Rifle Scopes New Nightforce for 2019 Announced

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Nightforce New for 2019 Products!

ATACR 7-35x56 F2

Nightforce Optics has introduced a second focal plane version of their acclaimed ATACR™ 7-35x56 F1, the most powerful ATACR™ riflescope currently offered. "Since we introduced the first focal plane 7-35x two years ago, it has become one of our most popular models," said Alan Stilwell, North American sales manager for Nightforce. "With its brilliant ED glass, extraordinary resolving power and the virtually indestructible construction that characterizes all of our ATACR™ riflescopes, we believe it is the most precise, powerful instrument for extended-range shooting on the market today."​

The ATACR™ 7-35x56 F2, built on a 34mm tube, provides 100 MOA/29 MRAD of elevation adjustment and 60 MOA/17 MRAD of windage adjustment. Unlike many high-magnification riflescopes, it delivers superb clarity at every power setting, allowing detailed rendering and identification of small targets at extreme ranges. It is offered with either the MOAR-T™ or MIL-C™ proprietary Nightforce reticles. DigIllum™ reticle illumination and ZeroStop™ elevation technology are standard.​

"The F1-first focal plane-version has been so successful," Stilwell added, "that we wanted to make the same unparalleled performance available to those who prefer a second focal plane reticle." MSRP is $3,100.

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MIL-XT Reticle
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Nightforce has also announced its new illuminated MIL-XT™ reticle, available in 16x, 25x and 35x ATACR™ F1 (first focal plane) riflescopes. It is designed for precision rifle competition, being extremely fast, intuitive and providing precise hold-over and hold-off points. Main lines feature .2 Mil-Radian holds, while each whole Mil-Radian is numbered for fast reference.​

Below center, there are .2 Mil-Radian-spaced floating dots at every vertical Mil-Radian. Whole Mil-Radians dots are larger in size for fast counting. Additional marks are also placed at half Mil-Radian increments. Numbers below center vary in size and are placed on each side for easy counting and verification of appropriate hold points.

The MIL-XT™ provides excellent range estimation, rapid target engagements and precise first-shot placement. Combined with the extreme capability of Nightforce ATACR™ riflescopes, it gives the serious competitive shooter every conceivable advantage.​

About Nightforce

Nightforce is a leading manufacturer and marketer of premium sport optics and related products, including riflescopes, spotting scopes and accessories. Based in Orofino, ID, Nightforce is known for rugged, high-precision engineered designs that are capable of holding up to punishing conditions. Nightforce has established a benchmark for high-quality, high-performance products that have accompanied soldiers into battle, world champion shooters to the winner's podium, and helped hunters take the trophy of a lifetime.

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[GrandpaDeadLegs]

Should be an interesting year... Digital stuff plus this and the possibility of Zero Compromise have me saving my rubles

 

[jinxx4ever]

was thinking about buying another Kahles 624, but may have to wait on these. Sure wished i knew how long

 

[CSTactical]

And the tentative ETA:
ATACR 7-35 F2 – Late March
ATACR 7-35 F1 Mil-XT – Late January
ATACR 5-25 F1 Mil-XT – April
ATACR 4-16 F1’s Mil-XT - April

 

[Kickin45]

That’s pricey for a 2nd focal plane scope.

 

[lash]

My beer pocketbook is crying. I am smitten with the F1 in MIL-XT. The 7-35 is impressive. I need my kidneys though.

 

[Jaymiller5]

Very interesting!

 

[pitdog85]

7-35 SFP!!!! Yes please sounds like the near perfect ELR/ F class cross over scope!!!

 

[Clint E.]

And the tentative ETA:
ATACR 7-35 F2 – Late March
ATACR 7-35 F1 Mil-XT – Late January
ATACR 5-25 F1 Mil-XT – April
ATACR 4-16 F1’s Mil-XT - April

will the mil-xt be an option for the 4-16x42? or just the 50mm?

 

[ScarlettRed]

According to a pre order e-mail I got from Euro optics the xt reticle is available in both the 4-16 42mm and 50mm.

 

[patriot07]

What mag will it subtend?

 

[308pirate]

That’s pricey for a 2nd focul plane scope.

They cost just as much to make as an identical first focal plane scope. How much money do you think Nightforce should lose on each one?

 

[verdugo60]

I'm liking the MIL-XT reticle. Wish they would fix the reticle on the 1-8x NXS.

 

[kriller134]

What are the benefits of a second focal plane scope?

 

[koshkin]

They cost just as much to make as an identical first focal plane scope. How much money do you think Nightforce should lose on each one?

If they were designed from scratch, SFP scopes are a little cheaper to make. Primary cost difference is with the reticle cell. FFP reticle is much smaller and requires significantly more precise lithography that is usually more expensive. Some distortion requirements are also more stringent with FFP designs.

With this scope, it is likely just the reticle cost difference.

ILya

 

[mdmp5]

What are the benefits of a second focal plane scope?

Guys like the static thin reticle at high mag for one. In shit like F class, there is no need for ranging, follow up shots, or spotting for a partner, so the SFP is a better choice for them.
Number 2 is ELR, where you can get much more range out of the reticle with a holdover at lower mag than true ranging mag. For example, if this NF ranges at 22x, at 11x, the 1 mil marks become 2 mils a piece.

 

[308pirate]

If they were designed from scratch, SFP scopes are a little cheaper to make. Primary cost difference is with the reticle cell. FFP reticle is much smaller and requires significantly more precise lithography that is usually more expensive. Some distortion requirements are also more stringent with FFP designs.

