What is the parallax setting on the Hawke Vantage 4-12x40 30/30, and how does it perform at close ranges?

The Model 14139 features a fixed parallax set at 100 yards, making it optimised for medium-range rimfire and centerfire hunting from about 50 yards onwards. For ultra-close range shooting under 50 metres, such as tight farmyard pest control where parallax error becomes an issue, an Adjustable Objective (AO) model is recommended instead.

Is the Hawke Vantage 4-12x40 suitable for all-day stalking in the Australian bush?

Yes, weighing in at just 415 g with a slim 1-inch mono-tube chassis, this scope is specifically designed to keep your rifle lightweight during long, active stalks in the outback. Furthermore, the nitrogen-purged aluminium chassis is fully waterproof, shockproof, and fogproof to handle harsh Australian weather conditions.

Does this riflescope require any Australian electrical certifications or battery compliance?

No, the Hawke Vantage 4-12x40 30/30 is a completely manual, non-illuminated optical riflescope containing no electronic components or batteries. Consequently, electrical safety certifications like SAA or RCM and 240V mains power compatibility do not apply to this passive optical device.

What mounting hardware do I need to attach this 1-inch scope to my rifle?

This scope features a 1-inch main tube diameter, so you will need compatible 1-inch ring mounts depending on your rifle's receiver. For example, if your rifle has a standard dovetail rail, the Hawke 24101 Tactical Ring Mounts 1 Inch Medium Dovetail provide a secure, low-profile fit for the 40 mm objective lens.

Vantage Riflescope - Hawke 14139 4-12x40

The Hawke Vantage 4-12x40 30/30 (Model 14139) is a variable-power hunting riflescope engineered for rimfire and centerfire shooting platforms. Built around an 11-layer fully multi-coated optical system and a 1-inch mono-tube chassis, it provides clear target acquisition and a classic aiming point across medium-range hunting, pest control, and target shooting applications. With a purged nitrogen interior, the optic is fully waterproof, fogproof, and shock-rated for all calibres.

Key Features

H2 Optical System: Features 11-layer fully multi-coated lenses that optimise light transmission across a 4-12x magnification range and a 40 mm objective lens.
30/30 Duplex Reticle: Non-illuminated second focal plane reticle providing a clean sight picture, subtending 30 inches between the heavy outer posts at 100 yards on 4x magnification.
Durable 1-Piece Chassis: Constructed from a 1-inch (25.4 mm) mono-tube aluminium housing that weighs 415 g for ease of carry in the field.
Low-Profile Capped Turrets: Provides precise 1/4 MOA click adjustments with up to 100 MOA of total windage and elevation travel.
Field-Ready Design: Equipped with a fast-focus eyebell, knurled high-torque zoom ring, and 90 mm of eye relief for comfortable shooting under recoil.

Technical Specifications

Model Number (MPN): 14139
Magnification: 4–12x
Objective Lens Diameter: 40 mm
Tube Diameter: 1 inch (25.4 mm) mono-tube
Reticle: 30/30 Duplex (Second Focal Plane)
Parallax: Fixed at 100 yards (91 m)
Field of View: 8.7 m – 2.9 m @ 100 m (26.2 ft – 8.7 ft @ 100 yds)
Eye Relief: 90 mm (3.5 in)
Exit Pupil: 10 mm – 3.3 mm
Turret Adjustment Value: 1/4 MOA per click
Elevation & Windage Travel: Up to 100 MOA
Overall Length: 341 mm to 346 mm
Weight: 415 g (14.6 oz)
Power Source: Passive optical system (non-illuminated, no batteries required)

Who is the Hawke Vantage 4-12x40 for?

Rimfire pest control shooters — provides 4-12x variable magnification with factory parallax fixed at 100 yards, allowing precise shot placement on small game across standard 50-to-100-yard field distances without requiring manual objective adjustments.
Medium-range centerfire deer hunters — offers a lightweight 415 g 1-inch mono-tube chassis paired with a 40 mm objective lens, minimising rifle carry weight during all-day stalking while delivering clear magnification for medium-range engagements.

Less suitable for: ultra-close range shooting under 50 metres requiring fine focus correction; shooters operating at close distances or using high-magnification rimfires should consider an adjustable objective (AO) riflescope with parallax correction down to 10 yards.

SKU	HWK39812LP
Model #	14139
Brand	Hawke
Shipping Weight	1.0000kg

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