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| Model | 5-30×56 | 5-30×56 Tactical | 5-30×56 LRS |
| Purpose | Hunting | Tactical | Long Range |
| Line | Continental | Continental | Continental |
| Focal plane | SFP | SFP | FFP |
| Tube | 30 mm | 30 mm | 34 mm |
| illumination | 6 levels red | 6 levels red | 6 levels red |
| Clicks value | 1/4 MOA | 1/10 MIL | 1/10 MIL |
| Elevation | 60 MOA | 16.5 MIL | 26 MIL |
| Windage | 60 MOA | 17.5 MIL | 16 MIL |
| Weight | 630 gramos | 725 gramos | 810 gramos |
| Lenght | 400 mm | 400 mm | 392 mm |
| Price |
Of all the riflescopes of the famous Chinese brand of optics, vector optics, undoubtedly the most sought after is always the one that is useful for the most extreme shooting conditions and in this case we are talking about the Continental 5-30×56 .
It has a very powerful and versatile zoom level that will allow us to take shots at more than 1000 meters or ultra-precise shots at less than 300 meters . It also has a huge objective lens diameter (56 mm) which facilitates the entry of a large amount of light and this generates an image with greater clarity and sharpness.
Its popularity has led the brand to launch 3 versions of this scope, each with its own particular purpose , in order to better satisfy its customers. We will analyze them below:
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Vector Optics Continental 5-30×56 Hunting
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| Model | 5-30×56 |
| Purpose | Hunting |
| Line | Continental |
| Focal plane | SFP |
| Tube | 30 mm |
| illumination | 6 levels red |
| Clicks value | 1/4 MOA |
| Elevation | 60 MOA |
| Windage | 60 MOA |
| Weight | 630 grams |
| Lenght | 400 mm |
| Price |
Like most conventional hunting riflescopes, this version of the 5-30×56 is second focal plane, so the size of the reticle is not altered by zooming looks. In addition, the reticle is slightly thicker than the other versions and illuminates not only the cut-off point of the cross but the cross itself for instinctive shooting even in low light scenarios.
As additional data, this scope is handled with MOA adjustments and is the lightest of the versions , qualities valued in hunting scenarios of course.
Vector Optics Continental 5-30×56 Tactical
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| Model | 5-30×56 Tactical |
| Purpose | Tactical |
| Line | Continental |
| Focal plane | SFP |
| Tube | 30 mm |
| illumination | 6 levels red |
| Clicks value | 1/10 MIL |
| Elevation | 16.5 MIL |
| Windage | 17.5 MIL |
| Weight | 725 grams |
| Lenght | 400 mm |
| Price |
Unlike the previous version, the Vector Optics Continental 5-30×56 Tactical incorporates ballistic turrets which provide a greater ability to make corrections. And, added to that, the reticle of this version has a greater number of references, which also amplifies that adjustment capacity and corrections.
In addition to the above, this scope has MILs settings and the illumination levels of the reticle are limited exclusively to the point of impact (the center of the reticle ).
Vector Optics Continental 5-30×56 FFP
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| Model | 5-30×56 |
| Purpose | LRS |
| Line | Continental |
| Focal plane | FFP |
| Tube | 34 mm |
| illumination | 6 levels red |
| Clicks value | 1/10 MIL |
| Elevation | 26 MIL |
| Windage | 16 MIL |
| Weight | 810 grams |
| Length | 392 mm |
| Price |
The latest version that we will analyze today is in fact the most powerful of all, we are talking about the Vector Optics 5-30×56 first focal plane (FFP). The latter means that the size of the crosshairs changes as you zoom the scope. This makes references valid at all times , regardless of the zoom level that our telescopic sight has configured. Its reticle is the one with the largest number of references of the 3 versions:
In addition, it has a 34 mm diameter tube . This robustness allows the scope to be used in thick calibers such as the .338 Lapúa Magnum or the .50 Cal without the recoil being a drawback for the scope .
Unboxing and Review Vector Optics Continental 5-30×56
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Final opinion Vector Optics Continental 5-30×56
This scope has proven to be a reliable, complete and , above all, inexpensive alternative based on all the value you get . Regardingwhich version to purchase, the answer depends essentially on the purpose for which you are purchasing this scope. Undoubtedly the most complete version is the one with the first focal plane, but also the most expensive of the 3. If your objective is hunting and you don’t need so much adjustment capacity, why pay more?
Good shots!
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