Hawke 55201 Spotting Scope
- Spotting Scope
- 80 mm
- 1x
- Manual
An 80mm aluminum spotting scope built for long-range, tripod-based viewing rather than compact carry.
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How it ranks among the 46 spotting scopes we track
4.4★ across 107 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
107 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
Modest tracked demand last month.
Brand identity, imagery, description and spec coverage.
The ProductDome score is separate from the Amazon rating shown above: it combines the Bayesian-smoothed Amazon rating with evidence volume, tracked demand, and data quality across the 46 spotting scopes we track - how the scorecard works · full spotting scopes data report. Confidence: medium - useful but incomplete evidence.Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026. Data-computed, not a hands-on test. Compiled by the ProductDome Research Team.
Overview
The Hawke 55201 is a spotting scope with an 80mm objective lens and manual focus, built in an aluminum housing finished in green. It measures 9.1 x 9.1 x 15.7 inches, sized for tripod-mounted use rather than handheld glassing.
An 80mm objective is a large aperture for a spotting scope, the kind of size chosen for long-range target shooting, birding or hunting where gathering more light at distance matters. The listed 1x magnification figure likely reflects the base of a zoom eyepiece range rather than the scope's only power, though the data here does not specify the top end. Manual focus and an aluminum body keep the design straightforward rather than motorized.
- 80mm objective lens
- Aluminum construction
- Manual focus
- 9.1 x 9.1 x 15.7 in size
Who it's for
Suits shooters, birders or hunters who want a large 80mm objective for long-distance viewing from a fixed position, typically on a tripod. Less suited to anyone wanting a compact, pack-light optic, given the sizeable housing.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Large 80mm objective lens for long-range viewing
- Manual focus control
- Larger, heavier housing than compact spotting scopes
- Magnification range beyond 1x is not detailed
Performance notes
The 80mm objective lens is the main performance driver, gathering more light than smaller spotting scopes and helping with clarity at long range, especially in low light. Manual focus keeps control in the user's hands rather than relying on an auto system, and the aluminum housing is built to handle field use.
Specifications
| Brand | Hawke |
|---|---|
| Model | 55201 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Weight | 1310 pounds |
| Dimensions | 9.1 × 9.1 × 15.7 inches |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | Aluminum |
| Color | Green |
| Other details | |
| Objective Lens | 80 mm |
| Magnification | 1x |
| Focus Type | Manual |
How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in spotting scopes.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hawke 55201 Spotting ScopeThis product | 4.4 / 5 | 107 | 3.6 / 5 |
| Gosky Go20x60-80new Spotting ScopeGosky | 4.5 / 5 | 5,400 | 3.9 / 5 |
| Vortex DS-85A Spotting ScopeVortex | 4.7 / 5 | 844 | 3.9 / 5 |
| Celestron 52306 Spotting ScopeCelestron | 4.4 / 5 | 374 | 3.6 / 5 |
| Barska CO11502 Spotting ScopeBarska | 4.2 / 5 | 825 | 3.6 / 5 |
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Questions about the Hawke 55201
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
What is the objective lens size on the Hawke 55201?
80mm.
Is the Hawke 55201 focus manual or automatic?
Manual focus.
What is the Hawke 55201 spotting scope made of?
An aluminum housing, finished in green.