Velocity™ series, with minimal pointof-impact deviation.
www.nightforcereticlecalculator.com
www.nightforceoptics.com
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Our Velocity™ reticles solve the basic
problems that have historically plagued
the hunter when presented with a long
shot. Now, there’s no guessing. No difficult
calculations. No estimating holdover. No
counting elevation adjustments. Once
you’ve determined the range to your
target, simply choose the appropriate
elevation/windage mark and hold dead
on. They’re up to twice as fast as ordinary
ballistic reticles.
nightforce velocity™ reticles:
a new concept in speed and accuracy.
We’ve made long-range shooting a simpler science.
Detailed information and tutorials
on Nightforce products, including
our Velocity™ reticles, can be found
at www.nightforceoptics.com.
Professional, military and competition
shooters have long appreciated the
precision made possible by sophisticated
ballistic reticles, especially at extreme
ranges. But, for the hunter—or for any
shooter for whom time is of the essence—
traditional ballistic reticle designs are often
too complicated, cumbersome, cluttered
and slow for effective use in the field.
Not any more.
We’ve done all the legwork.
You can even enter atmospheric conditions specific
to your area if you wish, or simply select our default
conditions to get started.
The best of both worlds.
Results are instantly matched to your rifle’s ballistic profile.
It will outline recommended scope/reticle combinations,
suggested sight-in distance, and standard deviation in 100yard increments.
On our website you’ll find an online
calculator in which you enter your chosen
load’s details. It instantly tells you which
Velocity™ reticle is appropriate for your
rifle, and provides an optimum sightin distance to maximize your bullet’s
trajectory. Sight in your rifle according
to these recommendations, and you
won’t have to worry about guessing at
holdovers again.
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Two versions, one result: Accuracy.
Nightforce Velocity™ reticles are offered
in two basic styles: with 600-yard
calibrations for our 2.5-10 x 32 NXS
Compact scopes, and with 1000-yard
calibrations for our 3.5-15x and 5.522x NXS scopes. Like other Nightforce
reticles, illumination is standard.
In addition to holdover markings,
windage compensation in 5 and 10 mph
increments (up to 15 mph on the 1000yard version) are clearly indicated.
Visit www.nightforceoptics.com for
detailed information and tutorials.
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Nightforce Velocity™ reticles
are the ultimate combination
of ballistic and hunting
reticles. They allow precise
shot placement at long ranges
with accurate holdovers, in
a clean, uncluttered design
that won’t interfere with quick
target acquisition and
close-in shots under stress.
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reticles
More detailed information on Nightforce reticles can be found at www.nightforceoptics.com.
Nightforce offers a wide range of sophisticated
reticles that maximize the effectiveness of our
riflescopes. While many scope companies treat
reticles as an afterthought, each Nightforce reticle
is designed for ultimate performance within specific
applications. This is the only way to acheive the
highest degree of repeatable, predictable accuracy
possible…making your choice of reticle almost as
important as your choice of riflescope.
Illumination is standard on all Nightforce reticles.
MLR™
Field tactical
Long-range hunting
.5 mil and 1 mil
divisions allow for
multiple zeroes,
holdover, holdunder and windage
adjustments without
touching elevation
or windage knobs.
Excellent for range
estimation.
Nightforce NXS parallax adjustment and reticle illumination
control is located on the left side of the scope. Pulling out
the adjustment activates reticle illumination, while turning the
adjustment alone adjusts parallax. It is a patented system only
from Nightforce. On fixed-parallax Nightforce NXS scopes, the leftside adjustment controls illumination only.
MOAR™ New for 2012
Field tactical
Long-range hunting
Varmint shooting
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10
10
10
20
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With 1 moa elevation and
windage markings, more
accurate rangefinding and
hold-offs are possible on
smaller targets at longer ranges.
Combined with a floating center
crosshair, this makes for a
reticle extremely fast and easy
to use in the field.
MIL-DOT
Field tactical
20
10
10
10
20
MOAR™ reticles in Nightforce
5.5-22x and 8-32x NXS models
have a 20 MOA scale below
centerline (at left). Reticles in
3.5-15x models have an additional
10 MOA scale below center.
See-through dots and
posts do not obscure
target, allowing for
more precise estimation
of range. 1 mil spacing
between dots
(3.6" at 100 yards).
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NP-R1™
NP-1™
Field tactical
Varmint
Long-range hunting
1 moa elevation spacing
and 2 moa windage spacing
are ideal for precision long
range shooting, benchrest
and all-around use. The
fine reticle subtensions are
effective for rangefinding
objects of various sizes.
