How does the magnetic side focus wheel perform for close-range target work in Australian field conditions?

The included tool-free magnetic large sidewheel features a redesigned 330-degree total cam rotation, allocating 291 degrees specifically for precision ranging from 9 yards out to infinity. This allows for extremely fine parallax adjustments and accurate distance estimation, which is critical during competitive air rifle field target matches.

Is this riflescope suitable for general hunting or mobile stalking in the bush?

No, at 33.6 oz (953 g) for the scope body alone—plus the large side wheel and required 34mm mounting hardware—the total mounted system weight exceeds 1.1 to 1.2 kg. This substantial weight and the narrow high-power field of view make it ill-suited for mobile stalking, where lightweight, conventional field hunting optics under 600 grams perform significantly better.

Does the reticle illumination module require any special electrical compliance or charging in Australia?

No mains power connection or Australian SAA and RCM electrical safety compliance is required, as the optical system is unpowered. The reticle illumination operates solely on a single standard off-the-shelf CR2032 3V lithium coin cell battery to power the 11-position side dial.

What kind of recoil rating does the Sightron S6 10-60x56mm have for high-calibre rifles?

This model is factory tested and shockproof rated to 1,000G for over 10,000 cycles. It is officially engineered to handle everything from heavy spring-piston and PCP airguns up to .50 BMG centerfire calibres without losing zero or damaging internal erector components.

Field Target Riflescope - Sightron SI-66016

The Sightron S6 ED 10-60x56 FT (Field Target) SFP Riflescope is an ultra-high-magnification optic engineered specifically for competitive air rifle and benchrest target disciplines. Built on a 34 mm main tube machined from Japanese optical glass with two Extra-Low Dispersion (ED) elements and Zact-7 Revcoat Plus multi-coatings, this second focal plane scope provides the resolving power needed to distinguish shot placement at extreme distances. It includes a detachable, tool-free magnetic 145 mm parallax wheel designed to work with Sightron's specialized 330° cam rotation system, allocating 291° of mechanical throw to focus from 9 yards to 300 yards. Precise shot placement is directed by an illuminated glass-etched MH-FT reticle driven by 0.05 MIL turret adjustments and the ExacTrack erector system.

Key Features

ED Optical System: Two Japanese Extra-Low Dispersion lens elements paired with Zact-7 Revcoat Plus fully multi-coated surfaces minimize chromatic aberration across the 10x to 60x magnification range.
Magnetic Parallax Wheel & Dedicated Cam: Supplied with an approximate 145 mm magnetic side wheel; the parallax system features a 330° cam with 291° allocated specifically for 9-yard to 300-yard target ranging (including 91° isolated within the 40–60 yard range) and 39° for diopter and environmental correction.
Precision Mechanics: Turrets deliver fine 0.05 MIL (1/20 MIL) click adjustments with a zero-stop mechanism, offering 16 MIL total elevation and 11.7 MIL total windage travel.
MH-FT Reticle: Glass-etched, Second Focal Plane mil-hash design illuminated by an 11-position side dial powered by a single CR2032 lithium coin cell.
Extreme Shock Rating: Nitrogen-purged and IPX7 waterproof, factory tested to withstand 1,000G shock for over 10,000 cycles to tolerate spring-piston airguns up to .50 BMG calibres.

Technical Specifications

Magnification: 10x to 60x
Objective Lens Diameter: 56 mm
Main Tube Diameter: 34 mm
Focal Plane: Second Focal Plane (SFP)
Reticle: MH-FT (Glass-etched, illuminated)
Click Value: 0.05 MIL per click
Total Elevation Travel: 16 MIL
Total Windage Travel: 11.7 MIL
Field of View at 100 Yards: 11.4 ft (at 10x) to 1.9 ft (at 60x)
Eye Relief: 3.0 in to 3.4 in (76 mm to 86 mm)
Parallax Range: 9 yards to infinity
Overall Length: 17.3 in (439 mm)
Weight: 33.6 oz (953 g, scope body without wheel)
Power Supply: 1x CR2032 3V coin cell

Who is the Sightron S6 Field Target 10-60x56 Riflescope for?

Air rifle field target competitors in WFTF or Open classes — demands the 10x to 60x magnification range and the dedicated 330° parallax cam system that resolves down to 9 yards, allowing precise sub-yard optical rangefinding via the magnetic side wheel on this field target riflescope.
Precision .22 LR rimfire benchrest shooters — utilizes the micro-fine 0.05 MIL click adjustments and 56 mm objective lens with dual ED glass elements to align precisely on fractional-millimetre targets at standard rimfire competition distances.
Ultra-long-range stationary target shooters — benefits from 16 MIL of elevation adjustment, 10x to 60x magnification, and a rigid 34 mm main tube engineered to deliver repeatable tracking through the ExacTrack erector assembly.

Less suitable for: Mobile stalking or dynamic shooting where the optic's 33.6 oz (953 g) weight pushes total rifle system weight beyond 1.1 to 1.2 kg, and where the narrow 11.4 ft maximum field of view at 100 yards slows close-range target acquisition; lightweight hunting optics such as a compact 3–9x or 2.5–15x scope under 600 g fit active field hunting significantly better.

SKU	SIT42373LP
Model #	SI-66016
Brand	Sightron
Shipping Weight	1.0000kg

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