Will the included rings fit my rimfire rifle?

The Sabre X3 4-12x40 comes packaged with standard 3/8-inch dovetail mounting rings designed specifically for grooved receivers found on most rimfire and airgun platforms. If your rifle is equipped with a standard Picatinny or Weaver rail instead of a dovetail groove, you will need to purchase separate aftermarket 1-inch rings such as the Sabre QR Weaver Mount.

What is the recommended shooting distance for this 4-12x40 riflescope?

This optic is engineered for short- to medium-range engagements, performing best at distances typically between 15 and 150 metres. It provides ideal magnification for small-calibre target shooting, plinking, and small-game pest hunting with calibres like .22 LR, .22 WMR, and .17 HMR.

Can I mount this scope on a heavy-recoil centrefire rifle like a .308 Win?

No, the Sabre SAM41240 is built specifically for airguns and small-calibre rimfire platforms. For heavy-recoil centrefire calibres such as .308 Win or .30-06, manufacturer guidelines require stepping up to a heavier-duty 30 mm tube riflescope to withstand the increased recoil.

Does this riflescope require any electrical compliance certifications for use in Australia?

No electrical compliance marks or SAA/RCM certifications are required for this product. The Sabre X3 4-12x40 is a purely mechanical, non-illuminated optical system containing no batteries, electronics, or mains connections.

Rimfire Riflescope - Sabre SAM41240

The Sabre X3 4-12x40 Riflescope (SAM41240) is a variable-magnification optical system engineered for airguns and small-calibre rimfire rifles. Featuring a 3x optical zoom range from 4x to 12x magnification combined with a 40 mm objective lens, it delivers clear target acquisition for plinking, target shooting, and small-game hunting. The optic is built on a standard 1-inch (25.4 mm) main tube, utilises a Second Focal Plane (SFP) Half Mil Dot (HMD) reticle, and comes packaged with dedicated 3/8-inch dovetail mounting rings for straightforward installation on grooved receivers.

Key Features

Optical Configuration: Offers 4x to 12x variable magnification with multi-layer coated lenses to reduce reflections and maintain light transmission across varied field conditions.
HMD Reticle: Second Focal Plane Half Mil Dot reticle provides consistent aiming reference points for range estimation and holdover adjustments.
Capped Turrets: Finger-adjustable, capped windage and elevation turrets protect internal zero settings against accidental shifts during field carry.
Mounting Hardware Included: Supplied with a factory set of 3/8-inch (approximately 9.5 mm / 11 mm) dovetail mounting rings.
Non-Powered System: Fully optical, non-illuminated design requires no batteries or electrical power sources.

Product Specifications

Model: Sabre X3 4-12x40 (SAM41240)
Magnification: 4x to 12x
Objective Lens Diameter: 40 mm
Main Tube Diameter: 1 inch (25.4 mm)
Focal Plane: Second Focal Plane (SFP)
Reticle: Half Mil Dot (HMD)
Lens Coating: Multi-layer coated
Turret Type: Capped, finger-adjustable
Mount Compatibility: 3/8-inch dovetail rails (rings included)
Packaged Dimensions: 340 mm (L) × 60 mm (W) × 60 mm (H)
Packaged Weight: Approximately 0.50 kg (500 g)

Who is the Sabre X3 4-12x40 Including Dovetail Rings for?

Rimfire and Airgun Pest Hunters — Variable 4x to 12x magnification and a 40 mm objective lens provide practical target resolution and field of view for this riflescope when engaging small game such as rabbits, hares, and foxes at typical working distances between 15 and 150 metres.
Small-Calibre Target Shooters — Supplied 3/8-inch dovetail mounting rings fit directly onto grooved receivers without requiring rail adaptors, allowing shooters to mount this 1-inch main tube optic straight onto .22 LR, .22 WMR, .17 HMR, or spring/PCP air rifles.

Less suitable for: Heavy-recoil centrefire calibres (.308 Win, .30-06, and magnums), which require heavier-duty 30 mm tube optics; firearms equipped with standard Picatinny or Weaver rails, which require separate aftermarket 1-inch rings; and long-range precision shooting beyond 200 to 300 metres, which is better served by high-magnification optics featuring first focal plane reticles and exposed tactical turrets.

SKU	SAR40724LP
Model #	SAM41240
Brand	Sabre
Shipping Weight	1.0000kg

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