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Questions & Answers
Will this fit on other brands of tripods? Expert Answer

This will fit on any standard tripod that uses a 1/4x20 male thread.

by Armando R., Gear Expert, September 26, 2018
Does the entire body of this spotting scope rotate in the mounting ring? In essence to allow the viewing lens to be see from above or below. Expert Answer

Vortex says:
The whole body of the spotting scope rotates in a ring that is attached to the tri pod. It will rotate 360 degrees.

Mark H.

by Mark H., Gear Expert, March 6, 2018
Customer Reviews
Helpful Positive Review
V. Galaway by virgil, October 24, 2016
This is an excellent spotting scope. Used at range can see 22-250 bullet hole in target @ 325 yards. I am 70 years and with lens transplant in right eye, still need glasses and 20-40 vision in left vision.
10/10 found this helpful
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Vortex Viper by Kahuna, Verified Owner, February 24, 2017
Great scope. Able to see .22LR holes in plain paper target at 100 yards. Easy to use, easy to transport. I use with a Vortex tripod and it works better than any spotting scope I have previously used. Vortex warranty. You can't go wrong.
5/8 found this helpful
Helpful Positive Review
Needed to be able to see 30-06 groupings out up to 350 yards clearly for my yearly Elk hunting trips. The Vortex Viper HD 15-45x65 Angled Spotting Scope really helped with the sighting and got me comfortable with my gear such that in the past 6 years...
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9/9 found this helpful
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Not made in america by Airtek, January 19, 2015
Bought this scope thinking that it was an American made product. Vortex may be a american company but this scope is not made in usa. This was disappointing to me. The advertising needs to be more clear on this. I thought that since it was a vortex th...
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6/14 found this helpful
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First spotting scope -- very impressed by Legacy Reviewer, Verified Owner, January 7, 2012
I recently got the straight Vortex Viper HD 15-45x65 as my first spotting scope, and I'm very happy with it. It's the first high-end spotting scope I've handled, so I don't have a point of comparison to Leica/Swarovski/Zeiss products, but I can't im...
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30/34 found this helpful
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15x45x65 Strait Scope by Valvadeer, December 30, 2017
All I can say is wow!! This scope is what I was looking for. Out of the box you can tell it is a high quality scope and built like a tank. This is my first high quiltity scope and when taking it out for the first time I was blown away from the clear...
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Product Discontinued by Manufacturer

Vortex Viper HD 15-45x65 Spotting Scopes has been discontinued by Vortex and is no longer available. Our product experts have helped us select these available replacements below.You can also explore other items in the Spotting Scopes & Accessories, Spotting Scopes yourself to try and find the perfect replacement for you!

Product Info for Vortex Viper HD 15-45x65 Spotting Scopes

The compact Vortex Viper HD Spotting Scope is a great choice for long-distance spotting of large prey. These Spotting Scopes from Vortex Optics feature fully multi-coated HD premium glass lenses with scratch-resistant ArmorTek coatings to deliver startling clarity, resolution and accuracy. The Vortex 15-45x65mm Viper HD Spotting Scope is completely waterproof, fog proof and dustproof to protect from moisture and debris. This durable Vortex Optics Viper HD Spotting Scope provides exceptional performance in the most rugged conditions.image

Features of Vortex Viper HD 15-45x65mm Porro Prism Spotting Scope:

  • HD Lens Elements - HD (High Density) extra-low dispersion glass delivers impressive resolution and color fidelity, resulting in High Definition images.
  • XR Lens Coatings - Vortex proprietary XR anti-reflective coatings, fully multi-coated on all air-to-glass lens surfaces, increase light transmission for maximum brightness.
  • Porro Prism - Offers maximum image quality and performance in a traditional design.
  • Waterproof - Optics are sealed with O-rings to prevent moisture, dust, and debris from getting inside the spotting scope.
  • Fogproof - Argon gas purging guarantees superior fogproof and waterproof performance.
  • ArmorTek - Ultra-hard, scratch-resistant coating protects exterior lenses from scratches, oil and dirt.
  • Twist Eyecup - Twists up and down for comfortable viewing with or without eyeglasses.
  • Dual Focus - Allows for maximum focusing precision with both coarse and fine focus adjustments.
  • Sunshade - Reduces glare and shields the objective lens from raindrops and snow.
  • Picatinny Accessory Rail - Allows easy attachment of red dot type sights.

Package Contents:

  • Vortex Viper HD Waterproof Spotting Scope, 15-45x65mm
  • Zoom eyepiece
  • Eyepiece cap
  • Objective Lens cover
  • Custom-fitted carry case

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Vortex Viper HD 15-45x65 Spotting Scopes Unavailable & Discontinued Models

List of Unorderable Models

  • Vortex Viper HD 15-45x65mm Straight Spotting Scope, Green, VPR-65S-HD , MPN: VPR-65S-HD , UPC: 875874003309 , Code: VX-SS-VHDSS-SPT-VT-VPR-65S-HD
  • Vortex Viper HD 15-45x65mm Angled Spotting Scope, Green, VPR-65A-HD , MPN: VPR-65A-HD , UPC: 875874003293 , Code: VX-SS-VHDSS-SPT-VT-VPR-65A-HD
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