Next we’ll take a look at the second focal plane model in the Hunt Series from Tract Optics. As you can see below, both the elevation and windage turrets are capped. However, when you remove the cap, you have a nicely marked windage and elevation adjustment. If you didn’t want the caps on there, you could easily hit the field with both the elevation and windage turrets exposed.

Providing shooters with the same great magnification properties as our battle- tested G33 Magnifier at less than half the cost, this new-for-2020 product features a quick detach fixed mount for fast and simple mounting and unmounting behind an HWS. The G30 works with all EOTECH HWS models.

The Tract Toric 2.5-15×44 rifle scope comes with a nice sun shade that can be installed on the scope, as well as plastic lens covers and the Allen wrenches you’ll need to get the zero-stop set on the turrets. The throw lever, bubble level, and Iota rings can be purchased individually or as an accessory package.

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A good Tract Optics review wouldn’t be complete without testing the optical performance throughout the zoom range of the scope. While testing in the field and at the range for this Tract Toric 2.5-15×44 review, I found that the scope provided a super crisp image that, quite frankly, far exceeded its price point. It had excellent edge-to-edge clarity, fantastic color contrast, and superb low light performance.

Both of these rifles also spent many days in the field chasing mule deer and elk from October through December, and were put through temperatures reaching -12 degrees Fahrenheit. These scopes rode on our backpack, motorcycles, 4 wheeler, in pickups down washboard dirt roads, and spent many miles slung on our shoulders. Through it all, they took the abuse flawlessly (other than a broken throw lever).

The magnifier mounts directly behind an EOTECH Holographic Weapon Sight (HWS). Simply switch the magnifier out of the way for quick 1X targeting. When used with EXPS models (with side button interface), the user can easily operate the sight even with the magnifier engaged.

This is a miniaturized version of our battle-tested G33 Magnifier making it one of the most compact and lightweight magnifiers available. The mount provides fast transitioning from 3X to 1X and the optic offers tool-free vertical and horizontal adjustments with a large field-of-view. The G43 works with all EOTECH HWS models.

With the Tract Toric 2.5-15×44 rifle scope you get an ideal zoom range for just about all of your realistic hunting situations. The hunter who needs a super low zoom gets what they need in a 2.5x minimum, while the long range shooter can ramp it up to 15x if they need to reach out there a ways. While this scope may not be what an extreme long range shooter will need, it will meet the needs of most hunters, in most situations.

The excellent build quality and high quality glass used to produce the incredible optical quality that the Toric gives you means some weight is sacrificed. Weight is certainly something you want to consider depending on the type of rifle build you are putting together, but build quality and optical quality are extremely important.

For professional operators and marksmen, there has never been more of a need to transition quickly between Close-Quarters Combat (CQC) and medium-range target acquisition. Maintaining a precise shot at both distances is a must. The ability to transition between two distances instantly while maintaining weapon accuracy is easily achieved with our compact 3X and 5X magnifiers.

Next, I moved the turrets three MOAs up and three MOAs to the right and took a shot, then set the scope back to zero, then moved the turrets three MOAs down and three MOAs to the right, and took another shot. I did this around the four corners of the target to see if there was any variance in the reticle travel vs. what the turrets said. I found the Tract Toric 2.5-15×44 to be dead on in this test as I couldn’t find any variance in actual travel.

If this isn’t the perfect model for you, Tract Optics offers a bunch of other models in their rifle scope lineup. Their lineup features .22 caliber scopes, the Hunt Series 30mm scopes, their Toric Long Range Scopes, and the Extreme Long Range scopes for those who need the extra performance.

Now on the second focal plane model, (as well as the windage turret on the first focal plane model), the turrets are extremely tactile and crisp- much more so than the locking elevation turret of the First Focal Plane model. With that being said, my personal preference is to have an exposed locking elevation turret, so the First Focal Plane model fits the bill perfectly for me. Our other team member who tested the second focal plane model prefers both the elevation and windage turrets to be capped, so that model fits his needs more.

Due to today’s ever-changing scenarios, the need to transition quickly between Close-Quarters Combat (CQC) and medium-range target identification and engagement is vital. Maintaining a precise shot at both distances is a must.

Shooting conditions and situations can change on a dime, so the need to transition quickly between Close-Quarters Combat (CQC) and medium-range target identification and engagement is vital. Maintaining a precise shot at both distances is a must. The ability to transition between the two distances instantly and still maintain weapon accuracy is easily achieved with our compact 3X and 5X magnifiers.The magnifier is designed to be mounted directly behind the EOTECH Holographic Weapon Sight (HWS). Simply switch the magnifier out of the way for quick 1X targeting. When used with HWS Models 518, 558 and EXPS (with side button interface), the user can easily operate the sight even with the magnifier engaged.

We both loved the color that the Tract Toric comes in, and the build quality has proven to be exceptional. The nice, gray finish took a beating but still looks great. Over the last 3 years we’ve had the privilege of using several different Tract Optics rifle scopes, spotting scopes, and binoculars and all have proven to be top-notch quality. Eventually, it would be nice to have other color options offered from Tract Optics, but who knows, maybe that’s in the plans down the road.

