The brand new Schmidt & Bender 3-18×42 Illuminated is the latest development in the Schmidt and Bender range of top quality rifle scopes and it presents the market with an ultra compact, lightweight and versatile optic that is perfect for a wide range of hunting applications from general vermin control to deer stalking on the hills of Scotland. The Schmidt & Bender 3-18×42 looks to be a true alrounder with all the relevant features to make this rifle scope a perfect choice for all hunters. 
The 30mm main tube is built from robust aircraft grade aluminium yet provides a lightweight platform of less then 700g allowing it to be paired to lightweight hunting rifle platforms where weight is essential due to the shooter requiring a system that can be carried for many miles when out in the field. 
The new patented optical design of the Schmidt & Bender 3-18×42 creates a superb image and provides a brilliant field of view. Much like the T96 series of optics that 3-18×42 has an extremley high light transmission so hunting in low light situation is something this rifle scope will excel in. 
Equipped with the new BDC 2 Ballistic system the Schmidt & Bender 3-18×42 comes with a lockable sophisticated elevation turret which can be calibrated to your rifles ballistics making it a simple, quick and effective system for dialling in for extended shots.