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Sightmark Citadel

ZEISS V8 - V8 NA Premium Hunting

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Sightmark Citadel

ZEISS V8

This riflescope offers unparalleled optical clarity and robust engineering, designed for hunters seeking peak performance in challenging environments. With an impressive 92% light transmission and the Ultra-FL Concept incorporating SCHOTT fluoride glass, it delivers exceptional brightness, color fidelity, and resolution, ensuring precision in even the harshest conditions. The ZEISS T* and LotuTec coatings enhance image clarity by minimizing reflections and repelling water, dirt, and debris for crisp visuals in low-light or adverse weather. Built to endure the most demanding situations, the 30mm main tube is impact-tested to withstand over 800 cycles at 1,000 g-force and multiple cycles at 1,500 g-force. It is waterproof up to 13 feet for two hours, ensuring reliability in extreme environments. The daylight-visible ultra-fine illuminated reticle allows precise aiming with minimal target coverage, making it suitable for dynamic hunting scenarios and long-range precision. The extra-large eyebox enhances quick target acquisition, maximizing success in fast-paced situations.

Sightmark Citadel

The Sightmark Citadel is built for precision, offering a first focal plane reticle that adjusts with magnification to maintain consistent subtensions for accurate ranging at any level. This feature is ideal for long-range shooting, making range estimation simple and reliable. One of the key advantages of the Citadel is its red illuminated reticle, which enhances target visibility in low light, ensuring you don’t miss your shot in challenging conditions. I found the exposed, low-profile locking turrets to be incredibly user-friendly, providing quick adjustments when needed while the locking mechanism ensures accuracy even under stress. The 30mm single-piece tube, made from aircraft-grade aluminum, gives the scope exceptional durability, withstanding recoil and ensuring precise alignment over time. Finally, the fully multi-coated optics provide superb image quality, maximizing light transmission and delivering bright, accurate visuals.

Basic Details

BrandColorStyleSportItem WeightMaterial
ZEISS V8ZEISSMatte BlackV8 1-8x24/Capped TurretsHunting47.3 OuncesAluminum
Sightmark CitadelSightmarkBlack3-18x50 LR2Hunting, Paintball, Airsoft26.1 OuncesAluminum

Magnification & Range

MagnificationParallax Setting
ZEISS V81-8x100 yards
Sightmark Citadel3-18x25 yards to infinity

Performance Insights

Eye ReliefZoom RatioFOVNight Vision
ZEISS V83.74 inches8:138.1 - 4.8 degreesNo
Sightmark Citadel‎3 Inches6:16.5° - 1.1°No

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Diameter & Tube Size

Tube SizeTube DiameterObjective Diameter
ZEISS V830mm30mm24mm
Sightmark Citadel30mm30mm50mm

Compatibility

Compatible DevicesMounting Type
ZEISS V8RifleTraditional Ring Mounts
Sightmark CitadelRifle‎Picatinny Mount

Additional Features

ReticleMax Elevation Adjustment
ZEISS V8Illuminated Reticle80 MOA
Sightmark Citadel Mil-Dot 60 MOA

Built for Tough Conditions

WaterproofFogproofShockproof
ZEISS V8Yes (Nitrogen Purged and O-ring Sealed)YesYes
Sightmark CitadelYesYesYes

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