The models we tested were the Tract Toric MOA/MOA First Focal Plane 2.5-15×44 and the Tract Toric Illuminated Second Focal Plane 2.5-15×44 scope. Both of these scopes offer similar features, but also have some distinct differences you need to be aware of before you order. All of the Tract Optics 30mm Hunt Series Rifle Scopes offer the following:

Why is it heavier? Well, to produce the incredible image you get with the Tract Optics Toric UHD Rifle Scope (more on that below), a higher quality glass is used which is more dense. More lenses are also used to correct for things like chromatic aberration and improve overall image clarity.

Probably my biggest complaint as far as the specs go is the weight of this scope. Coming in at 27.2-28.8 ounces depending on which model you select, it’s on the heavy side for its class. Contrast this with the Leupold VX3 HD 4.5-14×40 we recently tested and the Tract Toric leaves you wishing it was a bit lighter. Now, the Leupold VX3 doesn’t compare in its optical quality (even thought it is still very good), so there is a give and take.

Due to today’s ever-changing scenarios, the need to transition quickly between Close-Quarters Combat (CQC) and medium-range target identification and engagement is vital. Maintaining a precise shot at both distances is a must. The ability to transition between the two distances almost instantly and still maintain weapon accuracy is easily achieved with our compact 3X and 5X magnifiers.The magnifier is designed to be mounted directly behind the EOTECH Holographic Weapon Sight (HWS). Simply switch the magnifier out of the way for quick 1X targeting. When used with HWS Models 518, 558 and EXPS (with side button interface), the user can easily operate the sight even with the magnifier engaged.

The First Focal Plane models in the Hunt Series from Tract Optics give you an exposed and locking elevation turret, while leaving the windage turret capped. Some folks might not like that the windage turret is capped, but I prefer that the windage turret either be capped or locking because that is the turret I seem to bump the most when in the field ducking through timber patches or navigating steep terrain. Again, if you wish to have the windage turret exposed, just remove the cap and hunt with the cap off.

It’s easy to be enamored by a monster zoom similar to the Maven RS3.2 5-30×50 (also a phenomenal scope), but in all practical reality, that’s a lot more scope than most of us REALLY need in a hunting rifle.

Each of the Tract Toric Hunt Series rifle scopes have a unique feature that you need to be aware of that could easily be overlooked at a quick glance. Within the Tract Optics Hunt Series of rifle scopes, you have the option of MOA or MIL within the First Focal Plane (FFP) options, but only one reticle choice (Tract Hunting Reticle), and then you have a second focal plane option that is illuminated, has capped turrets, and two different reticle options. Here’s a quick rundown of the Tract Hunt Series Scope options and their features:

The G45.STS mini 5X Magnifier has the similar weight and dimensional properties as the existing G33 Magnifier, but with an additional 2X magnification for precision aiming at greater distances. The mount quickly transitions from 5X to 1X on the fly and the optic offers tool free vertical and horizontal adjustments with a large field-of-view. The G45 is compatible with all EOTECH HWS models.

This model features an illuminated reticle, which is very nice for those low light shooting situations. The well defined clicks, with an “off” position between each of the illumination settings, functions well. One possible improvement would be to have the illuminated reticle automatically shut off after a designated period of time to ensure the battery doesn’t run out. This happened on a hunt the next time I used the scope and I realized the battery had run out. We’d advise having an extra battery or two in the event that you accidentally leave it on.

The G33 is the selected magnifier of USSOCOM, and is compact and lightweight. The mount provides fast transitioning from 3X to 1X, and the optic offers tool-free vertical and horizontal adjustments, larger field-of-view and an adjustable diopter for improved, precise focusing. The G33 works with all EOTECH HWS models.

Love optics? We certainly do here at Backwoods Pursuit, so make sure to check out our MONSTER 26 BINOCULAR REVIEW, as well as our massive 19 SPOTTING SCOPE REVIEW. We lined up the optics and tested them side by side for both of these reviews!

The EOTECH® magnifiers are designed to beused behind an EOTECH Holographic Weapon Sight (HWS®). The magnifiers can be mounted directly behind the HWS. Simply switch the magnifiers out of the way for quick 1X targeting. When used with HWS Models 518, 558 and EXPS (with side button interface), the user can easily operate the sight even with the magnifier engaged.

Between both of us field testing it as well as testing it out at the range for this Tract Toric 2.5-15×44 review, we found the turrets to be nice and crisp, well-defined, and the locking elevation turret of the First Focal plane model to be user friendly. That being said, the lock turret did have a bit of play when unlocked. The clicks were still nice and defined, and once it’s back in the locked position, there is no play. Just something we noted during our use.

