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Vortex Optics 3-15x44 Viper PST Gen II Riflescope, Matte Black with Illuminated First Focal Plane EBR-2C MOA Reticle, Side Parallax Focus, 30mm Tube

SKU: VORPST3156 MFR: PST-3156
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Key Features

  • Experience versatile shooting with the 3-15x magnification power riflescope for various distances.
  • Enjoy crystal-clear views with the Viper PST Gen II's superior lens quality, enhancing target clarity.
  • Rely on the illuminated EBR-2C MOA reticle for rapid target acquisition in any lighting condition.
  • Achieve precise shots with tactical-style turrets, offering easy and accurate 1/4 MOA adjustments.
  • The robust 30mm tube riflescope ensures durability, withstanding harsh conditions for long-lasting use.
  • Fine-tune parallax from 20 yards to infinity, ensuring sharp focus for accurate long-range shooting.
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2024-08-27T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

High End Glass Experience

I've owned this optic for about a year now and I couldn't be happier with the quality of it. I've been getting more into LRP and this was my first higher end scope. The FFP and Zero Stop features are game changers. Once I got it zeroed in, it's been an amazing piece of equipment to top my Tikka Tac A1 .308 with. Heading to Cameo in Grand Junction, Colorado this weekend for a shooting event and looking to get well beyond 1000 yds. The only thing as good if not better than the best products on the market are the pro staff at Vortex. Every single person I've ever dealt with there over the years has been so friendly and so professional with real world suggestions and pro tips. You don't get that kind of service and product quality everywhere. Vortex absolutely has a customer for life in this Marine. Thank you all for what you do! ~Sammy

Sammy R.

2024-02-29T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Can't beat it

Put this on a howa hcr in .308 and I jist couldn't be happier. I'm no expert. But I got it sighted in pretty easy and the zero stop was better than advertised. I was shooting .75" groups before long. For 1k you can't get a better scope. Not to mention I've yet to find better customer service than vortex. I've lost caps on other scopes and they don't even ask questions. They just send you teplacement. Really great company.

Richard F.

2024-01-08T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Stunning scope

I have handled good glass and bad glass in my lifetime. For what you get and what you pay, this riflescope WAAAAAY over-delivers. I bought mine 11 years ago. I think mine was a Gen 1. I have had it on my precision rifle since and I have won several shooting matches with it. It's clear, hold zero and is rugged. I am able to range with it easily and put lead on target as rapidly as my old eyes will allow. My first shot to 1200 yards was with this scope. I would easily put this up against a 'top end' scope brand. And I know from previous dealings that Vortex will take care of me. Lost a cap to my Strikefire on one of my carbines and they sent me 2 AND a hat, free of charge. Even when I have had money left over after building a gun, I have always chosen Vortex even though I had money to spend on something else. I would have no problem trusting my life to them.

Nick

2024-01-02T19:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Needs a locking turret!

Great scope. Tuff, reliable, accurate but the amount of coyotes that I've missed because the turrets move in the pickup and scabbard could have paid for the scope. Go with the strike eagle!

Carl

2023-10-18T20:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Nice optic. 1 flaw.

I have had this optic for a little know. I had an issue with the optic due to the "gunsmith" over torquing the rings. But customer service was awesome, as I was able to use this optic on an antelope hunt this year. An it was awesome. But it has 1 flaw that I noticed. It FOGS up! During antelope season this year I was hunting roughly 8500-9k elevation. Takes 9 years to get this tag, a the mornings where roughly ~25*F, no snow, no fog, just a little chillie. I had made the perfect stock an had 3 antelope come right to me. I had taken the weapon off my shoulder. As I looked down the optic it was fogged up. I did everything in my power to try to clear the lenses. But it would just fog right back up. So since I've been using anti fog spray an that seems to do the trick. But just be wary to take an extra step so it doesn't happen to you

Weston M.

2022-05-22T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

PST II - Appleseed Known Distance 200Y

This scope rocks. It helped me get Rifleman patch at Appleseed Known Distance 200Y. The glass is great; zero stop was easy to set. We were dialing up and down for various distances all weekend. It was right on. I was super confident on this mil scope. I would buy another If needed for another rifle.

Peace

2022-04-17T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Best in Class

I have been happy with my PST Gen 1 scopes for years and thought my old eyes probably wouldn't notice an improvement with the Gen 2...... I was really wrong on this one! This scope is quite exceptional and though I've only taken it out to 4oo yds, I was able to easily see bullet splash and impact at 15x. I am using a ADM AD-Recon-20moa-30mm-std mount which gives me the ideal eye relief and height. As configured, I have 19.5 mils of elevation available. This will take it out past Black Hills Mk262 77gr practical range and expect 700+ when I do my part. Setting the zero stop is easy and much improved over the shims on the Gen 1. (though the Gen 1 stop does have the advantage of dialing down a little if you need too). Overall as with ever thing Vortex, I'm pleased way beyond expectations and will continue to purchase their products as needed and then some! BTW, the medium Vortex cover fits perfect with Defender caps in place so this baby will be protected during transport.

Bill_Van

2022-02-23T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

SWAT Team approved.

Our whole SWAT Sniper element is using these now and they have been superb and functioned flawless for 3 years now. Highly recommend!

