Vortex Defender-XL 5 MOA Micro Red Dot (Tan)
Vortex Defender-XL 5 MOA Micro Red Dot with Motion Activated (Tan)
The rush of competitive shooting may bring us all together. But when you want an optic that sets you apart, depend on the Defender-XL. Target to target. Stage to stage. It's built tough as nails around a massive sight window that delivers greater peripheral vision and increasing speed for follow-up shots so you always come out on top.
Large Viewing Window
Expansive sight window provides fast target acquisition and greater peripheral awareness—ideal for competitive shooting and rapid transitions.
Aspherical Lens
Delivers a distortion-free sight picture and truer colors, giving you a clear and accurate visual of your target.
ShockShield Polymer Insert
Absorbs impact from drops or harsh use, enhancing durability for rugged conditions.
Fast-Rack Texturing
Aggressively textured front surface enables quick slide racking against any hard surface during high-stress situations.
Motion Activation with Auto Shutoff
Turns on automatically when movement is detected; shuts off after 10 minutes to preserve battery life.
Button Lockout Mode
Prevents accidental brightness adjustments during use or transport for reliable, consistent performance.
Top-Mount Battery Compartment
Enables easy battery changes without removing or re-zeroing the optic, ensuring uninterrupted performance.
10 Brightness Settings with Night Vision Compatibility
Offers daylight-bright settings and two night vision-compatible modes for all lighting conditions.
Parallax-Free Design
Eliminates sight alignment issues, ensuring your point of aim stays true regardless of eye position.
Unlimited Eye Relief
Flexible eye placement improves comfort and responsiveness in fast-paced shooting environments.
Durable Single-Piece Chassis
Compact, lightweight, and rugged design withstands recoil, impact, and harsh environmental conditions.
Waterproof, Fogproof, Shockproof Construction
Engineered for real-world abuse, built to perform in any weather or terrain.
Low-Glare Matte Anodized Finish
Reduces visible reflections and resists corrosion for tactical concealment and long-term reliability.
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Vortex Defender-XL 5 MOA Micro Red Dot (Tan)
Vortex Defender-XL 5 MOA Micro Red Dot with Motion Activated (Tan)
The rush of competitive shooting may bring us all together. But when you want an optic that sets you apart, depend on the Defender-XL. Target to target. Stage to stage. It's built tough as nails around a massive sight window that delivers greater peripheral vision and increasing speed for follow-up shots so you always come out on top.
Large Viewing Window
Expansive sight window provides fast target acquisition and greater peripheral awareness—ideal for competitive shooting and rapid transitions.
Aspherical Lens
Delivers a distortion-free sight picture and truer colors, giving you a clear and accurate visual of your target.
ShockShield Polymer Insert
Absorbs impact from drops or harsh use, enhancing durability for rugged conditions.
Fast-Rack Texturing
Aggressively textured front surface enables quick slide racking against any hard surface during high-stress situations.
Motion Activation with Auto Shutoff
Turns on automatically when movement is detected; shuts off after 10 minutes to preserve battery life.
Button Lockout Mode
Prevents accidental brightness adjustments during use or transport for reliable, consistent performance.
Top-Mount Battery Compartment
Enables easy battery changes without removing or re-zeroing the optic, ensuring uninterrupted performance.
10 Brightness Settings with Night Vision Compatibility
Offers daylight-bright settings and two night vision-compatible modes for all lighting conditions.
Parallax-Free Design
Eliminates sight alignment issues, ensuring your point of aim stays true regardless of eye position.
Unlimited Eye Relief
Flexible eye placement improves comfort and responsiveness in fast-paced shooting environments.
Durable Single-Piece Chassis
Compact, lightweight, and rugged design withstands recoil, impact, and harsh environmental conditions.
Waterproof, Fogproof, Shockproof Construction
Engineered for real-world abuse, built to perform in any weather or terrain.
Low-Glare Matte Anodized Finish
Reduces visible reflections and resists corrosion for tactical concealment and long-term reliability.
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Vortex Defender-XL 5 MOA Micro Red Dot with Motion Activated (Tan)
The rush of competitive shooting may bring us all together. But when you want an optic that sets you apart, depend on the Defender-XL. Target to target. Stage to stage. It's built tough as nails around a massive sight window that delivers greater peripheral vision and increasing speed for follow-up shots so you always come out on top.
Large Viewing Window
Expansive sight window provides fast target acquisition and greater peripheral awareness—ideal for competitive shooting and rapid transitions.
Aspherical Lens
Delivers a distortion-free sight picture and truer colors, giving you a clear and accurate visual of your target.
ShockShield Polymer Insert
Absorbs impact from drops or harsh use, enhancing durability for rugged conditions.
Fast-Rack Texturing
Aggressively textured front surface enables quick slide racking against any hard surface during high-stress situations.
Motion Activation with Auto Shutoff
Turns on automatically when movement is detected; shuts off after 10 minutes to preserve battery life.
Button Lockout Mode
Prevents accidental brightness adjustments during use or transport for reliable, consistent performance.
Top-Mount Battery Compartment
Enables easy battery changes without removing or re-zeroing the optic, ensuring uninterrupted performance.
10 Brightness Settings with Night Vision Compatibility
Offers daylight-bright settings and two night vision-compatible modes for all lighting conditions.
Parallax-Free Design
Eliminates sight alignment issues, ensuring your point of aim stays true regardless of eye position.
Unlimited Eye Relief
Flexible eye placement improves comfort and responsiveness in fast-paced shooting environments.
Durable Single-Piece Chassis
Compact, lightweight, and rugged design withstands recoil, impact, and harsh environmental conditions.
Waterproof, Fogproof, Shockproof Construction
Engineered for real-world abuse, built to perform in any weather or terrain.
Low-Glare Matte Anodized Finish
Reduces visible reflections and resists corrosion for tactical concealment and long-term reliability.