Big game hunting
NP-R1 reticles in Nightforce 5.5-22x,
8-32x and 12-42x NXS models show
20 MOA scale below centerline (at
left). In the 3.5-15x, an additional 10
MOA scale below center is indicated
on the reticle.
NP-R2™
FC-2™
Field tactical
Varmint
Long-range hunting
2 moa elevation
and 5 moa windage
increments allow for
multiple zero and
hold points along with
accurate rangefinding.
Excellent for long-range
applications including
big game hunting.
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Superior to duplex
reticles, eliminating
heavy posts that
obstruct your view.
The eye is directed to
center for quick target
acquisition.
CQB
General hunting
NP-R2 reticles in Nightforce 5.5-22x
NXS, 8-32x and 12-42x NXS and
Benchrest models show 20 MOA
scale below centerline (at left). In
the 3.5-15x, an additional 10 MOA
scale below center is indicated on
the reticle.
The center dot provides
a precise aim point,
while the larger circle
gives a wider zone for
fast or moving shots.
The triangle under the
circle can be used as a
10 moa holdover point
from center dot and as
a ranging tool.
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reticles
Our Velocity Reticle Calculator at www.nightforcereticlecalculator.com will select the correct reticle for you.
NP-2DD™
Velocity™ 1000 yard
Varmint hunting
1000-yard benchrest
General hunting & shooting
Precise shot placement to
1000 yards with accurate
holdovers. Available in
LV.5, MV.5, HV, HV.5, HVM,
HVM.5, UHV and UHV.5
configurations relative to
the ballistic profile of
your rifle.
Unobstructed field of
view and precise moa
reference markings
serve the predator
hunter and benchrest
competitor equally well.
Simple and effective at
close and long ranges.
Hail to the hero
“ I have used Nightforce exclusively for all of my F-Class
shooting since 2001. I’ve used them to win a good number
of gold medals in State, Regional, National and World
Championships. Just this year [2011] my 12-42x allowed
me to win the Creedmoor Match in Ireland and the U.S.
Fullbore F-Class Nationals in Raton, NM by a good margin.
I am asked quite often by new shooters, ‘What scope
should I buy?’ My answer is always the same…Nightforce.”
—Larry Bartholome, U.S. F-Class Open Rifle Team
NP-1RR™
Varmint hunting
Long-range hunting
Works on the principle
of known target
size to provide easy
rangefinding and quick,
accurate compensation
for wind drift and
bullet drop.
800
700
600
500
400
300
1000 yards, 10 shots, 3.04 inches
“After researching several scope brands,
I purchased a Nightforce 12-42 in 1997…
I can honestly say Nightforce is in a
league of its own. My first Nightforce
scope had its 12th birthday this year
[2009] and was instrumental in helping
me achieve a new World Record.”
—Joel Pendergraft
CH-2™
High-power competition
Designed for long-range,
high-power competition.
.200 moa dot on a .036
moa crosshair (at 22x).
Dot is calibrated for
scored shooting on NRA
high-power targets. The
choice of the U.S. Army
Marksmanship Unit.
Limited availability.
Good as gold
Velocity™ 600 yard
General hunting
3
4
5
6
Precise shot placement
to 600 yards with
accurate holdovers.
Low, medium and high
velocity configurations.
Available in our
2.5-10 x 32 NXS only.
Detailed information and
tutorials on Nightforce
products can be found at
www.nightforceoptics.com.
Using Nightforce 12-42 x 56
NXS scopes, Team Savage
won the 2010 National
Championships Team Match,
taking the 600 and 1000 yard
phases, setting a new 1000
yard national record, and
outscoring all nine competing
F-TR teams. “The mirage
was particularly fierce,”
said Darrell Buell, Team USA
captain. “The quality of our
optics played a significant
role in the win.”
Our sincerest thanks…
To all our customers and friends who so kindly share
their adventures, accomplishments and photographs
with us. If you have a Nightforce story, please share it
with us. We read and appreciate every one.
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Darrell does it again
2011 was a good year for the
U.S. F-T/R Team. Using the
best equipment available,
including Nightforce NXS
scopes, the Combined Team
won the new Creedmoor
Cup in Ireland. Team
Captain Darrell Buell won
the Irish National Individual
Championships (800, 900,
1000 yards). “My scope
worked flawlessly, as usual,”
Darrell said, “from ranges
as short as 300 yards all the
way out to 1233 yards.”