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Vortex Optics Viper PST Gen II Specifications

  • Magnification

    3-15x

  • Objective Lens Diameter

    44mm

  • Eye Relief

    3.4" (86.3mm)

  • Field of View

    41.2 - 8.6' /100 yds

  • Tube Size

    30mm

  • Turret Style

    Tactical

  • Adjustment Graduation

    1/4 MOA

  • Travel Per Rotation

    25 MOA

  • Max Elevation Adjustment

    75 MOA

  • Max Windage Adjustment

    40 MOA

  • Parallax Setting

    20 yards to infinity

  • Battery Info

    Required, included

  • Battery Material

    Lithium

  • Battery Quantity

    1

  • Battery Type

    CR2032

  • Length

    14.3" (36.3cm)

  • Weight

    28.1 oz (796.6g)

  • Battery Capacity

    0.66 Wh

  • UPC Code

    843829103084

About Vortex Optics Viper PST Gen II

FEATURED REVIEWS

High End Glass Experience

By Sammy R.

I've owned this optic for about a year now and I couldn't be happier with the quality of it. I've been getting more into LRP and this was my first higher end scope. The FFP and Zero Stop features are game changers. Once I got it zeroed in, it's been an amazing piece of equipment to top my Tikka Tac A1 .308 with. Heading to Cameo in Grand Junction, Colorado this weekend for a shooting event and looking to get well beyond 1000 yds. The only thing as good if not better than the best products on ...

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Can't beat it

By Richard F.

Put this on a howa hcr in .308 and I jist couldn't be happier. I'm no expert. But I got it sighted in pretty easy and the zero stop was better than advertised. I was shooting .75" groups before long. For 1k you can't get a better scope. Not to mention I've yet to find better customer service than vortex. I've lost caps on other scopes and they don't even ask questions. They just send you teplacement. Really great company.

For precision and reliability in long-range shooting, the Viper PST Gen II 3-15x44 Riflescope stands out as a high-quality, durable, and advanced optical solution. This riflescope is engineered for superior performance, offering a robust 5x optical system that ensures bright, clear images throughout the entire zoom range, enhancing your field of view for rapid target acquisition.

The Viper PST Gen II is equipped with a first focal plane EBR-2C MOA reticle, which maintains the scale of your reticle in proportion to the zoomed image. This feature is crucial for accurate holdover and ranging at various magnifications, making it an ideal choice for hunters and target shooters who demand precision. The illuminated reticle design is etched directly onto the glass, ensuring durability and reliability, while providing precise aiming even in low-light conditions.

Constructed with a 30mm single-piece tube, this riflescope maximizes alignment for improved accuracy and visual performance. The use of aircraft-grade aluminum not only adds strength and rigidity but also guarantees waterproofness and shock resistance, ensuring that the Viper PST Gen II can withstand the toughest conditions and the recoil of high-powered rifles.

The hard anodized finish offers a low-glare matte surface, aiding in concealment, while the ArmorTek coating on the exterior lenses resists scratches, oil, and dirt. The tactical-style turrets are exposed for quick and accurate elevation and windage adjustments, with the convenience of a fiber optic turret rotation indicator for a tactile point of reference.

Internally, the riflescope features the RZR Zero Stop mechanism, allowing for rapid return to zero after dialing in temporary elevation corrections. This is complemented by the Precision-Force Spring System and Precision-Glide Erector System, which ensure smooth magnification changes and maintain repeatability and ease of adjustment.

For those who prioritize built-in accuracy, the matching turrets and reticles, available in both MOA and MRAD, facilitate fast and accurate long-range shooting. The fast focus eyepiece adds to the convenience, allowing for quick and easy reticle focusing.

In summary, the Viper PST Gen II 3-15x44 Riflescope is an innovative and reliable choice for serious shooters who require an optic that delivers both advanced features and steadfast performance. Whether for hunting or tactical applications, this riflescope offers the precision and ruggedness needed to excel in long-range shooting scenarios.

Vortex Optics Viper PST Gen II Features

  • XD Lens Elements
  • XR Fully Multi-Coated
  • First Focal Plane Reticle
  • Glass-Etched Reticle
  • Illuminated Reticle
  • Tube Size
  • Single-Piece Tube
  • Aircraft-Grade Aluminum
  • Waterproof
  • Fogproof
  • Shockproof
  • Hard Anodized Finish
  • ArmorTek
  • Tactical-Style Turrets
  • RZR Zero Stop
  • Precision-Force Spring System
  • Precision-Glide Erector System
  • Radius Bar
  • Fast Focus Eyepiece
  • Built-In Accuracy Features

Warranty Information

This product has a limited lifetime warranty.

Key Features

  • Experience versatile shooting with the 3-15x magnification power riflescope for various distances.
  • Enjoy crystal-clear views with the Viper PST Gen II's superior lens quality, enhancing target clarity.
  • Rely on the illuminated EBR-2C MOA reticle for rapid target acquisition in any lighting condition.
  • Achieve precise shots with tactical-style turrets, offering easy and accurate 1/4 MOA adjustments.
  • The robust 30mm tube riflescope ensures durability, withstanding harsh conditions for long-lasting use.
  • Fine-tune parallax from 20 yards to infinity, ensuring sharp focus for accurate long-range shooting.

What's in the box:

  • Vortex Optics 3-15x44 Viper PST Gen II Riflescope
  • CR2032 Battery
  • Lens Cloth
  • 2mm Hex Wrench
  • 3" Sunshade
  • Vortex Optics Lifetime Limited Warranty