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Questions & Answers
will it work on a 243? Expert Answer

This scope is designed for the .223 round fired from an AR-15 rifle, however you could use it for .243 by simply recalculating the BDC markings using a ballistics calculator.

by Ethan C., Gear Expert, May 4, 2018
will this work with a 308 Expert Answer

The scope will work on a .308, however the BDC markings will not be accurate, you would have to re-calculate their values using a ballistics calculator.

by Ethan C., Gear Expert, December 21, 2017
Customer Reviews
Helpful Positive Review nikon p-223 3-9x40 rifle scope by Legacy Reviewer, Verified Owner, July 22, 2012
i mounted my new scope to my stag arms AR-15 with the free p series mount rings that came with the scope, very nice mount, so i went to the store got me some 3 inch diameter shoot n see targets, went out to my land, where i shoot 100 yards, got out ...
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Helpful Positive Review Nikon p 223 scope by Stone, September 14, 2018
I normally don't say much on reviews about items because of variables but have to mention this one.i mounted it on my a r match rifle.i load my own ammo for competition because of variables..this scope was awesome. Good eye relief for prone shooting....
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Helpful Positive Review Affordable workhorse by SniperTim, Verified Owner, October 10, 2018
Great scope at a great price. Often on sale and sometimes comes with mounts as well. Good quality and works great for the AR platform. I’ve got these scopes in variable and fixed power and have never been disappointed.
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Helpful Positive Review Can't beat it by RC, May 3, 2018
I bought this scope for an AR just before a night hog hunting trip. I mounted it and had it sighted in with 4 shots at 100. We hunted in the rain for a night and in short abused this in just about every way possible including dropping it off my pack ...
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Helpful Positive Review Nikon Scope by PI, Verified Owner, May 19, 2018
I would have rated it five stars but I haven't used it yet.The scope is a beauty! It has a rugged feeling to it and it is very light. As I said, I haven't tried it on the rifle but the view is clear and refined.
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Helpful Positive Review nikonp-223 3-9 x40 bdc 600 by mark, February 20, 2017
I bought this scope for my hunting rifle, a 270 rem. when I recived the the scope I relized that it should be used specifically for a 223 rifle , so I never mounted it, I sent it back ,they (optics planet ) were very good with the return process and ...
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Objective Lens Diameter: 40 mmMagnification: 3 - 9 xReticle: BDC 600 Tube Diameter: 1 inExit Pupil: 4.4 mmFinish: Matte Black Field of View, Linear: 11.3 - 33.8 ft at 100 ydsEye Relief: 3.6 inColor: Black Weight: 32.63 ozAdjustment Click Value: 0.25 MOALength: 18.11 inAdjustment Type: MOA Parallax: 100 ydsAdjustment Range: 80 MOAOptical Coating: Fully Multi-Coated Water Resistance Level: Waterproof Shockproof: Yes Fogproof: Yes Included Accessories: Nikon P-Series Scope Mount w/ Rings Magnification Type: Variable

Code: NI-RS-8497-KIT1

MPN: 8497-KIT1

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Product Info for Nikon P-223 3-9x40 BDC 600 Rifle Scope

The Nikon P-223 3-9x40mm Rifle Scope 8497 is an effective variable zoom rifle scope for everything from range shooting to tree stand hunting. These powerful Rifle Scopes from Nikon Sport Optics are equipped with fully multi-coated optics that, together with the 40mm objective lens, create a light transmission rate of 98%; this is the ideal light transmission for low light situations like sunrise and sunset, when animals are the most active. Nikon has equipped the Nikon P-223 3-9x Variable Zoom Scope with a patented BDC 600 reticle, which gives you unique open-circle aiming points and bullet drop hash marks from 100 to 600 yards. Not only is the Nikon P-223 3-9x40mm Scope accurate, but it is also comfortable to use, featuring an extended eye relief that will stand up to heavy recoil. Adjustments are made via tactical-style windage and elevation knobs that can be turned by hand, and with Nikon's Zero-Reset functionality, all you have to do is dial in a range, line up your shot, and take down your target. O-ring sealed and nitrogen charged, you won't have to worry about rain or snow getting in the delicate mechanism of your Nikon P-223 Rifle Scope, since it's both waterproof and fog proof. For a variable zoom scope that is highly accurate with any load-out, pick up the Nikon P-223 3-9x40 BDC 600 Reticle Scope - and get your rifle on target.image

Specifications for Nikon 3-9x Matte Black P223 Rifle Scope:

Magnification: 3x to 9x
Objective Lens: 40mm
Reticle: BDC 600
Finish: Matte Black
Exit Pupil: 3x - 13.3mm; 9x - 4.4mm
Eye Relief: 3.6"
Field of View at 100 yards: 3x - 33.8'; 9x - 11.3'
Tube Diameter: 1"
Length: 12.4"
Weight: 15 oz
Adjustment Click Rate: 1/4 MOA
Max Internal Adjustment: 80 MOA
Parallax: 100 yards

Features of Nikon 8497 P-223 3-9x40mm Zero Reset Rifle Scopes:

  • Accurate and versatile variable zoom scope from Nikon
  • Utilizes the BDC 600 reticle with bullet drop hash marks from 100 to 600 yards
  • Fully multi-coated optics provide 98% light transmission
  • 100 yard parallax setting eliminates parallax for highly accurate shots
  • Consistent, long eye relief guards against heavy recoil and severe shooting angles
  • Tactical-style turrets with 1/4 MOA adjustment rate can be adjusted by hand
  • Zero-Reset turrets simplify field adjustments; once your rifle is zeroed in, all you have to do is dial in the range, aim, and fire
  • Nitrogen-filled and o-ring sealed for a waterproof and fog proof rifle scope
  • Matte black finish

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  • Nikon P-223 3-9x40mm Rifle Scope 8497

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Nikon P-223 3-9x40 Rifle Scope, Matte Black, w/ BDC 600 Reticle, w/ Nikon P-Series Scope Mount w/ Rings 826 , MPN: 8497-KIT1 , Code: NI-RS-8497-KIT1
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