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Q&A for NightForce SHV 5-20x56mm Rifle Scope, 30mm Tube, Second Focal Plane — 25 Questions & 26 Answers

Name NightForce SHV 5-20x56mm Rifle Scope, 30mm Tube, Second Focal Plane (4.6)
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Eric, guest, from MS, United States, asked on February 22, 2018

Does this scope come in first focal plane?

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Answered by Jonathan D., Gear Expert, from IL, United States, on May 20, 2019

No, however the 4-14x50 is available in FFP and can be found here:

https://www.opticsplanet.com/nightforce-shv-4-14x50mm-f1-riflescope.html

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No one, guest, from KS, United States, asked on November 26, 2025

What mounting ring do you recommend for a Browning 300 win mag?

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Answered by NightForce, Manufacturer from GA, United States, on December 09, 2025

Not knowing for sure what the diameter of that specific barrel is, we'll have to give you the information below for this setup.
If the diameter of your barrel is .825" or smaller (Sendero Style), you can go with the 1" Medium rings- Part number A101
If the diameter of the barrel is over .825", you will have to go with the 1.125" High rings- Part number A107

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Ray, member, from WI, United States, asked on August 19, 2025

What are the best rings to mount this scope on a tikka t3 ace game weight rifle is the unmount a good option if so what size

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Answered by NightForce, Manufacturer from GA, United States, on August 20, 2025

You can certainly use the Unimount on this rifle. Some users won't like how high it sets the optic. With the adjustable cheek piece it would be easy to use. If you went with traditional rings, I would recommend 1.125" in height.

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Bill, guest, from AR, United States, asked on April 24, 2024

How much does it weigh

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Answered by Ethan, Gear Expert, from IL, United States, on April 24, 2024

The NightForce SHV 5-20x56mm Rifle Scope weighs 29.1 oz/825 g (non-illuminated models) and 30.5 oz/865 g (illuminated models).

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Chase, guest, from TX, United States, asked on April 23, 2024

I’m wanting to put this scope on my Tikka T3X Tac A1 6.5 Creedmoor, what’s the best ring and/or mount set up for this?

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Answered by NightForce, Manufacturer from GA, United States, on November 27, 2024

The Tac A1 is a flat top rifle that we would recommend no lower than 1.375" with most people being most comfortable at 1.5".

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Jose, member, from FL, United States, asked on November 25, 2023

I have a Remington R5 bolt action in 308. what height rings do I need?

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Answered by NightForce, Manufacturer from GA, United States, on November 27, 2024

The R5 is an AR style rifle so I assume you mean the 700 5R. For that rifle we recommend no lower than 1.125"

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Brennen, guest, from KY, United States, asked on December 11, 2022

Since it’s a second focal plane scope what power is the reticle right

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Answered by NightForce, Manufacturer from GA, United States, on December 29, 2022

This optic subtends correctly at 20x magnification.

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BM, guest, from CA, United States, asked on November 20, 2022

what set of rings or mount will work best with a Ruger Precision Rifle, 308 Win?

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Answered by Ethan, Gear Expert, from IL, United States, on November 23, 2022

I would recommend using the Extra High NightForce ULTRALITE 30mm Titanium/Alloy Ring Set, which can be found by using the link below:
https://www.opticsplanet.com/nightforce-ultralite-30mm-titanium-alloy-ring-set.html?_iv_ring-height=1-dot-375-in-extra-high

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frank, guest, from PA, United States, asked on September 28, 2022

I am looking for lens covers for this scope what do you recommend?

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Answered by Hunter, Gear Expert, from OH, United States, on October 05, 2022

The first link below will work for the eyepiece of the NightForce SHV 5-20x56mm Rifle Scope. The objective lens cover at the second link below will work for the objective lens.
https://www.opticsplanet.com/nightforce-eyepiece-flip-up-lens-caps-nxs-15x-22x-32x-42x.html
https://www.opticsplanet.com/nightforce-objective-flip-up-lens-caps-56mm-atacr-beast-nxs.html

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NightDoc, member, from FL, United States, asked on August 08, 2021

I am looking at mounting this on a flattop receiver and using a Nightforce unimount. Any idea what height/model would give reasonable clearance?

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Answered by NightForce, Manufacturer from GA, United States, on August 11, 2021

I would recommend a 1.5" ring height (A221 or A496). You might be able to go a size lower. As with all mounting hardware these are just my suggestions, there may be factors I don’t know about and there are many other ways to mount this optic to your rifle. I highly recommend mock mounting everything first to ensure it is what you are looking for.

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