It takes a licking…
“I built preference points in
Colorado for nearly a dozen
years…I practiced diligently with
my Christensen Custom rifle topped
with my Nightforce Velocity™ 1000
yard reticle. Snow covered a lot
of extremely slippery rocks…I slid
down a steep bank smacking rifle
and scope against several rocks as
I grabbed for anything to save my
life. The pistol grip on my stock was
bashed in and there were several
deep marks on the scope. I knew I
would need to sight my gun back
in. I took shots at 25, 100 and the
recommended 210-yard sight-in
range…I was amazed to see that the
gun was still perfectly sighted in.
Nine days later, I harvested a good
buck at 375 yards with one shot.
The Nightforce mounting system
and scope itself must be about
bulletproof.”
—Michael Deming, President,
Sportsman’s News
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The 3.5-15 x 50 F1 NXS is the answer.
The reticle is located in the first focal
plane, which has distinct advantages
in high-stress situations and when the
user might encounter targets from upclose to 1000 yards or more.
A first focal plane reticle remains
in the same visual proportion
to the target across the scope’s
entire magnification range, making
it especially appropriate with
rangefinding reticles. Combined with
Nightforce highly tactile and intuitive
adjustments, it makes for a scope
that is extremely quick, accurate,
responsive and utterly reliable.
NP-RF1™
MLR2.0™
MD2.0™
LV.5™
Nightforce ZeroStop adjustments
are standard in the F1. In addition,
a set of Nightforce Ultralite rings is
included (A101).
Visit www.nightforceoptics.com
for complete details.
“I shot three bucks with a 3.5-15 x 50 F1 NXS
with LV.5™ reticle on my .308, two of them at
400 yards…all with one shot. Some of the guys I
was hunting with never heard of Nightforce, but
they know it now. The LV.5 is perfect for hunting…
thanks for a great American-made product.”
—Robert J. Driver, Monroe, WI
Several reticles are offered exclusively
in the F1, each designed to maximize
effectiveness of the first focal plane location.
F1 Hi-Speed adjustments, L to R:
.250 MOA with ZeroStop
.1 Mil-Radian with ZeroStop
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The U.S. military asked for a scope
that is exceptionally fast and
applicable to a wide range of targets
at various distances.
Every Nightforce riflescope is guaranteed against defects in
materials and workmanship for as long as you own it. Please
refer to the back cover for warranty details. All service work is
performed in-house at our headquarters in central Idaho.
NX
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NX
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specifications
NX
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THE NIGHTFORCE 3.5-15 x 50 f1.
first focal plane.
FIRST IN SPEED AND ACCURACY.
Objective diameter
56 mm
50 mm
56 mm
56 mm
56 mm
56 mm
56 mm
50 mm
24 mm
32 mm
50 mm
Exit pupil diameter
12x: 4.7 mm
8x: 5.6 mm 12x: 4 mm
1x: 16 mm 2.5x: 13.3 mm 3.5x: 14.3 mm 3.5x: 11.5 mm 3.5x: 14.5 mm 5.5x: 9.1 mm 5.5x: 10.2 mm 8x: 7.0 mm
