Nightforce Competition

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ZEISS V8

Nightforce Competition

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ZEISS V8 - V8 NA Premium Hunting

Nightforce Competition

The Nightforce Competition 15-55x52 scope offers exceptional resolving power through its advanced ED glass and superior lens coatings, ensuring outstanding clarity across its entire magnification range. Weighing just 27.8 ounces, it is 24% lighter than the 12-42 x 56 Benchrest scope, enhancing maneuverability without sacrificing performance. This scope features a side parallax adjustment turret for precise focus from 25 yards to infinity, essential for minimizing optical distortion. Hi-Speed windage and elevation adjustments of .125 MOA come standard with ZeroStop, providing positive and repeatable adjustments over a lifetime of use. The non-illuminated DDR-2 reticle offers maximum precision for competitive shooters, making this scope an ideal choice for serious target applications.

ZEISS V8

This riflescope offers unparalleled optical clarity and robust engineering, designed for hunters seeking peak performance in challenging environments. With an impressive 92% light transmission and the Ultra-FL Concept incorporating SCHOTT fluoride glass, it delivers exceptional brightness, color fidelity, and resolution, ensuring precision in even the harshest conditions. The ZEISS T* and LotuTec coatings enhance image clarity by minimizing reflections and repelling water, dirt, and debris for crisp visuals in low-light or adverse weather. Built to endure the most demanding situations, the 30mm main tube is impact-tested to withstand over 800 cycles at 1,000 g-force and multiple cycles at 1,500 g-force. It is waterproof up to 13 feet for two hours, ensuring reliability in extreme environments. The daylight-visible ultra-fine illuminated reticle allows precise aiming with minimal target coverage, making it suitable for dynamic hunting scenarios and long-range precision. The extra-large eyebox enhances quick target acquisition, maximizing success in fast-paced situations.

Basic Details

BrandColorStyleSportItem WeightMaterial
Nightforce CompetitionNightforceBlackModern SportingHunting27.87 OuncesGlass
ZEISS V8ZEISSMatte BlackV8 1-8x24/Capped TurretsHunting47.3 OuncesAluminum

Magnification & Range

MagnificationParallax Setting
Nightforce Competition15-55x25 yards to infinity
ZEISS V81-8x100 yards

Performance Insights

Eye ReliefZoom RatioFOVNight Vision
Nightforce Competition3.5 inches3.7:1‎8.1 DegreesNo
ZEISS V83.74 inches8:138.1 - 4.8 degreesNo

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Diameter & Tube Size

Tube SizeTube DiameterObjective Diameter
Nightforce Competition30mm30mm52mm
ZEISS V830mm30mm24mm

Compatibility

Compatible DevicesMounting Type
Nightforce CompetitionHandgun‎Cantilever Mount
ZEISS V8RifleTraditional Ring Mounts

Additional Features

ReticleMax Elevation Adjustment
Nightforce Competition‎DDR-2100 MOA
ZEISS V8Illuminated Reticle80 MOA

Built for Tough Conditions

WaterproofFogproofShockproof
Nightforce CompetitionYesYesYes
ZEISS V8Yes (Nitrogen Purged and O-ring Sealed)YesYes

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