Hawke Vantage IR 4-16x50 AO Rimfire

• Rimfire .17 HMR Specific Reticle with Dual-Colour Illumination: The Rimfire .17 HMR reticle is a second focal plane design with holdover aim points calculated specifically for the ballistic trajectory of the .17 HMR cartridge, calibrated at 16×. At this reference magnification, each holdover mark corresponds directly to a calculated distance for the .17 HMR, allowing accurate holdovers at known ranges without turret adjustment. The reticle is illuminated in red and green across 5 brightness levels with off positions between each step.
• Adjustable Objective Parallax from 14 Metres: The adjustable objective (AO) ring on the objective bell provides parallax correction from 14 metres to infinity, covering the close to medium distances typical of .17 HMR varminting use. The AO design keeps the scope profile slim and eliminates the need for a separate side knob, which suits the lighter 1-inch tube platform well.
• 1-Inch Mono-Tube Chassis — Lightweight and Compatible: The 1-inch aluminium mono-tube keeps the overall weight at 620 g, making this a notably light option for a 4–16×50 scope. The standard 1-inch tube diameter ensures broad compatibility with widely available ring mounts at all price points, including those commonly found on rimfire rifle platforms.
• H2 Optical System with 50mm Objective: The H2 optical system with 11-layer fully multi-coated lenses and 50mm objective delivers a field of view of 7.9 metres at 100 metres at minimum magnification, with an exit pupil of 12.5 mm at 4× supporting image brightness in low-light field conditions.
• Capped Low-Profile Turrets for Zero Protection: The capped, low-profile, resettable turrets provide 80 MOA of elevation and windage adjustment in ¼ MOA click increments, protecting the zero from accidental movement during carry and handling — appropriate for a rimfire hunting scope where the zero is set at the range and maintained through the season.

About the Vantage Series

The Hawke Vantage series is the broadest riflescope lineup in Hawke's product range, built on the H2 optical system and covering a wide variety of tube diameters, magnification ranges, and reticle configurations at an accessible price point. The range is designed for hunters, target shooters, and recreational shooters who require a reliable, versatile optic without the cost associated with higher-tier optical systems.

All Vantage models feature 11-layer fully multi-coated lenses delivering consistent light transmission and a wide-angle field of view. The lineup spans standard 1-inch, 30mm, and 34mm mono-tube chassis, covering first and second focal plane optics, adjustable objective and side focus parallax variants, illuminated and non-illuminated reticles, and a broad selection of calibre-specific and universal reticle designs. The Vantage IR AO sub-series uses a standard 1-inch tube with an adjustable objective parallax ring and capped, low-profile turrets, making it the most compact and lightweight configuration within the illuminated Vantage riflescope range.

About the Model (Hawke Vantage IR 4-16x50 AO Rimfire .17 HMR)

The Hawke Vantage IR 4-16x50 AO Rimfire .17 HMR is a second focal plane riflescope designed specifically for .17 HMR rimfire shooting, combining a calibre-specific reticle with a lightweight 1-inch tube and adjustable objective parallax in a compact, field-ready package. The 4–16× magnification range provides a field of view of 7.9 metres at 100 metres at minimum power — useful for target identification across open ground — and a 16× upper end that delivers adequate image resolution for precise shot placement at the effective range of the .17 HMR cartridge.

The 50mm objective lens, combined with the H2 optical system and 11-layer fully multi-coated lenses, provides a bright, clear image across the magnification range. An exit pupil of 12.5 mm at 4× supports image brightness in low-light conditions during early morning or late evening varminting sessions. The 90mm of eye relief is compatible with a wide range of rimfire and centrefire platforms.

The Rimfire .17 HMR reticle is calibrated at 16×, with holdover marks positioned to match the .17 HMR trajectory at that reference power. This allows the shooter to engage targets at varying distances using the appropriate holdover mark rather than dialling the turrets between shots — a practical advantage in varminting where multiple targets may appear at different ranges during a single session. The reticle is illuminated in red and green with 5 brightness levels and off positions between each step, controlled via a stepped rheostat.

The adjustable objective (AO) ring provides parallax correction from 14 metres to infinity. The capped, low-profile, resettable turrets offer 80 MOA of adjustment in ¼ MOA click increments. The fast-focus eyebell allows rapid dioptre adjustment. The mono-tube is nitrogen purged and fully sealed, providing waterproof, fogproof, and shockproof performance rated for all calibres. Overall length is 388 mm and weight is 620 g.

About Hawke

Hawke Optics is a British optics brand registered in England and Wales, with products distributed across Europe, North America, and international markets. The company produces a broad range of optical products including riflescopes, airgun scopes, binoculars, spotting scopes, red dot sights, and laser rangefinders, covering applications from hunting and precision shooting to nature observation and marine use.

Hawke organises its riflescope lineup into distinct optical system tiers — from the entry-level H2 through H5 to the flagship H7 — with each tier reflecting the glass specification, coating technology, and mechanical feature level of the products within it. The Vantage series is built on the H2 system, representing the entry level of Hawke's riflescope range and providing an extensive selection of configurations at an accessible price point.

Main Features

• Magnification: 4–16×
• Objective Lens Diameter: 50 mm
• Main Tube Diameter: 1 inch (25.4 mm)
• Reticle: Rimfire .17 HMR, calibrated at 16×
• Reticle Position: Second Focal Plane (SFP)
• Illumination: Yes, 5 levels (red & green), stepped rheostat with off positions between levels
• Click Value: ¼ MOA
• Elevation Adjustment Range: 80 MOA
• Windage Adjustment Range: 80 MOA
• Elevation Turret: Capped, Low-Profile, Resettable
• Windage Turret: Capped, Low-Profile, Resettable
• Parallax Adjustment: Adjustable Objective (AO), 14 m to ∞
• Field of View: 7.9–2.1 m @ 100 m / 23.6–6.2 ft @ 100 yds
• Eye Relief: 90 mm
• Exit Pupil: 12.5–3.1 mm
• Optical System: H2
• Lens Coating: Fully Multi-Coated, 11 layers
• Length: 388 mm
• Weight: 620 g
• Construction: Nitrogen purged, waterproof, fogproof, shockproof, all calibre rated

Warranty

The riflescope is covered by a 10-year warranty.

In the Box

• Riflescope
• Lens Covers
• Lens Cloth
• CR2032 Battery
• Instruction Manual