As the new year gets underway, Vortex Optics continues to innovate and expand its line with seven new products being released today, all designed to meet the needs of the the most demanding deer hunters and shooters. The new gear includes an updated high-tech rangefinding binocular system, precision red-dot and prism rifle optics, and several lightweight, heavy-duty tripods. Let’s take a closer look at each of them.
Fury HD 5000 AB Laser Rangefinding Binocular
This 10×42 rangefinding binocular takes the guesswork out of dialing in long-range shots with in-display ballistic data and built-in environmental sensors, which means less time calculating ballistics and more time putting rounds downrange.
With Applied Ballistics Elite solver built right in, you can pair with the Fury HD App to create custom ballistic profiles, and with popular Kestrel and Applied Ballistics Garmin devices for the ultimate in real-time precision.
Other features features include:
• Equipped with the accurate Applied Ballistics® Elite ballistics solver backed by a full up-to-date bullet database.
• Customize profiles via the Fury HD App, or use one of three preloaded profiles for popular cartridges.
• On-board compass, humidity, barometric pressure and temperature sensors.
• Manually enter speed and direction with Full Cross Wind Mode and the patent pending Wind Bearing Capture Mode.
• Pairs directly with Kestrel® wind meters and Applied Ballistics® Garmin® devices.
• Maximum reflective range: 5,000 yards
• Weight: 32.4 ounces
• MSRP: $1,999.99
SPARC SOLAR Red Dot
The latest iteration of Vortex’s series of red dots now harnesses the power of the sun for up to 150,000 hours of battery life, powering a reliable machine ready for whenever it’s needed most. Its Auto D-TEC technology automatically switches from solar to battery power when the sun can’t power the dot, to the shooter’s choice of 10 daytime illumination settings and two night-vision compatible settings. Motion activation capable, the SPARC is always ready, and its daylight bright, 2 MOA dot provides a clear, precise point of aim.
• Eye relief: Unlimited
• Magnification: 1X
• Length: 2.6 inches
• Weight with battery: 5.9 ounces
• MSRP: $399.99
Spitfire HD Gen II 3X and 5X Prism Scopes
Leaner, meaner, and featuring a redesigned HD optical system for a significantly smaller, lighter solution, the new Spitfire HD Gen II 3X and 5X models let you choose your ideal mounting height while cutting inches and ounces off the original platform. Now with night-vision compatibility, it’s perfect for predator and hog hunting with a BDC-style reticle designed to subtend with most popular 5.56 cartridges for quick holdovers at known distances. Plus, the prism design and etched reticle give you ultra-fast target acquisition while still functioning without illumination, and the turrets are exposed — no more caps, no more snags.
• Magnification: 3X or 5X
• Length: 3.0 to 3.6 inches
• Weight: 9.3 to 10.8 ounces
• MSRP: $549.99 for 3X scope; $649.99 for 5X scope
High Country II Aluminum Tripod and Pan Head
This new tripod delivers stability, durability and packability with a machined aluminum design. In-the-field adjustments are smooth and precise due to its two-way pan head, and you can switch out long-range tools with ease, thanks to the Arca-Swiss compatible quick-release system. Whether you’re searching for whitetails in grasslands, forests or mountains, the tripod’s rubber feet offer a solid, nonslip grip.
• Weight: 4 pounds
• Maximum load: 22 pounds
• Minimum height: 11.3 inches
• Maximum height: 62.5 inches
• MSRP: $299.99
Summit Carbon II Tripod and Pan Head
Carbon fiber construction keeps this tripod light and strong, while its four leg sections provide tight packability, letting the Summit Carbon II collapse to a smaller size, yet still go tall enough to get you the height you need to glass comfortably. To cut down on weight even more, the tripod comes with a detachable center column to go taller when you need it and stow away for lower viewing and packability when you don’t.
• Weight: 2.5 pounds
• Maximum load: 22 pounds
• Minimum height: 6.3 inches
• Maximum height: 53.3 inches
• MSRP: $549.99
Ridgeview Carbon Tripod and Pan Head
Vortex’s tallest tripod, the Ridgeview Carbon is perfect for stand-up glassing, and it’s built on a carbon frame for higher performance at higher heights. Adjustments are smooth and precise, thanks to a two-way pan head, and you can quickly switch out tools with its Arca-Swiss compatible quick-release system.
• Weight: 3.2 pounds
• Maximum load: 22 pounds
• Minimum height: 8.3 inches
• Maximum height: 73.8 inches
• MSRP: $649.99
Radian Carbon Fiber Tripod and Ball or Leveling Head
Fully carbon legs and aluminum construction make for an extremely high strength-to-weight ratio, supporting heavy loads while keeping the Radian Carbon easy to pack. Along with great strength, you get precision with an integrated level. Choose between a ball head or leveling head so you can swap out all of your long-range tools quickly with the features you need, including Arca-Swiss compatibility and quick release. Whether you’re spotting game or need a solid base for your long-range rifle, the Radian Carbon is ready to work.
• Weight: 6.1 to 7.3 pounds
• Maximum load: 44 to 55 pounds
• Minimum height: 7.8 to 8.3 inches
• Maximum height: 64.3 to 67.3 inches
• MSRP: $1,099.99 to $1,199.99
For more information visit VortexOptics.com.
