Vortex Viper HD Straight Spotting Scope

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SKU: Product code: V503

The Vortex Viper HD Straight Spotting Scope combines detailed HD optics with variable magnification for birdwatching, wildlife observation and exploring distant landscapes. Available in 15–45x65 and 20–60x85, the range offers a choice between easier portability and greater magnification.

The straight eyepiece provides a natural viewing direction, making it straightforward to line up the scope with a subject. Choose the smaller 15–45x65 for visits involving several observation points, or the 20–60x85 for studying distant wildlife from a settled position.

Magnification 20-60x85 15-45x65

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Further Information

The Viper HD optical system delivers clear detail and natural colours while reducing colour fringing. XR Plus anti-reflective lens coatings and dielectric prism coatings support bright images in changing light, helping reveal subtle plumage patterns and distinguishing markings.

Adjustable magnification lets you begin with a wider view to locate wildlife before zooming in for closer observation. Whether scanning a wetland or watching birds along a distant shoreline, this flexibility helps you follow activity without approaching and disturbing your subject.

The straight viewing configuration is particularly practical when looking across level terrain or observing from a hide with a suitable support. Helical focusing allows precise adjustments while keeping the scope’s profile streamlined for transport.

Rubber armour provides grip and external protection, while ArmorTek coating helps protect exposed lenses against scratches, oil and dirt. Argon purging and O-ring seals provide waterproof and fogproof performance for regular outdoor use.

Technical Specification

Shared Specifications

Configuration: Straight
Eye relief: 17.8–19.6 mm
Gas filling: Argon
Focusing: Helical

Viper HD 15–45x65 Straight

Magnification: 15–45x
Objective lens: 65 mm
Field of view at 1,000 m: 45.7–22.7 m
Angular field of view: 2.6–1.3°
Close focus: 7.0 m
Length: 37.1 cm
Weight: 1,667 g

Viper HD 20–60x85 Straight

Magnification: 20–60x
Objective lens: 85 mm
Field of view at 1,000 m: 33.7–16.7 m
Angular field of view: 1.9–1.0°
Close focus: 11.0 m
Length: 45.7 cm
Weight: 2,166 g

Vortex Viper HD Straight Spotting Scope