SHOT Show - Hensoldt 3.5-26x56 Scope

Published on January 24, 2012
Duration: 2:36

This video introduces the Hensoldt 3.5-26x56 scope, highlighting its extensive magnification range and compact design. Key features include a large internal adjustment range with 40 Mils total travel, a CR123A battery for reliable illumination in various conditions, and a stack knob design typical of Hensoldt optics. The scope was developed over 18 months and is presented as a high-performance optical solution.

Quick Summary

The Hensoldt 3.5-26x56 scope, introduced at SHOT Show 2012, features a wide 3.5x-26x magnification range and a compact 15.5-inch design. It offers 40 Mils of total internal adjustment and uses a CR123A battery for its illumination system, ensuring reliable performance in diverse conditions.

Chapters

  1. 00:10Introduction and Scope Overview
  2. 00:15Hensoldt 3.5-26x56 Scope Features
  3. 00:21Magnification Range and Size
  4. 00:29Internal Adjustment Range (Mils)
  5. 00:45Battery and Illumination System
  6. 01:04Knob Design and Windage Adjustment
  7. 01:21Development and Optical System
  8. 01:40Live Fire Demonstration

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key features of the Hensoldt 3.5-26x56 scope?

The Hensoldt 3.5-26x56 scope boasts a wide magnification range (3.5x to 26x), a compact 15.5-inch length, and extensive internal adjustment with 40 Mils of total travel. It uses a CR123A battery for its illumination system and features a limited windage knob.

What is the magnification range of the Hensoldt 3.5-26x56 scope?

The Hensoldt 3.5-26x56 scope offers a significant magnification range, starting at 3.5x and extending up to 26x. This provides a magnification range factor of approximately 7.3 to 7.4, making it suitable for various shooting distances.

How much internal adjustment does the Hensoldt 3.5-26x56 scope provide?

This particular Hensoldt 3.5-26x56 scope features 18 Mils of adjustment per revolution across two revolutions, totaling 36 Mils on the adjustment knob. The scope has a total internal travel range of 40 Mils, offering considerable flexibility for zeroing and trajectory compensation.

What type of battery does the Hensoldt 3.5-26x56 scope use for its illumination?

The Hensoldt 3.5-26x56 scope utilizes a CR123A lithium battery for its illumination system. This battery type is known for its good temperature stability, reliable performance in various environmental conditions, and extended shelf life, contributing to the illumination's dependability.

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