Vector Optics Continental 3-18x50 SFP ED Rifle Scope – Premium German Optics for Hunters & Precision Shooters
Discover elite optical clarity and mechanical precision with the Vector Optics Continental 3-18x50 ED SFP Rifle Scope, part of Vector Optics’ top-tier premium line engineered to challenge the most renowned global brands. Featuring German-designed LaREE lenses and VePRO FMC coatings, this scope delivers over 90% light transmission, making it ideal for dawn, dusk, and low-light shooting scenarios.
Designed for Versatility, Built for Performance
This riflescope is perfect for hunters, long-range shooters, and competition marksmen who require reliable, accurate performance across varying distances. With a true 6x zoom ratio (3-18x), you’ll have the versatility to handle fast, close-range target acquisition and confident long-range shot placement — all in one compact optic.
The extra-low dispersion (ED) glass minimizes chromatic aberrations, ensuring high-contrast, razor-sharp images. Whether you're glassing a forest edge at twilight or engaging steel plates in a match, the edge-to-edge image clarity with zero internal black rings provides an immersive field of view.
Key Features & Advantages
- Premium ED Glass: Extra-low dispersion optics correct chromatic aberration, boosting sharpness and color accuracy even at high magnification levels.
- Side Focus Parallax: Side focus adjustable from 15 yards to infinity allows you to maintain visual clarity across all distances.
- True 6x Zoom Range: Smooth transition between 3x for close-up and 18x for long-distance targeting with consistent image performance.
- German #4 Illuminated Reticle: Glass-etched for durability and equipped with six brightness levels for visibility under various light conditions.
- 30mm Monotube Construction: Machined from 6061 T6 aircraft-grade aluminum for strength and light weight; turrets and adjustment system crafted from 7075 T6 for unmatched durability.
- 1/4 MOA Click Adjustments: Features resettable capped turrets with audible, tactile clicks and a total elevation range of 110+ MOA.
- Second Focal Plane Reticle (SFP): Reticle remains consistent in size across magnification levels — ideal for static and hunting engagements.
- Shockproof & Weatherproof: Withstands the recoil of heavy calibers like Lapua Magnum .338. Waterproof, fogproof (nitrogen-purged), and designed to perform in any environment.
- Lifetime Warranty: Covered by Vector Optics' full lifetime replacement and repair warranty.
Technical Specifications
| Optical Parameters |
| Magnification: |
3-18x |
| Objective Lens Diameter: |
50 mm |
| Focal Plane: |
Second Focal Plane (SFP) |
| Eye Relief: |
100 mm / 4.0 inches |
| Exit Pupil: |
16.7 - 2.8 mm |
| Lens Coating: |
Fully Multi-Coated (LaREE + VePRO FMC) |
| Field of View @ 100 yd: |
32.8 – 5.5 ft |
| Reticle: |
Etched Glass German #4 with Illuminated Center Dot |
| Mechanical Parameters |
| Tube Diameter: |
30 mm |
| Parallax Setting: |
15 yards – ∞ (Side Focus) |
| Click Value: |
1/4 MOA |
| Total Elevation Adjustment: |
>110 MOA |
| Turret Style: |
Resettable, Capped, Audible Clicks |
| Construction: |
6061 T6 Tube, 7075 T6 Turrets |
| Shockproof Rating: |
1000 G (Lapua Magnum .338 Rated) |
| Waterproof/Fogproof: |
Yes, Nitrogen Purged |
| Length: |
365 mm / 14.37 inches |
| Weight: |
690 g / 24.3 oz |
Ideal For:
- Big game hunting at dawn and dusk – thanks to ED glass and exceptional low-light performance.
- Precision long-range targeting – with true 6x zoom and 1/4 MOA turrets.
- Competitive shooting – where sharp reticles and quick parallax adjustments give the edge.
- High-recoil rifles – recoil-tested for stability and durability under extreme pressure.
What’s in the Box?
- Vector Optics Continental 3-18x50 SFP Scope
- DIY Spare Tactical Elevation Turret
- Lens Caps
- Cleaning Cloth
- User Manual
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