After putting these scopes through the paces for this Tract Optics Toric 2.5-15×44 review, we both really came to love these Toric Optics rifle scopes. They are built purposefully with the hunter in mind and are very durable, offering amazing optical quality. They boast a number of configuration options for whatever your application, give you an incredible 100 MOA / 30 MRAD of elevation adjustment, Illuminated reticle options, and both first and second focal plane options. This is a fantastic scope at a great price and most certainly one to consider for your next rifle!

The parallax adjustment functions very well and the numbers are easy to read. The side parallax knob (and the zoom knob) weren’t overly stiff, which I really like. I thought that all the knobs offer just the right amount of resistance.

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After that, I moved the windage turret to the end of its adjustment range to the right, then all the way to the end of the adjustment range to the left. brought it back to zero, and shot another round to make sure it would return to zero after a full range of adjustments in all directions. The Tract Toric 2.5-15×44 was flawless.

As you can see, there are some very unique differences between the various models, and I would expect more options to become available down the road, but you should be able to find something that will fit your needs unless you are looking for a first focal plane scope with an illuminated reticle and want some reticle options. There is certainly room to grown in the Tract Hunt Series of scopes, but what is offered is a very solid feature set.

Another part of this Tract Toric 2.5-15×44 review was to hit the range and see how the scope tracked. To test this I zeroed my rifle at 100 yards and put a three shot group right around the bullseye. Then I moved the elevation turret all the way up to the top of the adjustment range, then back to zero.

All of the Tract Optics Toric 2.5-15X44 rifle scopes give you an incredible 100 minutes of elevation adjustment, plenty for those longer shots if you are into that. All of the Hunt Series models in the Tract Optics rifle scope lineup give you a side parallax adjustment that ranges from an impressive 10 yards to infinity, and the knob is located on the left side of the scope.

The Tract Toric2.5-15×44 rifle scope gives you a nice 3.9-4 inches of eye relief, keeping your face far enough away from the scope to avoid thumping yourself. I found that the Tract Toric 4-20×50 mm scope didn’t lose eye relief as I zoomed in to the maximum 15x which makes it much nicer than having to readjust your cheek position if you need to utilize the maximum zoom. This was a welcomed surprise as a number of scopes we’ve tested have this drawback.

The ability to transition between the two distances almost instantly and still maintain weapon accuracy is easily achieved with our compact 3X and 5X magnifiers.

Tract Optics has been making a big push to impress in the world of optics, and their latestTract Toric 2.5-15×44 UHD rifle scope does just that by bringing a high quality rifle scope specifically designed with hunters in mind. It offers a perfect size and magnification range for the hunter, and was built with purpose to handle the rigors of mountain hunts, all while offering exceptionally good optical performance.

It features a very nice zero stop and is very comfortable to use. The numbers are large and easy to read, and you get 20 MOAs per rotation along with a locking turret. I like how the larger turret makes the scope easier to operate, especially with gloves on. It’s a personal preference, and it’s understandable if you don’t like the extra bulk, but it sure makes reading your witness marks easier in the heat of the moment.

Over the course of a year, two of our team members had the opportunity to test a couple of the Tract Toric 2.5-15×44 rifle scopes in the field on hunting trips, as well as on many range days getting things dialed in and working up new loads for some rifles.

I did notice that there was a little more of that tunnel feel than some of the other scopes we’ve tested. In other words, you see some black around the image (not in the image, but outside the field of view). Some scopes have more of this than others, and the Tract Toric 2.5-15×44 rifle scope wasn’t bad, but I did notice it a bit. With that being said, the image quality is still definitely top-notch!

Featuring Tract’s UHD glass, the Tract Optics rifle scope gives you incredible clarity, color rendition, and low light performance so you have the equipment you need when that critical moment arrives. When you work all year long to prepare yourself for shot opportunities, the last thing you want to deal with is equipment failure in the field that inhibits your chances of harvesting that buck or bull of a lifetime.

The mini 5X Magnifier has the similar weight and dimensional properties as the existing G33 Magnifier, but with an additional 2X magnification for precision aiming at greater distances. The mount provides fast transitioning from 5X to 1X and the optic offers tool-free vertical and horizontal adjustments with a large field-of-view. The G45 works with all EOTECH HWS models.

Due to today’s ever-changing scenarios, the need to transition quickly between Close-Quarters Combat (CQC) and medium-range target identification and engagement is vital. Maintaining a precise shot at both distances is a must.

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The G43 Magnifier is a miniaturized version of our battle-tested G33 Magnifier, making it one of the most compact and lightweight magnifiers available. The mount provides fast transitioning from 3X to 1X and comes with a 7mm spacer to properly adapt to any HWS model. The G43 is compatible with all EOTECH HWS models.

The ability to transition between the two distances almost instantly and still maintain weapon accuracy is easily achieved with our compact 3X and 5X magnifiers.

The G33 Magnifier is the choice magnifier of USSOCOM. Compact, lightweight, and easily mounts to a picatinny rail. The mount provides fast transitioning from 3X to 1X, and the optic offers tool-free vertical and horizontal adjustments, larger field-of-view, and an adjustable diopter for improved precision focus. The G33 is compatible with all EOTECH HWS models.