What is the minimum parallax focus distance for the Hawke Sidewinder 30 SF 6-24x56?

The side focus parallax is adjustable from 9 metres (10 yards) out to infinity. This makes it ideal for long-range target shooting and precision varminting, though it is not suited for close-range rimfire or airgun work under 9 metres.

How does the SR Pro II reticle function and what magnification is it calibrated for?

The glass-etched SR Pro II reticle features calculated MRAD holdovers and is specifically calibrated for accuracy at 8x magnification. It is paired with an 18-layer fully multi-coated H5 optical system that delivers exceptional edge-to-edge clarity and a wide field of view.

Is the Hawke Sidewinder 30 SF heavy for outback stalking and mobile hunting?

Weighing 725 g with a large 56 mm objective lens, this scope is best suited for static long-range shooting, vehicle-based pest control, or benchrest use. For high-mobility mountain hunts or active stalking where rifle weight must stay under 500 g, a lighter compact model is recommended.

What accessories are included in the box with the Hawke Model 17261?

The package comes complete with a 4-inch sunshade, a removable 4-inch index-matched sidewheel for precise range estimation, and a removable zoom magnification throw lever. It also includes lens covers, a CR2032 battery for the red reticle illumination, a lens cloth, and a reticle booklet.

Long Range Riflescope - Hawke 17261

The Hawke Sidewinder 30 SF 6-24×56 SR Pro II (Model 17261) is a long-range tactical hunting riflescope built on a 30 mm mono-tube chassis. Engineered with Hawke System H5 optics, it features 18-layer fully multi-coated low-dispersion crown glass paired with a 56 mm objective lens to maintain edge-to-edge clarity and light transmission across its 6–24× magnification range. The second focal plane, glass-etched SR Pro II reticle provides red LED illumination across 6 brightness levels with intermediate off positions, powered by an internal CR2032 coin-cell battery. It features exposed, resettable push-pull locking turrets with an internal witness window indicating rotation revolutions, alongside a side parallax focus adjustable from 9 metres to infinity.

Key Features

System H5 Wide-Angle Optics: Delivers an ultra-wide 24° field of view (10.6 m – 2.7 m @ 100 m) with a generous 102 mm (4.0″) eye relief.
Precision Turrets with Witness Window: Push-pull locking turrets offer 1/10 MRAD click adjustments across a 20 MRAD total elevation and windage travel range, with a visual revolution indicator.
Glass-Etched Illuminated Reticle: The SR Pro II reticle provides calibrated holdover points at 8× magnification and red illumination with 6 brightness settings.
Side Focus Parallax: Smooth side parallax adjustment operating from 9 m (10 yds) to infinity for close-to-extreme range target acquisition.
Rugged Environmental Build: Nitrogen-purged, waterproof, fog-proof, and shockproof chassis rated for all calibres, including magnum centrefire rifles and spring-piston airguns.
Supplied Controls and Accessories: Includes a 4″ removable index-matched sidewheel, removable zoom magnification throw lever, 4″ sunshade, lens covers, lens cloth, and a CR2032 battery.

Specifications

Magnification: 6–24×
Objective Lens Diameter: 56 mm
Main Tube Diameter: 30 mm mono-tube
Focal Plane: Second Focal Plane (SFP)
Reticle: Glass-etched SR Pro II (Red illumination, 6 levels)
Eye Relief: 102 mm (4.0″)
Field of View: 10.6 m – 2.7 m @ 100 m (21.3 – 5.4 ft @ 100 yds / 24°)
Exit Pupil: 9.3 mm – 2.3 mm
Parallax Adjustment: Side Focus, 9 m (10 yds) to infinity
Adjustment Increment: 1/10 MRAD
Total Adjustment Range: 20 MRAD (Elevation and Windage)
Length: 339 mm (13.3″)
Weight: 725 g (25.6 oz)
Battery: 1 × CR2032 (3V)

Who is the Hawke Sidewinder 30 SF 6-24×56 SR Pro II for?

Long-range target shooters and PRS competitors — Requires the precise 1/10 MRAD exposed locking turrets and the upper 24× magnification of this tactical riflescope to dial elevation accurately over 20 MRAD of internal adjustment range.
Precision varmint and pest eradication hunters — Employs the 9 m to infinity side focus parallax range and a large 56 mm objective lens on this long-range optic to clearly identify small pests from rimfire distances out to extended centrefire ranges in low-light conditions.
Static long-range big game hunters — Relies on the stable optical platform provided by the 725 g, 30 mm mono-tube chassis and 102 mm eye relief to absorb magnum centrefire recoil during stationary vehicle or hide-based shooting.

Less suitable for: Close-range shooting under 9 metres where targets fall outside the minimum focus threshold (which requires a dedicated short-range rimfire or airgun optic), as well as high-mobility mountain hunts requiring a lightweight hunting scope weighing under 500 g with a 44 mm or smaller objective lens.

SKU	HWK39738LP
Model #	17261
Brand	Hawke
Shipping Weight	1.0000kg

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