The Hawke Nature-Trek 16–48×65 (Model 55200) is an angled spotting scope engineered for clear, long-distance observation and target identification. Built with Hawke's System H2 optics, it features fully multi-coated lenses paired with BAK-4 Porro prisms inside a 65 mm objective assembly. Measuring 356 mm in length and weighing 1,185 g, it delivers a mid-weight balance for users moving between stationary range benches and mobile field packs. The scope operates entirely as a passive optical system, mounting to standard Australian tripods, window mounts, and bipods via a standard 1/4"-20 UNC interface thread.

Key Features

• 45-Degree Angled Eyepiece: Features a twist-up eyecup with 20 mm of eye relief to ensure comfortable viewing during extended sessions, including for users wearing spectacles.
• Rotating Tripod Collar: Allows the chassis to rotate 360 degrees within its mounting band to achieve comfortable sight angles when viewing from prone, benchtop, or hide positions.
• Retractable Sunshade: Built-in pull-out hood manages direct optical glare and shields the 65 mm objective lens from stray ambient light and light rain.
• All-Weather Chassis: Nitrogen-purged and O-ring sealed for waterproof and fog-proof performance, wrapped in a protective green rubber armour.
• Field-Ready Accessories: Supplied with a stay-on protective soft neoprene scope cover, lens caps, and a carry strap.

Specifications

• Magnification: 16–48×
• Objective Lens Diameter: 65 mm
• Optical System: System H2, BAK-4 Porro Prisms, Fully Multi-Coated (FMC)
• Field of View: 46–24.5 m @ 1,000 m (138–73.5 ft @ 1,000 yd / 2.6°–1.4°)
• Close Focus: 3.5 m (11.5 ft)
• Eye Relief: 20 mm (0.8 in)
• Exit Pupil: 4.1–1.4 mm
• Length: 356 mm (14 in)
• Weight: 1,185 g (41.8 oz)
• Mounting Interface: 1/4"-20 UNC tripod thread

Who is the Hawke Nature-Trek 16-48x65 for?

• Target Shooters — Benefits from the 16–48× magnification range, 20 mm eye relief, and rotating tripod collar to easily spot bullet holes on paper or steel targets from seated bench or prone shooting positions without breaking body alignment.
• Open-Country Hunters — Relies on the 1,185 g packable carry weight and 65 mm objective lens to glass expansive terrain for game identification across 50 m to beyond 1,000 m without adding the bulk of heavy bench-class optics.
• Birdwatchers and Wildlife Observers — Uses the 3.5 m close-focus capability combined with the 45-degree angled spotting scope format to transition smoothly between close-range detail tracking and distant wildlife observation.

Less suitable for: Low-light observation at maximum zoom, as the exit pupil narrows to 1.4 mm at 48× magnification (requiring bright ambient daylight); low-light specialists require a larger 80–85 mm objective spotting scope. It is also unsuitable for direct firearm recoil mounting, requiring a dedicated rifle optic instead.