With this scope, it is likely just the reticle cost difference.

ILya

Thank you for the explanation. So what's the approximate cost difference, 1%, 5%, 10%?

 

[Temper]

Guys like the static thin reticle at high mag for one. In shit like F class, there is no need for ranging, follow up shots, or spotting for a partner, so the SFP is a better choice for them.
Number 2 is ELR, where you can get much more range out of the reticle with a holdover at lower mag than true ranging mag. For example, if this NF ranges at 22x, at 11x, the 1 mil marks become 2 mils a piece.

I’d also like to add in hunting to this. Your reticle being visible on the lowest power is pretty crucial. If you’re in low light or a quick shot pops up, having a thin reticle on that low will work against you.

 

[Glassaholic]

Nightforce took its time to bring FFP scopes to market and then they took their time to bring a Christmas tree reticle, at first glance I like the reticle and say "it's about time NF", but I wonder what Horus thinks of the reticle... the lawsuit between Leupold and Horus may be making other manufacturers a bit more bold, which is good, Horus shouldn't own the market on any kind of tree. My guess is the MIL-XT will sell like hotcakes. Still waiting for Nightforce's Ultra Short design (and no, I don't think their 4-16's qualify even though they are great scopes).

 

[Dthomas3523]

Nightforce took its time to bring FFP scopes to market and then they took their time to bring a Christmas tree reticle, at first glance I like the reticle and say "it's about time NF", but I wonder what Horus thinks of the reticle... the lawsuit between Leupold and Horus may be making other manufacturers a bit more bold, which is good, Horus shouldn't own the market on any kind of tree. My guess is the MIL-XT will sell like hotcakes. Still waiting for Nightforce's Ultra Short design (and no, I don't think their 4-16's qualify even though they are great scopes).

Aren’t Horus and NF owned by the same parent company now?

I’m assuming there won’t be any lawsuits on this one.

 

[CSTactical]

will the mil-xt be an option for the 4-16x42? or just the 50mm?

Both

 

[koshkin]

Thank you for the explanation. So what's the approximate cost difference, 1%, 5%, 10%?

It is really hard to say for sure since the actual cell size varies with other design aspects and the cost depends on reticle complexity. It can easily be $100-$200 difference in cost, which will get married up before it gets to the consumer.

ILya

 

[nrspence]

I covet the 4-16x50 FFP with the XT reticle.

 

[Nik H]

Do we have a definitive statement from NF regarding replacing the Mil-C with the new Mil-XT

 

[Kickin45]

They cost just as much to make as an identical first focal plane scope. How much money do you think Nightforce should lose on each one?

Incorrect sir.
SFP reticles are located between the erector and the eyepiece. The erector magnifies the image at the first focal plane, inverts it, and produces a larger image at the second focal plane. The SFP reticle is therefore larger than the FFP reticle and can be made inexpensively. The smaller features on the FFP reticle must be made using a more expensive photolithography process.

 

[C-grunt]

What are the benefits of a second focal plane scope?

What are the benefits of a second focal plane scope?

LE snipers also like SFP to have a clear reticle a lower magnification.

 

[longshot2000]

I know others will be doing this as well. We are taking reservations for the Mil-XT reticle ATACR's. We have been taking for 5-25, and will be opening that up to 4-16 and 7-35 shortly.

 

[kukworld]

I need one of this scope for my Q fix rifle, but I don’t know which model to get, too many choices...hmmm...

 

[lash]

Had I the money, I would get one in both 7-35 and one in 4-16. Different applications, different needs.

 

[CSTactical]

Do we have a definitive statement from NF regarding replacing the Mil-C with the new Mil-XT

It's not replacing, they are just adding the Mil-XT as an option.

 

[Mildoted]

Digging the reticle! Signing up for more shifts at work now....

 

[Nik H]

It's not replacing, they are just adding the Mil-XT as an option.

Sorry my question was poorly worded.

Will they offer a service to replace an existing MIL-C writhing the MIL-XT

 

[Mr. F]

Im in

 

[Milo 2.5]

That’s pricey for a 2nd focal plane scope.

400+ under the FFP model, and if you pay msrp, on you. lol

 

[simpy16]

I think I may finally buy my first NF scope, either make the jump to the 7-35 and use it on several rifles or pick up a 4-16 to bounce around on some ar15s.

I have been a fan of tree reticles and could never enjoy the T3 or other Horus options. Running Kahles now because of the SKMR3 but the XT does look really good!

 

[Roo_man]

wow what a line up cannot wait

 

[Maxduty]

Aren’t Horus and NF owned by the same parent company now?

I’m assuming there won’t be any lawsuits on this one.

Me quick researching tells me this is true.

 

[Nick_S]

Will this MIL XT be cheaper than the Horus reticles? No license fee?

Thanks

Nick

 

[simpy16]

Will this MIL XT be cheaper than the Horus reticles? No license fee?

Thanks

Nick

I hope! But again doesn't Nightforce own Horus? Why the markup on reticles if it is the same company?

 

[spife7980]

I hope! But again doesn't Nightforce own Horus? Why the markup on reticles if it is the same company?

Because night force and Horus aren’t the same company despite being owned by the same overlord.

 

[CSTactical]

Will this MIL XT be cheaper than the Horus reticles? No license fee?

Thanks

Nick

The Mil-XT will be the standard price, same as the Mil-C, Mil-R, MOAR etc...