42x: 1.3 mm
32x: 1.7 mm 42x: 1.4 mm
22x: 2.3 mm 22x: 2.5 mm
32x: 1.8 mm
4x: 6 mm
10x: 3.3 mm 15x: 3.6 mm 15x: 3.2 mm 15x: 4.0 mm
Field of view @100 yards/100 meters
3.5x: 27.6 ft
5.5x: 17.5 ft
5.5x: 17.5 ft
8x: 12.1 ft
12x: 8.2 ft
8x: 9.4 ft
12x: 6.7 ft
3.5x: 28 ft
1x: 100 ft
2.5x: 44 ft
3.5x: 27.6 ft
15x: 7.3 ft
22x: 4.7 ft
42x: 2.3 ft
42x: 2.4 ft
32x: 3.1 ft
22x: 4.7 ft
32x: 3.1 ft
15x: 8.7 ft
4x: 25 ft
10x: 11 ft
15x: 7.3 ft
5.5x: 5.3 m
5.5x: 5.3 m
8x: 3.7 m
12x: 2.5 m
8x: 2.9 m
12x: 2 m
3.5x: 8.5 m 3.5x: 8.4 m
1x: 30.5 m 2.5x: 13.4 m 3.5x: 8.4 m
15x: 2.2 m
22x: 1.4 m
22x: 1.4 m
32x: 1 m
42x: 0.7 m
32x: 1 m
42x: 0.7 m
15x: 2.6 m
4x: 7.6 m
10x: 3.4 m
15x: 2.2 m
Eye relief
98 mm/3.8"
75 mm/2.9" 75 mm/2.9"
95 mm/3.7" 99 mm/3.9"
98 mm/3.8"
90 mm/3.5" 95 mm/3.7" 99 mm/3.9" 80 mm/3.15" 97 mm/3.8"
Internal adjustment range (MOA/Mil)
e: 110 moa
e: 100 moa
e: 100 moa
e: 65 moa
e: 45 moa
e: 50 moa
e: 40 moa
e: 110 moa
e: 100 moa e: 100 moa
e: 110 moa
w: 80 moa
w: 60 moa
w: 60 moa
w: 45 moa
w: 35 moa
w: 50 moa
w: 40 moa
w: 80 moa
w: 100 moa w: 100 moa
w: 80 moa
e: 30 mil
e: 27.3 mil
e: 27.3 mil
e: 17.7 mil
e: 12.3 mil
e: 13.6 mil
e: 10.9 mil
e: 30 mil
e: 27.3 mil e: 27.3 mil
e: 30 mil
w: 21.8 mil
w: 16.4 mil
w: 16.4 mil
w: 12.3 mil
w: 9.5 mil
w: 13.6 mil
w: 10.9 mil
w: 21.8 mil
w: 27.3 mil w: 27.3 mil
w: 21.8 mil
Click value
.250 moa
.250 moa
.250 moa
.125/ .250 moa .125/.250 moa .125 moa
.125 moa
.250 moa
.250 moa
.250 moa
.250 moa
.1 mil-rad
.1 mil-rad
.1 mil-rad
.1 mil-rad
.1 mil-rad
.1 mil-rad
.1 mil-rad
.1 mil-rad
Tube diameter
30 mm/1.18" 30 mm/1.18" 30 mm/1.18" 30 mm/1.18"
30 mm/1.18" 30 mm/1.18" 30 mm/1.18" 30 mm/1.18" 30 mm/1.18" 30 mm/1.18" 30 mm/1.18"
Ocular lens diameter
36 mm
36 mm
36 mm
36 mm
36 mm
36 mm
36 mm
36 mm
33 mm
33 mm
36 mm
Overall length (inches/mm)
14.8/376
15.1/384
15.9/404
16.1/409
16.6/422
17/432
15.2/386
14.8/376
8.8/224
12/305
14.7/373
Weight (ounces/grams)
31/879
31/879
34/964
34/964
36/1021
36/1021
32/907
30/850
17/482
19/539
30 /850
Mounting length (inches/mm)
5.8/147
6.6/168
6.7/170
6.9/175
5.5/140
5.9/150
6.6/168
6.2/157
5.4/137
5.7/145
6.1/155
Reticles available (illuminated reticles standard on all Nightforce scopes except for certain special contract products)
NP-R1™
NP-R1™
NP-R1™
NP-R1™
NP-R1™
NP-R2™
NP-R1™
NP-RF1™
NP-1™
NP-1™
NP-R1™
NP-R2™
NP-R2™
NP-R2™
NP-R2™
NP-R2™
NP-R2™
NP-2DD™
MLR2.0™
NP-R2™
FC-2™
NP-R2™
MLR™
MLR™
MLR™
NP-2DD™
NP-2DD™
NP-2DD™
CH2™**
MD2.0™
MIL-DOT
MIL-DOT
MLR™
MIL-DOT
MIL-DOT
MIL-DOT
MIL-DOT
MLR™
CH2™
CH2™**
LV.5™
MIL-DOT
LV™
LV.5™ MV.5™ HV.5™
HV.5™
MIL-DOT
MLR™
MIL-DOT
MV™
LV.5™ MV.5™ H58
™
™
™
™
™
™
™
™
HV HV.5
HVM
HVM
MOAR *
MIL-DOT
HV
HV HV.5
HVM™ HVM.5™ HVM.5™
HVM.5™
HVM™ HVM.5™
* New for 2012
™
™
™
™
™
UHV UHV.5 UHV
UHV™
UHV UHV.5
**Limited availability
MOAR™*
UHV.5™
UHV.5™
MOAR™*
Velocity™ reticle information is found on page 19
MOAR™*
MOAR™*
ZeroStop option available?
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
No
No
Standard
Yes
Yes
Yes
H58
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The H58 is a product of Horus Vision, LLC. All trademarks and copyrights apply.
