Is the Sightron SIII PLR 6-24x50 suitable for close-range pest control or rimfire use around the farm?

No, this scope is unsuited for close-range pest control inside 20 metres because its side focus parallax bottoms out at 20 metres. It is engineered specifically for mid-to-extreme long-range target shooting and stationary varmint hunting exceeding 1000 yards rather than short-range yard work.

How heavy is the Sightron SIII PLR 6-24x50, and is it recommended for active alpine or walk-up deer stalking in the bush?

The bare optic weighs approximately 820 grams, making it optimized for bench, bipod, or vehicle-based setups rather than dynamic hunting. Because reviewers and experts recommend optics under 550 grams for mobile walk-up or alpine stalk hunting, this heavy tactical scope is better suited to stationary precision shooting.

What type of battery does the illuminated MH-H reticle require, and does it comply with Australian retail safety standards?

The illumination system is powered by a standard 3V CR2032 coin battery that operates the 11-position side rheostat dial. To comply with mandatory Australian consumer safety standards for button and coin batteries, the optic features a secure closure mechanism to ensure child safety when retailed in Australia.

FFP Riflescope - Sightron SI-28001

The Sightron SIII PLR Series 6-24x50 FFP Riflescope is an optic engineered for precision long-range target shooting and stationary varmint hunting out to and exceeding 914 metres (1,000 yards). Built on a 30 mm one-piece aircraft-grade aluminium tube, it features Japanese-ground optical elements treated with Zact-7 Revcoat Plus multi-coatings for high light transmission and glare suppression. It utilizes an illuminated MH-H first focal plane reticle paired with Sightron's ExacTrack windage and elevation system and a tactile mechanical zero stop, ensuring repeatable tracking across its entire adjustment range.

Key Features

First Focal Plane MH-H Reticle: Mil-hash reticle featuring 0.2 MRAD subtensions and a floating centre dot that scales proportionally across the 6x to 24x magnification range for consistent holdovers.
ExacTrack System: Patented erector tube tracking system maintains constant, uniform alignment pressure to prevent zero drift during extreme elevation and windage dialling.
Tactile Mechanical Zero Stop: Positive internal stop mechanism allows shooters to dial back rapidly to zero without overshooting the baseline.
Wide Parallax Range: Side-focus adjustment dials out parallax from 20 metres (approx. 21.8 yards) to infinity.
Illumination Control: Side-mounted 11-position rheostat powered by a standard 3V CR2032 coin battery to illuminate the reticle in low-light environments.
Durable Construction: Shockproof, nitrogen-purged waterproof, and fog-proof chassis designed to withstand heavy-recoiling calibres such as .300 Win Mag and .338 Lapua.

Specifications

Magnification: 6x – 24x
Objective Lens Diameter: 50 mm
Main Tube Diameter: 30 mm
Focal Plane: First Focal Plane (FFP)
Click Value: 0.1 MRAD (1 cm at 100 m) per click; 10 MRAD per revolution
Total Travel: 23.3 MRAD total elevation and windage adjustment envelope
Parallax Adjustment: Side focus, 20 m to infinity
Eye Relief: 91.4 mm – 96.5 mm (3.6 – 3.8 inches)
Field of View: 5.36 m at 6x; 1.3 m at 24x (at 100 m)
Overall Length: Approx. 378 mm (14.9 inches)
Weight: Approx. 820 g (28.9 oz)
Mount Compatibility: Standard 30 mm rings and mounts

Who is the Sightron SIII PLR 6-24x50 FFP Riflescope for?

Precision Rifle Series competitors — 0.1 MRAD tactical turret clicks paired with 23.3 MRAD of total travel and a first focal plane reticle provide the fast, repeatable dialling and holdover accuracy required for multi-distance stages out past 900 metres.
Long-range benchrest target shooters — 24x maximum magnification coupled with a 50 mm Japanese-glass optical assembly provides the target resolution and fine aiming precision needed for tight scoring rings from fixed shooting benches.
Stationary long-range varmint hunters — 6x to 24x zoom range paired with side parallax adjustment down to 20 metres enables clear positive target identification on small pests from vehicle rests, bipods, and static hides.

Less suitable for: Dynamic, walk-up, or alpine stalk hunters where an 820 g optic adds excessive weight; a lightweight hunting riflescope weighing under 550 g is better suited. It is also unsuitable for close-range pest control or air rifle disciplines inside 20 metres, where a dedicated close-range rimfire or airgun optic with parallax focusing down to 10 metres or less is required.

SKU	SIT42346LP
Model #	SI-28001
Brand	Sightron
Shipping Weight	1.0000kg

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