Hawke Vantage 3-9x40

• Four Configurations Covering All Common Use Cases: The Vantage 3-9x40 is available in four variants combining two reticle options and two parallax systems. The 30/30 Duplex reticle (art. no. 14120 fixed / 14122 AO) provides a traditional hunting crosshair with thick outer posts tapering to a fine centre section — fast to acquire and unobtrusive in the field. The Mil Dot reticle (art. no. 14121 fixed / 14123 AO) adds evenly spaced mil dots for holdover reference and rough ranging. All four variants are non-illuminated.
• Fixed or Adjustable Objective Parallax: The fixed parallax variants (14120 and 14121) set parallax at 91 metres, keeping the design compact at 315 mm and 402 g — suited to general hunting and field use. The AO variants (14122 and 14123) add an adjustable objective ring covering 9 metres to infinity, enabling precise parallax correction at close to long range, at the cost of slightly larger dimensions (322 mm, 482 g). The AO versions are particularly practical for airgun and rimfire shooting where short-range parallax correction is useful.
• Classic 3–9× Hunting Magnification Range: The 3–9× magnification range with a 3× zoom ratio is one of the most widely used configurations in general hunting use, providing a broad field of view of 13 metres at 100 metres at minimum power for fast target acquisition, and a 9× upper end that is adequate for confident shot placement at typical centrefire hunting distances.
• H2 Optical System with 40mm Objective: The H2 optical system with 11-layer fully multi-coated lenses and 40mm objective delivers a clear, bright image across the magnification range. An exit pupil of 13.3 mm at 3× supports image brightness in low-light conditions during the early morning and late evening hunting periods most relevant to general use.
• Lightweight and Universally Compatible: The fixed parallax variants at 402 g represent one of the lightest options in the illuminated-free 3–9×40 class. The standard 1-inch tube ensures compatibility with the widest range of ring mounts available at any price point, including those bundled with many entry-level hunting rifles.

About the Vantage Series

The Hawke Vantage series is the broadest riflescope lineup in Hawke's product range, built on the H2 optical system and covering a wide variety of tube diameters, magnification ranges, and reticle configurations at an accessible price point. The range is designed for hunters, target shooters, and recreational shooters who require a reliable, versatile optic without the cost associated with higher-tier optical systems.

All Vantage models feature 11-layer fully multi-coated lenses delivering consistent light transmission across the magnification range. The lineup spans standard 1-inch, 30mm, and 34mm mono-tube chassis, covering first and second focal plane optics, adjustable objective and fixed parallax variants, illuminated and non-illuminated reticles, and a broad selection of reticle designs from simple duplex patterns through mil dot and calibre-specific holdover variants. The Vantage 3-9x40 represents one of the most versatile configurations within the range, available across four variants to cover the broadest possible range of applications and user preferences within the same fundamental platform.

About the Model (Hawke Vantage 3-9x40)

The Hawke Vantage 3-9x40 is a non-illuminated riflescope in one of the most widely established magnification configurations for general-purpose hunting, field shooting, and rimfire use. The 3–9× magnification range with a 3× zoom ratio provides a field of view of 13 metres at 100 metres at minimum power — broad enough for fast target acquisition and situational awareness at close range in woodland and driven hunting — and a 9× upper end that delivers adequate resolution for confident shot placement at the centrefire distances the scope's price class is primarily used for.

The 40mm objective lens, combined with the H2 optical system and 11-layer fully multi-coated lenses, delivers consistent light transmission and a bright, clear image across the magnification range. An exit pupil of 13.3 mm at 3× supports image brightness in low-light field conditions. The 90mm of eye relief is compatible with a wide range of centrefire and rimfire rifle platforms.

The scope is available in four configurations. The 30/30 Duplex fixed (art. no. 14120) and Mil Dot fixed (art. no. 14121) models use fixed parallax at 91 metres, measuring 315 mm and weighing 402 g — the lighter and more compact pair, suited to general hunting use where a simple, field-ready zero-maintenance setup is preferred. The 30/30 Duplex AO (art. no. 14122) and Mil Dot AO (art. no. 14123) models add an adjustable objective ring covering 9 metres to infinity, measuring 322 mm and weighing 482 g — the practical choice for airgun shooting, rimfire, and any application where close-range parallax correction is needed for accurate shot placement.

All four variants use capped, low-profile, resettable turrets providing 100 MOA of elevation and windage adjustment in ¼ MOA click increments. The fast-focus eyebell allows rapid dioptre adjustment. All mono-tubes are nitrogen purged and fully sealed, providing waterproof, fogproof, and shockproof performance rated for all calibres.

About Hawke

Hawke Optics is a British optics brand registered in England and Wales, with products distributed across Europe, North America, and international markets. The company produces a broad range of optical products including riflescopes, airgun scopes, binoculars, spotting scopes, red dot sights, and laser rangefinders, covering applications from hunting and precision shooting to nature observation and marine use.

Hawke organises its riflescope lineup into distinct optical system tiers — from the entry-level H2 through H5 to the flagship H7 — with each tier reflecting the glass specification, coating technology, and mechanical feature level of the products within it. The Vantage series is built on the H2 system, representing the entry level of Hawke's riflescope range and providing an extensive selection of configurations at an accessible price point.

Main Features

• Magnification: 3–9×
• Objective Lens Diameter: 40 mm
• Main Tube Diameter: 1 inch (25.4 mm)
• Reticle: 30/30 Duplex (14120, 14122) / Mil Dot (14121, 14123)
• Reticle Position: Second Focal Plane (SFP)
• Illumination: No
• Click Value: ¼ MOA
• Elevation Adjustment Range: 100 MOA
• Windage Adjustment Range: 100 MOA
• Elevation Turret: Capped, Low-Profile, Resettable
• Windage Turret: Capped, Low-Profile, Resettable
• Parallax: Fixed (91 m / 100 yds) (14120, 14121) / Adjustable Objective (AO), 9 m to ∞ (14122, 14123)
• Field of View: 13–4.2 m @ 100 m / 39–12.7 ft @ 100 yds
• Eye Relief: 90 mm
• Exit Pupil: 13.3–4.4 mm
• Optical System: H2
• Lens Coating: Fully Multi-Coated, 11 layers
• Length: 315 mm (14120, 14121) / 322 mm (14122, 14123)
• Weight: 402 g (14120, 14121) / 482 g (14122, 14123)
• Construction: Nitrogen purged, waterproof, fogproof, shockproof, all calibre rated

Warranty

The riflescope is covered by a 10-year warranty.

In the Box

• Riflescope
• Lens Covers
• Lens Cloth
• Instruction Manual