Specifications subject to change without notice. Visit www.nightforceoptics.com for up-to-date information.
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PRODUCT REFERENCE
Part No.
Product description
Part No.
Product description
Part No.
Product description
Part No.
Product description
C124
C122
C126
C127
C118
C123
C285
C286
C288
C296
C294
C295
C289
C290
C297
C299
C298
C291
NXS Compact models/second focal plane reticles
NXS - 1-4x24mm - .250 MOA - NP-1
NXS - 1-4x24mm - .250 MOA - FC-2
NXS - 1-4x24mm - .250 MOA - Mil-Dot
NXS - 1-4x24mm - ZeroStop - .250 MOA - WL - NP-1
NXS - 1-4x24mm - ZeroStop - .250 MOA - WL - FC-2
NXS - 1-4x24mm - ZeroStop - .250 MOA - WL - Mil-Dot
NXS - 2.5-10x32mm - .250 MOA - NP-1
NXS - 2.5-10x32mm - .250 MOA - NP-R2
NXS - 2.5-10x32mm - .250 MOA - Mil-Dot
NXS - 2.5-10x32mm - .250 MOA - LV
NXS - 2.5-10x32mm - .250 MOA - MV
NXS - 2.5-10x32mm - .250 MOA - HV
NXS - 2.5-10x32mm - ZeroStop - .250 MOA - WL - NP-R2
NXS - 2.5-10x32mm - ZeroStop - .250 MOA - WL - Mil-Dot
NXS - 2.5-10x32mm - ZeroStop - .250 MOA - WL - LV
NXS - 2.5-10x32mm - ZeroStop - .250 MOA - WL - MV
NXS - 2.5-10x32mm - ZeroStop - .250 MOA - WL - HV
NXS - 2.5-10x32mm - ZeroStop - .1 Mil-Radian - WL - Mil-Dot
NXS F1 15x models/first focal plane reticles
ZeroStop™ and NF 100 UL Ultralite rings included
NXS - 3.5-15x50mmF1 - ZeroStop - .250 MOA - NP-RF1
NXS - 3.5-15x50mmF1 - ZeroStop - .250 MOA - LV.5
NXS - 3.5-15x50mmF1 - ZeroStop - .250 MOA - MLR2.0
NXS - 3.5-15x50mmF1 - ZeroStop - .250 MOA - MD2.0
NXS - 3.5-15x50mmF1 - ZeroStop - .1 Mil-Radian - MLR2.0
NXS - 3.5-15x50mmF1 - ZeroStop - .1 Mil-Radian - MD2.0
NXS - 3.5-15x50mmF1 - ZeroStop - .1 Mil-Radian - H-58
C115
C112
C111
C109
Benchrest 32x models/second focal plane reticles
NF - 8-32x56mm - .125 MOA - NP-1RR
NF - 8-32x56mm - .125 MOA - NP-R2
NF - 8-32x56mm - .125 MOA - NP-2DD
NF - 8-32x56mm - .125 MOA - Mil-Dot
A128
A129
A119
A122
A120
A121
A163
A179
A130
A133
Accessories
Top Half of Ring w/ Level
Top Half of Ring w/ Level & Mount
Angle Degree Indicator - LH (For left-hand actions)
Angle Degree Indicator - RH (For right-hand actions)
Angle Degree Indicator w/ Mount LH (For left-hand actions)
Angle Degree Indicator w/ Mount RH (For right-hand actions)
1913 Mil-Spec Mount for Angle Degree Indicator
Angle Degree Indicators w/various mounting options
Torque Wrench - 68 Inch/Lb
Optical Cleaning Kit
Fob Lens Cloth
NXS 15x models/second focal plane reticles
NXS - 3.5-15x50mm - .250 MOA - NP-R1
NXS - 3.5-15x50mm - .250 MOA - NP
NXS - 3.5-15x50mm - .250 MOA - MLR
NXS - 3.5-15x50mm - .250 MOA - Mil-Dot
NXS - 3.5-15x50mm - .250 MOA - MOAR™ NXS - 3.5-15x50mm - ZeroStop - .250 MOA - NP-R1
NXS - 3.5-15x50mm - ZeroStop - .250 MOA - NP-R2
NXS - 3.5-15x50mm - ZeroStop - .250 MOA - MLR
NXS - 3.5-15x50mm - ZeroStop - .250 MOA - Mil-Dot
NXS - 3.5-15x50mm - ZeroStop - .250 MOA - MOAR™ NXS - 3.5-15x50mm - ZeroStop - .250 MOA - LV.5
