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Questions & Answers
Can this scope hold up to the recoil of a LR .308 and 7.62x54r? Manufacturer Answer

Hawke Sidewinders are all-caliber rated up to and including .50BMG.

by Hawke Optics, Manufacturer, January 12, 2022
Will an 8x32 allow you to focus at 35 yards? Manufacturer Answer

Sidewinder model scopes focus to 10yds.

by Hawke Optics, Manufacturer, July 14, 2021
Customer Reviews
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Great optics. Good price by Bull, Verified Owner, February 25, 2025
Scope is very clear. I like the 56mm objective for light gathering in low light conditions. Can’t beat the price for the quality. Make sure you get 30mm rings. I was sent 1”, but 1” will not fit.
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Amazing glass by kevin, January 29, 2021
Many scopes don't track accurately, but this is the best I've tested. It has bright image and perfect reticle for holdovers. Flip up covers are sold separately and kind of expensive, but I love the scope.
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Great scope by captaindaff, January 29, 2021
I own 3 Sidewinders and I've always loved them. The new model is a huge improvement. The glass is very clear, just like the old ones, but the field of view is bigger as promised. Also, big improvements in the turrets. I don't really use the witne...
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Product Info for Hawke Sport Optics Sidewinder 30 8-32x56mm Rifle Scope 30mm Tube Second Focal Plane

Sidewinder 30 8-32x56 is the must-have performance multi-discipline scope. Parallax-free from 10 yards to infinity assisted by an index matched rangefinding side wheels (removable). Features Hawke's H5 optics which boasts a stunning 24 degree ultra-wide field of view with generous eye relief. Precision locking turrets with 1/10 MRAD clicks and witness window indicating your turret's position.image

Specifications for Hawke Sport Optics Sidewinder 30 8-32x56mm Rifle Scope 30mm Tube Second Focal Plane:

Manufacturer: Hawke Sport Optics
Objective Lens Diameter: 56 mm
Magnification: 8 - 32 x
Tube Diameter: 30 mm
Reticle Focal Plane: Second Focal Plane (SFP)
Exit Pupil: 1.8 - 7 mm
Illumination Color: Red
Finish: Matte
Field of View, Linear: 15.9 - 3.9 ft at 100 yds, 3.9 - 15.9 ft at 100 yds
Field of View, Angle: 24 degrees
Eye Relief: 4 in
Color: Black
Weight: 27.3 oz
Adjustment Click Value: 0.1 Mil Rad
Length: 15.5 in
Adjustment Type: Mil Rad
Parallax: 10 yds to infinity
Illumination Type: LED
Battery Type: Lithium Ion
Fabric/Material: Aluminum
Adjustment Range: 16 Mil Rad
Focus Range: 10 yds to infinity
Lens Material: Extra Low Dispersion Glass
Optical Coating: Fully Multi-Coated
Brightness Settings: 6
Water Resistance Level: Waterproof
Shockproof: Yes
Fogproof: Yes
Battery Quantity: 1
Magnification Type: Variable
Condition: New
Attachment Type: Riflescope Ring

Features of Hawke Sport Optics Sidewinder 30 8-32x56mm Rifle Scope 30mm Tube Second Focal Plane

  • Second focul plane
  • Mil Dot reticle
  • Ultra-wide angle 24 degree FOV
  • High-volume eyebox
  • 4-inch eye relief
  • Multi-LED high intensity reticle
  • Resettable locking turrets with witness window
  • High-grade low dispersion Crown glass
  • 18 layer fully-multi-coated lenses
  • Zoom magnification throw lever (removable)
  • Nigrogen purged
  • Shockproof
  • Waterproof
  • Fog proof

Package Contents:

  • Hawke Sport Optics Sidewinder 30 8-32x56mm Rifle Scope 30mm Tube Second Focal Plane
  • Sun Shade
  • Bungie Lens Covers
  • Cleaning Cloth

Hawke Sport Optics Sidewinder 30 8-32x56mm Rifle Scope 30mm Tube Second Focal Plane Orderable Models

List of Orderable Models

  • Hawke Sport Optics Sidewinder 30 Rifle Scope, 8-32X56mm, 30mm, SFP, 20x Half Mil Dot Reticle, Black, 17270 , MPN: 17270 , UPC: 5054492172702 , Code: 67-RS-SW30SF5-17270
  • Hawke Sport Optics Sidewinder 30 Rifle Scope, 8-32X56mm, 30mm, SFP, SR Pro Gen II Reticle, Black, 17271 , MPN: 17271 , UPC: 5054492172719 , Code: 67-RS-SW30SF5-17271

Hawke Sport Optics Sidewinder 30 8-32x56mm Rifle Scope 30mm Tube Second Focal Plane Unavailable & Discontinued Models

List of Unorderable Models

  • DEMO, Hawke Sport Optics Sidewinder 30 SF Rifle Scope, 8-32x56mm, 30mm Tube, Second Focal Plane, 20x 1/2 Mil Dot + Reticle, Red, MRAD Adjustment, Black, 17270 , MPN: 17270-DEMO , Code: 67-RS-SW30SF5-17270-DEMO
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