RIFLESCO PE RIFLESCOPE Second Focal Plane 1-4x24 TMCQ RETICLE (moa)
RIFLESCO PE THE VORTEX® TMCQ MOA RETICLE TM Designed to maximize the performance of the Viper®PSTTM 1–4x24 in close and mid-range shooting situations, the TMCQTM MOA reticle can also be used to effectively determine ranges, holdovers, windage corrections and moving target leads. Once the Viper PST 1–4x24 riflescope has been sighted-in and the turret caps indexed (see the riflescope owner’s manual), it is ready to be used in the field.
RIFLESCO PE Using at Close Ranges Using at Intermediate Ranges At short range distances inside of 25 yards, maximum performance For distances of 50–175 yards, more magnification may be used if will come from using the PST 1–4x24 riflescope set down to lowest 1x desired and main crosshairs should still be used in a dead-on hold. On magnification and shooting with both eyes open using the heavy outer most centerfire applications, point-of-impact will typically be .
RIFLESCO PE Using at Long Ranges Once distances approach 200 yards and beyond, the reticle subtension lines can be utilized to compensate for bullet drop. If necessary, reticle TMCQ Reticle MOA Subtensions subtensions can also be used to help estimate range. MOA Adjustments The TMCQ MOA reticle is based on minute-of-angle (MOA) subtensions. MOA measurements are based on degrees and minutes (360 degrees in a circle and 60 minutes in a degree for a total of 21,600).
RIFLESCO PE Example Ranging The TMCQ MOA reticle can be used for approximate range estimations using a simple formula. To use this formula, it will be necessary to know the size of the target or a nearby object in inches. Begin by turning the 1–4x24 riflescope to a magnification of 4x. Using the inner crosshair with listed MOA dimensions (see subtension diagram), match up to target object and estimate the number of MOAs spanned by the object (see example).
RIFLESCO PE Example of a Custom MOA Drop Chart for 5.56 mm with 55 gr. FMJBT Bullets at 3000 fps MV Holdovers Once the distance has been calculated using the TMCQ MOA reticle or a laser rangefinder, the TMCQ MOA can be used for rapid holdover correction for bullet drop of the cartridge being used. To get the most benefit out of the TMCQ MOA equipped riflescope, Vortex Optics RANGE DROP (Yards) (Moa) 25 -2.8 50 -0.4 75 0.
RIFLESCO PE Windage and Moving Targets The TMCQ MOA reticle can also be used for wind and moving target leads. Using the reticle for effective windage and moving target leads Example Reticle Correction for Wind with Elevation Correction Dialed into Turret 15 mph crosswind will require thorough knowledge of your weapons system’s ballistic performance under varying conditions and experience in reading wind strengths and target speeds.
RIFLESCO PE THE VIP WARRANTY We build optics based on our commitment to your absolute satisfaction. That’s why Vortex products are unconditionally guaranteed and we make this Very Important Promise to you—a Very Important Person. Rest assured that in the event your Viper PST becomes damaged or defective, Vortex Optics will repair or replace the riflescope at no charge to you. Call Vortex Optics at 800-426-0048 for prompt, professional, and friendly service.
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