NXS - 3.5-15x50mm - ZeroStop - .250 MOA - MV.5
NXS - 3.5-15x50mm - ZeroStop - .250 MOA - HV
NXS - 3.5-15x50mm - ZeroStop - .250 MOA - HV.5
NXS - 3.5-15x50mm - ZeroStop - .250 MOA - HVM
NXS - 3.5-15x50mm - ZeroStop - .250 MOA - HVM.5
NXS - 3.5-15x50mm - ZeroStop - .250 MOA - UHV
NXS - 3.5-15x50mm - ZeroStop - .250 MOA - UHV.5
NXS - 3.5-15x50mm - ZeroStop - .1 Mil-Radian - MLR
NXS - 3.5-15x50mm - ZeroStop - .1 Mil-Radian - Mil-Dot
NXS - 3.5-15x56mm - .250 MOA - NP-R1
NXS - 3.5-15x56mm - .250 MOA - NP-R2
NXS - 3.5-15x56mm - .250 MOA - MLR
NXS - 3.5-15x56mm - .250 MOA - Mil-Dot
NXS - 3.5-15x56mm - .250 MOA - MOAR™ NXS - 3.5-15x56mm - ZeroStop - .250 MOA - NP-R1
NXS - 3.5-15x56mm - ZeroStop - .250 MOA - NP-R2
NXS - 3.5-15x56mm - ZeroStop - .250 MOA - MLR
NXS - 3.5-15x56mm - ZeroStop - .250 MOA - Mil-Dot
NXS - 3.5-15x56mm - ZeroStop - .250 MOA - MOAR™ NXS - 3.5-15x56mm - ZeroStop - .250 MOA - LV.5
NXS - 3.5-15x56mm - ZeroStop - .250 MOA - MV.5
NXS - 3.5-15x56mm - ZeroStop - .250 MOA - HV
NXS - 3.5-15x56mm - ZeroStop - .250 MOA - HV.5
NXS - 3.5-15x56mm - ZeroStop - .250 MOA - HVM
NXS - 3.5-15x56mm - ZeroStop - .250 MOA - HVM.5
NXS - 3.5-15x56mm - ZeroStop - .250 MOA - UHV
NXS - 3.5-15x56mm - ZeroStop - .250 MOA - UHV.5
NXS - 3.5-15x56mm - ZeroStop - .1 Mil-Radian - MLR
NXS - 3.5-15x56mm - ZeroStop - .1 Mil-Radian - Mil-Dot
NXS 22x models/second focal plane reticles
NXS - 5.5-22x50mm - .250 MOA - NP-R1
NXS - 5.5-22x50mm - .250 MOA - NP-R2
NXS - 5.5-22x50mm - .250 MOA - MLR
NXS - 5.5-22x50mm - .250 MOA - Mil-Dot
NXS - 5.5-22x50mm - .250 MOA - MOAR™ NXS - 5.5-22x50mm - ZeroStop - .250 MOA - NP-R1
NXS - 5.5-22x50mm - ZeroStop - .250 MOA - NP-R2
NXS - 5.5-22x50mm - ZeroStop - .250 MOA - Mil-Dot
NXS - 5.5-22x50mm - ZeroStop - .250 MOA - MOAR™ NXS - 5.5-22x50mm - ZeroStop - .250 MOA - HV.5
NXS - 5.5-22x50mm - ZeroStop - .250 MOA - HVM
NXS - 5.5-22x50mm - ZeroStop - .250 MOA - HVM.5
NXS - 5.5-22x50mm - ZeroStop - .250 MOA - UHV
NXS - 5.5-22x50mm - ZeroStop - .250 MOA - UHV.5
NXS - 5.5-22x50mm - ZeroStop - .1 Mil-Radian - MLR
NXS - 5.5-22x50mm - ZeroStop - .1 Mil-Radian - Mil-Dot
NXS - 5.5-22x56mm - .250 MOA - NP-1
NXS - 5.5-22x56mm - .250 MOA - NP-R1
NXS - 5.5-22x56mm - .250 MOA - NP-R2
NXS - 5.5-22x56mm - .250 MOA - MLR
NXS - 5.5-22x56mm - .250 MOA - Mil-Dot
NXS - 5.5-22x56mm - .250 MOA - MOAR™ NXS - 5.5-22x56mm - ZeroStop - .250 MOA - NP-1
NXS - 5.5-22x56mm - ZeroStop - .250 MOA - NP-R1
NXS - 5.5-22x56mm - ZeroStop - .250 MOA - NP-R2
NXS - 5.5-22x56mm - ZeroStop - .250 MOA - Mil-Dot
NXS - 5.5-22x56mm - ZeroStop - .250 MOA - MOAR™ NXS - 5.5-22x56mm - ZeroStop - .250 MOA - HV.5
NXS - 5.5-22x56mm - ZeroStop - .250 MOA - HVM
NXS - 5.5-22x56mm - ZeroStop - .250 MOA - HVM.5
NXS - 5.5-22x56mm - ZeroStop - .250 MOA - UHV
NXS - 5.5-22x56mm - ZeroStop - .250 MOA - UHV.5
NXS - 5.5-22x56mm - ZeroStop - .1 Mil-Radian - MLR
NXS - 5.5-22x56mm - ZeroStop - .1 Mil-Radian - Mil-Dot
