Hawke Sidewinder 30 4-16x50 FFP Half Mil IR 30mm Rifle Scope
The Hawke Sidewinder 30 4-16x50 FFP Half Mil IR rifle scope is ideal for shooters who prefer first focal plane accuracy. I like that the Half Mil IR reticle scales with magnification, ensuring holdover subtensions remain accurate at every zoom level. The 4-16x magnification range offers flexibility for hunting and target shooting alike, while the 50mm objective lens provides excellent brightness. Built with a durable 30mm tube and precise side focus adjustment, this Hawke FFP rifle scope delivers reliable performance and tactical precision. - George
The Hawke Sidewinder 30 4-16x50 FFP Half Mil IR Rifle Scope is a high-performance, multi-discipline optic designed for shooters demanding precision and clarity. Equipped with Hawke’s advanced H5 optics and an impressive 24° ultra-wide field of view, it provides a sharp, clear image spanning 10.6 to 2.7 metres at 100 metres, complemented by a generous 100mm eye relief for comfortable use during extended shooting sessions. The FFP Half Mil reticle ensures consistent subtensions across the entire zoom range, supported by 18-layer fully multi-coated lenses and high-grade Crown glass for maximum light transmission.
Parallax-free shooting is made easy from 9 metres to infinity, assisted by a removable, index-matched side wheel. Precision resettable locking turrets with 1/10 MRAD clicks and a witness window provide instant turret position visibility. Built around a robust 30mm mono-tube chassis, the scope is shockproof, waterproof, fog proof, and nitrogen purged for reliable performance in all weather conditions. This versatile optic is all-calibre rated and backed by the Hawke No-Fault Lifetime Warranty.
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- Optical System System H5
- Scope Tube 30mm
- Magnification 4 - 16x
- Objective Lens 50mm
- Reticle FFP Half Mil (16x)
- Illumination 6 Levels (Red)
- Illumination Control Stepped Rheostat with Off Positions In-between
- Parallax Side Focus
- Field of View 31.8 - 8.1ft @ 100yds / 10.6 - 2.7m @ 100m
- Field of View (°) 6.1 - 1.5
- Eye Relief 4in / 102mm
- Parallax/Focus (Error free from) 10yds - ∞ / 9m - ∞
- Click Value 1/10 MRAD
- Turret Type (Elevation) Witness Window
- Length 13.3in / 339mm
- Weight 25.6oz / 725g
- Resettable Locking Turrets With Witness Window
- 30mm Mono-Tube Chassis
- Side Focus
- Illumination
- Side Wheel - Index-Matched (Removable)
- Ultra-Wide Angle 24° FOV
- High Volume Eyebox
- 100mm Eye Relief
- Multi-LED High-Intensity Reticle
- High Grade, Low Dispersion Crown Glass
- 18 Layer Fully Multi-Coated Lenses
- Zoom Magnification Throw Lever (Removable)
- Fast Focus Eyeball With Lock Ring

FFP Half Mil Reticle:
The FFP Half Mil reticle was developed specifically for the first focal plane optical systems and based around the common principles of mil spaced reticles. With half mil spaced markings out beyond 5 mils in all directions, the FFP Half Mil is a versatile reticle that provides aim points no matter how extreme the conditions.
A series of crosses etched on the lower section of the reticle make for extra windage Aimpoint and act to give an easy quick-glance method of counting which mil spacing you’re aiming with. Outer posts are segmented into half mil spacing and 0.2 mil spacings, so can be used for bracketing and rangefinding.
- Hawke Sidewinder 30 4-16x50 FFP Half Mil IR Rifle Scope
- Instruction Manual
- Reticle Booklet
- Lens Cloth
- Bikini Style Lens Covers
- 4" Sunshade
- 4" Sidewheel
- Zoom Lever
- Hex Key
- CR2032 Battery
1. What are the advantages of FFP in the Hawke Sidewinder 4-16x50 Half Mil IR?
The First Focal Plane design ensures that reticle subtensions remain accurate at all magnification levels, allowing precise holdover calculations without adjusting magnification.
2. Is the Hawke 4-16x50 FFP scope accurate at all magnifications?
Yes, because the reticle scales with magnification in an FFP scope, holdover and windage markings remain proportionally accurate throughout the zoom range.
3. How does the Half Mil IR reticle improve long-range accuracy?
The Half Mil IR reticle provides detailed aiming references for bullet drop and wind drift compensation, enhancing precision at extended distances.
4. Is the Hawke Sidewinder 4-16x50 FFP suitable for tactical shooting?
Yes, the FFP reticle, exposed turrets, and reliable tracking make it suitable for tactical and precision shooting applications.
5. What rifles pair best with the Hawke 30mm 4-16x50 FFP scope?
It pairs well with air rifles, rimfires, and centrefire rifles used for hunting, target shooting, and precision applications.
Hawke No-Fault Lifetime Warranty:
- When you buy your new Hawke scope or binocular, you're buying peace of mind… for life. In the event your product becomes damaged or defective we'll repair it at no charge to you. It doesn't matter how it happened or whose fault it was - we've got you covered.
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