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Questions & Answers
what is the overall length Expert Answer

Unfortunately, this product has been discontinued and we no longer have that information available. We recommend reaching out to the manufacturer for this inquiry. Their contact information can be found here: https://www.nikonusa.com/en/about-nikon/contact-us.page.

by Tiffany S., Gear Expert, May 22, 2019
Is there a Sunshade available for this scope? Expert Answer

No, Nikon does not list any of their sunshades as compatible with this scope.

by Jonathan D., Gear Expert, May 7, 2018
Customer Reviews
Helpful Positive Review
In the Black by Hutch, January 2, 2015
I actually purchased this scope for my wife. She is actually very familiar with the AR/M4. But all of her training has been 100 yards or less. And close quarters. She has always wanted to shoot 500 yards or more. When I received it, I mounted it and ...
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Nikon P-223 by skyranger, February 2, 2018
Nikon P-223 shipped very fast and came on damaged mounted and is clear and bright clicks are accurate haven't used it long range yet it worked well at 100 yards I like the size and fit on my colt ar I would recommend it to a friend
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Nikon scopes rule by Michael, March 31, 2016
I have been replacing all my scopes with Nikon scopes. The clarity is superior. The accuracy at all ranges from 100 yards out to 600 yards is spot on. My latest Nikon scope is mounted on my wife's Sako 22-250. She just loves it now that she has bette...
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Target shooter by Glenn, June 26, 2018
Love it, really like the BDC reticle. Mounted this on a HOWA 1500 223 bolt action. I can't miss 300 yards plus. Nice looking on my rifle,just the right size and weight. Great Nikon warranty on top of everything else.
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Nikon P-223 4-12x40 by Frieszer, October 27, 2014
I have had this scope for over a year now with only one gripe. The scope is currently mounted on rock river 223 ar with a 20 inch barrel and is used for coyote hunting. The gun gets banged around and is by no means pampered in any way. The great thin...
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Great AR15 Scope by None, July 12, 2017
Great scope for 5.56 or 223 with BDC Bullet Drop Compensating with the Nikon Spot On App. The App is free through the Google Play Store. Nikons great warranty will have you shooting for years!! Will be recommendin this scope to all my friends that ha...
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Product Discontinued by Manufacturer

Nikon P-223 4-12x40 Matte Rifle Scope w/ BDC 600 Reticle has been discontinued by Nikon and is no longer available. Our product experts have helped us select these available replacements below.You can also explore other items in the Rifle Scopes & Accessories, Rifle Scopes yourself to try and find the perfect replacement for you!

Product Info for Nikon P-223 4-12x40 Matte Rifle Scope w/ BDC 600 Reticle

The Nikon P-223 4-12x40 Matte Rifle Scope w/ BDC 600 Reticle has been designed to be the perfect Rifle Scope for any and all shooting situations. The Nikon P-223 4-12x40 Matte Rifle Scope has integrated Spring-Loaded Instant Zero-Reset Turrets for windage and elevation adjustments, simply sight-in as usual, then lift the spring-loaded adjustment knob, rotate to your "zero", and re-engage. The Nikon P-223 4-12x40 Matte Scope w/ Rapid Action Turrets features a BDC 600 Reticle with Rapid Action Turret that has been calibrated specifically to the bullet trajectory of the .223 Remington cartridge. Dial-in your distance with the Rapid Action Turret and use the center crosshair or use the BDC circles for incredible versatility on this Rifle Scope from Nikon Sport Optics. This Nikon P-223 4-12x40 Matte Tactical Scope has fully multicoated optics provide up to 98% light transmission and bright, high contrast sighting even in low-contrast situations. The Nikon P-223 4-12x40 Waterproof/Fogproof Matte Rifle Scope offers a serious power range for extreme shooting.image

Specifications for Nikon P-223 4-12x40 Scope w/ BDC 600 Reticle & Rapid Action Turret:

Reticle: BDC 600
Finish: Matte
Actual Magnification: 4x-12x
Effective Objective Diameter: 40mm
Objective Tube Diameter: 50.3mm
Eyepiece Outside Diameter: 44mm
Exit Pupil At Lowest Power: 10-3.3mm
Eye Relief: 3.7"
FOV (ft@100yd): 23.6-7.9
Tube Diameter: 1"
Reticle Adjustment (1 click): 1/4"@100yds
Max. Internal Adjustment: 60MOA
Parallax Setting (yds): 100
Length: 14.1in, 375mm
Weight (oz): 17.5

Features of Nikon P-223 4-12x40 Waterproof/Fogproof Matte Rifle Scope:

  • BDC 600 Reticle with Rapid Action Turret
  • Spring-Loaded Instant Zero-Reset Turrets
  • Medium Profile Target-Style Turrets
  • Fully multicoated optics provide up to 98% light transmission and bright, high contrast sighting even in low-contrast situations
  • Quick Focus Eyepiece
  • Compatible with Spot On Custom Turret
  • Waterproof/Fogproof
  • Compatible with P-Series Accessory Mount

Package Contents:

  • Nikon P-223 4-12x40 Matte Tactical Rifle Scope

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