C355
C356
C357
C358
C359
C360
C361
C130
C131
C141
C135
C427
C133
C134
C144
C136
C429
C393
C394
C395
C396
C397
C398
C399
C400
C132
C142
C173
C176
C179
C168
C428
C169
C181
C172
C170
C430
C409
C410
C411
C412
C413
C414
C415
C416
C177
C178
C197
C193
C207
C204
C431
C194
C195
C205
C433
C364
C365
C366
C367
C368
C202
C196
C245
C230
C231
C238
C239
C432
C222
C236
C234
C243
C434
C374
C375
C376
C377
C378
C237
C244
C307
C310
C312
C306
C308
C438
C348
C349
C350
C351
C352
C437
C317
C320
C322
C353
C354
NXS 32x models/second focal plane reticles
NXS - 8-32x56mm - .250 MOA - NP-R1
NXS - 8-32x56mm - .250 MOA - NP-R2
NXS - 8-32x56mm - .250 MOA - NP-2DD
NXS - 8-32x56mm - .250 MOA - MLR
NXS - 8-32x56mm - .250 MOA - Mil-Dot
NXS - 8-32x56mm - .250 MOA - MOAR™ NEW
NXS - 8-32x56mm - ZeroStop - .250 MOA - NP-R1
NXS - 8-32x56mm - ZeroStop - .250 MOA - NP-R2
NXS - 8-32x56mm - ZeroStop - .250 MOA - NP-2DD
NXS - 8-32x56mm - ZeroStop - .250 MOA - MLR
NXS - 8-32x56mm - ZeroStop - .250 MOA - Mil-Dot
NXS - 8-32x56mm - ZeroStop - .250 MOA - MOAR™ NEW
NXS - 8-32x56mm - .125 MOA - NP-R1
NXS - 8-32x56mm - .125 MOA - NP-R2
NXS - 8-32x56mm - .125 MOA - NP-2DD
NXS - 8-32x56mm - ZeroStop - .1 Mil-Radian - MLR
NXS - 8-32x56mm - ZeroStop - .1 Mil-Radian - Mil-Dot
C331
C330
C329
C333
C335
C328
C341
C340
C339
NXS 42x models/second focal plane reticles
NXS - 12-42x56mm - .250 MOA - NP-R1
NXS - 12-42x56mm - .250 MOA - NP-R2
NXS - 12-42x56mm - .250 MOA - NP-2DD
NXS - 12-42x56mm - .250 MOA - CH-2
NXS - 12-42x56mm - .250 MOA - MLR
NXS - 12-42x56mm - .250 MOA - Mil-Dot
NXS - 12-42x56mm - .125 MOA - NP-R1
NXS - 12-42x56mm - .125 MOA - NP-R2
NXS - 12-42x56mm - .125 MOA - NP-2DD
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NEW NEW
NEW
NEW NEW
NEW
NEW
Benchrest 42x models/second focal plane reticles
C104
NF - 12-42x56mm - .125 MOA - NP-R2
C107
NF - 12-42x56mm - .125 MOA - NP-2DD
C102
NF - 12-42x56mm - .125 MOA - Mil-Dot
Nightforce rings, bases & accessories
Nightforce rings (steel)
A117
Ring Set - .885 Low - 30mm - Steel
A100
Ring Set - 1.00 Medium - 30mm - Steel
A104
Ring Set - 1.125 High - 30mm - Steel
A109
Ring Set - 1.375 X-High - 30mm - Steel
NEW
A118
A101
A107
A108
A110
A203
Nightforce Ultralite rings (titanium/alloy)
Ring Set - .885 Low - 30mm - Ultralite
Ring Set - 1.00 Medium - 30mm - Ultralite
Ring Set - 1.125 High - 30mm - Ultralite
Ring Set - 1.265 Intermediate - 30mm - Ultralite
Ring Set - 1.375 X-High - 30mm - Ultralite
Ring Set - 1.5 Extreme - 30mm - Ultralite A190
A191
A103
A106
A102
A105
Nightforce Ultralite one-piece ring/base mounts (titanium/alloy)
Unimount 1.125” - 20 MOA - 30mm
Unimount 1.375” - 20 MOA - 30mm
Above items mount to 1913 Mil-standard rail/base
Direct Mount - Rem 700 SA 1.0” Med. - 20 MOA - 30mm
Direct Mount - Rem 700 SA 1.125” High - 20 MOA - 30mm
Direct Mount - Rem 700 LA 1.0” Med. - 20 MOA - 30mm
Direct Mount - Rem 700 LA 1.125” High - 20 MOA - 30mm
