Top 5 Long Range Scopes for 308

The NX8 4-32x50 F1 riflescope is a compact and capable long range riflescope. Building upon the legendary durability of the NXS family from Nightforce, the NX8 adds first focal plane performance with an 8x zoom range in a small package. This wide zoom range allows for fast engagements at close range along with the ability to detect, identify and engage targets at long range.

Other features include the ZeroStop elevation adjustment for a rapid return to zero. The 50mm objective is optimized for resolution and light transmission, with a parallax adjustment coming as close as 11 yards. An integrated PTL (Power Throw Lever) makes power changes fast and easy. The compact size and incredible capability of the NX8 4-32x50 F1 makes it an instant favorite for nearly any rifle and intended use.

Features:

• 8x zoom range, 4x to 32x magnification
• First Focal Plane (FFP/F1) reticle
• ED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass for superior image quality
• 50mm objective lens for maximum resolution and low-light use
• Compact length at 13.4"/340mm
• 30mm body tube
• Parallax adjustable from 11 yards to infinity
• ZeroStop elevation adjustment for rapid and easy return to zero
• Capped windage adjustment
• Integrated PTL (Power Throw Lever)
• Locking diopter adjustment

This updated favorite hands an unfair advantage to shooters who seek to keep the upper hand in every situation from close quarters to long-range shots. The illumination dial is cleanly integrated into the side focus adjustment knob for easy access and streamlined performance. The glass-etched reticle offers shooters highly functional, intuitive, and detailed hold points, yet remains uncluttered for optimal viewing and features 10 intensity levels with off positions between each setting.

Features

• Extra-low dispersion (XD) glass increases resolution and color fidelity
• Fully multi-coated optics
• Second focal plane, glass-etched reticle
• Aircraft-grade aluminum, single-piece constructed tube
• Argon purged and o-ring sealed creates and water and fog proof scope
• Shockproof
• Tactical exposed turrets
• RZR Zero stop prevents the turret from dialing below sight-in range
• Fiber optic turret rotation indicator provides a highly visible point of reference for turret rotations
• Fast focus eyepiece

As shooters continue to push the limits of rifle and cartridge performance, Nightforce continues to exceed the needed performance in riflescope technology by introducing the ATACR 7-35x 56mm F1. With its extensive magnification range and legendary ATACR optical performance, via an ED glass package, the ATACR 7-35x 56mm F1 will push the boundaries of even the most capable of today’s long range cartridges.

With parallax adjustment down to 10 yards and 100 MOA of elevation travel, precision is attainable from short range distances to as far as any modern extreme long range rifle and cartridge can reach. This riflescope offers an incredible field of view across the entire magnification range, making targets easy to find, identify and engage. Whether the need is for competition like the Precision Rifle Series (PRS), or extreme long range shooting, this riflescope delivers unmatched precision and repeatability.

The field proven Viper HS LR has gained another extraordinary tool with the addition of the First Focal Plane Reticle. The HS LR was designed for long range shooting and now you can extend that range even further. The exposed elevation turret features ½ MOA adjustments with 24 MOA/Revolution and 75 total MOA of travel. With a generous eye relief and ample field of view, the HS LR FFP is in a class of its own. The 30mm 1-piece tube is 100% weatherproof and the extra low dispersion glass is XR fully multi-coated for increased light transmission and maximum brightness. The HS LR also comes equipped with the CRS Zero stop to prevent dialing more than one rotation below your zero when dialing for extreme long range. Other outstanding features include side focus, MAG-View fiber optics to verify the magnification setting even under low light, ArmorTek scratch resistant lens coating, fast focus eye piece and the HS LR is covered by the Vortex VIP Unconditional Lifetime Warranty.

Legendary Leupold durability, ruggedness and stunning optical quality- times six. With a powerful 6:1 zoom ratio, the Leupold VX-6HD delivers crystal clear images from edge-to-edge throughout the entire magnification range. Leupold’s legendary Twilight Max Light Management System and DiamondCoat 2 combine with edge-blackened lead free lenses for astonishing clarity and light transmission. The extreme fast-focus eyepiece ensures a generous eyebox, superior field of view and optimal diopter adjustment in the field. A rugged 30mm maintube, twin bias spring erector system, and two turn CDS Zero Lock finger click adjustments assure maximum adjustment range and precision. These scopes also feature an electronic reticle-leveling system. If the scope becomes canted by more than 1°, the reticle with flash to alert the shooter that the gun is not level. Once the scope is returned to level, the reticle will stop flashing to let the shooter know they can make an accurate shot.

All Leupold VX-6HD rifle scopes include one free Custom Ballistic Dial with purchase. Leupold second generation Argon/Krypton waterproofing resists the effects of thermal shock much more efficiently than standard nitrogen. Waterproof, shockproof and backed by the Leupold Full Lifetime Guarantee, the Leupold VX-6HD sets the standard for riflescope performance.

Leupold CDS (Custom Dial System) models allow you to quickly dial your elevation to different sight-in ranges with a custom adjustment matched to your specific ballistics information. The CDS dials change out easily, allowing you flexibility with different loads, conditions and calibers. Every CDS dial features ¼-MOA click or 1 cm click (metric versions), finger adjustments and no adjustment covers to lose. The CDS System works by laser-inscribing your scope's elevation dial to match your load, velocity and conditions. Your scope will be in perfect synch with the way your rifle and load shoots, even for hand loads. Each CDS dial is unique, taking all practical ballistic and environmental factors into account.  Detailed instructions are included with CDS Scopes on how to contact Leupold directly to get your customized CDS dial. The first CDS dial is free of charge, and others can be ordered.