Swarovski Z3 3-10x42 Riflescope
- Objective Lens Diameter: 42 mm
- Night vision: No
- Thread Type: 1/2"-20 UNC
- Material Type: Aluminum
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ASIN: B002S9SJ2WModel: Z3Category: Rifle Scopes
Overview
A 3-10x42mm riflescope from Swarovski's Z3 line with a PLEX reticle, built as a compact update to the older AV-Line for hunters who want high precision optics in a slim body.
Swarovski designed the Z3's slim housing to mount close to the barrel across a range of rifles, and it ships ready to shoot with a PLEX reticle and a limited lifetime warranty.
- 3-10x42mm magnification range
- PLEX reticle, ready to mount and shoot
- Slim, lightweight housing for close to barrel mounting
- Limited lifetime warranty
Who it's for
Fits hunters who want Austrian glass quality on a lightweight rifle without the weight or price of a full tactical scope, particularly on ultralight hunting builds. Shooters chasing extreme long range work or a lighted reticle should look elsewhere, since this is a fixed, unlit PLEX crosshair built for closer to medium range shots.
Pros and cons
- Slim housing mounts close to the barrel
- Limited lifetime warranty from Swarovski
- No illuminated reticle
- Magnification tops out at 10x, not for long range
Performance notes
The 3-10x magnification and 42mm objective are built for versatile hunting shots rather than extreme distance, and the slim housing lets it sit low and close to the barrel on lighter rifles. Windage and elevation adjustments are straightforward for field zeroing, and the PLEX reticle is a fixed, unlit crosshair rather than an illuminated design.
Specifications
| Brand | Swarovski |
|---|---|
| Model | Z3 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Objective Lens Diameter | 42 mmhigher than 58% of 309 rifle scopes |
| Item Weight | 0.8 poundslower than 90% of 238 rifle scopes |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Aluminum |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Compatible Devices | Rifle |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | Scope |
| Other details | |
| Night vision | No |
| Thread Type | 1/2"-20 UNC |
| Sport Type | Hunting |
| Item Type Name | Scope |
| Field Of View | 33 feet |
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Frequently asked questions
What reticle does the Swarovski Z3 use?
A PLEX reticle, a fixed crosshair design rather than an illuminated one.
Does it come with a warranty?
Yes, Swarovski backs the Z3 3-10x42 with a limited lifetime warranty.