Direct Mount attaches to respective Remington 700 actions
A115
A116
A112
A113
A114
A111
A146
A150
A135
A139
A198
A196
A199
A168
A165
A166
A131
A132
Nightforce bases (steel)
Base - Rem 700 SA - 1 pc. - 20 MOA
Base - Rem 700 SA - 1 pc. - 40 MOA
Base - Rem 700 LA - 1 pc. - 20 MOA
Base - Rem 700 LA - 1 pc. - 40 MOA
Base - Rem 700 SA - 2 pc. - 20 MOA
Base - Rem 700 LA - 2 pc. - 20 MOA
Base - HS 700 SA - 1 pc. - 20 MOA (8-40 screws)
Base - HS 700 SA - 1 pc. - 40 MOA (8-40 screws)
Base - HS 700 LA - 1 pc. - 20 MOA (8-40 screws)
Base - HS 700 LA - 1 pc. - 40 MOA (8-40 screws)
Base - Win 70 SA - 1 pc. - 20 MOA
Base - Win 70 LA - 1 pc. - 20 MOA
Base - Win 70 Short Mag - 1 pc. - 20 MOA
Base - Sav SA New Style - 1 pc. - 20 MOA
Base - Sav LA New Style - 1 pc. - 20 MOA
Base - Sav - 2 pc. - New Style - 20 MOA
Aluminum - 1 pc. Blank - 20 MOA
Steel - 1 pc. Blank - 20 MOA
NEW
Slippery slope, tough scope
December dandy
“While deer hunting in a
mountainous area of New York
State, I slipped on black ice
on the way to my stand in the
dark. That morning I shot a
130-inch eight-point whitetail
and a coyote. While gathering
my equipment I noticed my
riflestock was badly cracked
and my scope and rings scuffed.
Fortunately, my Nightforce scope
was totally unaffected by the
fall…point of aim was the point
of impact. Thanks, Nightforce.”
—Dean O’Hanlon, Chester, NY
“With the help of a Nightforce
5.5-22 x 56 and my best friend
Dave from Longbeard Outfitters,
I was able to bring this guy
down this evening [December,
2011]. Thanks to the guys
at Nightforce for making it
possible. There is no alternative,
PERIOD!”
—B. Hemric, Reidsville, NC
Wyoming, October 2011
Mark Cochran of Idaho
took this fine bull at a
witnessed 770 yards with a
Nightforce 5.5-22 x 50 NXS
atop his 7mm Rem. Mag.
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1-4 x 24 NXS
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Australia
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2.5-10 x 32 NXS
3.5-15 x 50 NXS
3.5-15 x 50 F1 NXS
3.5-15 x 56 NXS
5.5-22 x 50 NXS
5.5-22 x 56 NXS
8-32 x 56 NXS
A Lightforce company
Guaranteed for life.
Every commercial Nightforce riflescope
comes with a Limited Lifetime Warranty
which covers mechanical defects in
materials and workmanship in the
optical and mechanical components.
In the event of a covered defect in
materials or workmanship, we will
either repair the riflescope or replace
it at no charge with a comparable
product at our discretion.
12-42 x 56 NXS
8-32 x 56 Precision Benchrest
Exclusions include intentional or
accidental damage, abuse, misuse,
unauthorized modifications or repairs,
and improper mounting.
Contact us or visit www.nightforceoptics.com
for complete details.
12-42 x 56 Precision Benchrest
© Nightforce Optics, Inc. 2012 1/12
All information herein is accurate at time of printing. Some scopes above shown with optional ZeroStop™.