Alpen Optics Apex XP 5-25x50

• 5-25x magnification range: The wide zoom span lets the scope cover very different jobs, from careful shot placement at moderate distance to precise hold evaluation on small targets farther out.
• 50 mm objective with 95 % light transmission: A large objective and efficient optics help maintain a bright, usable image in poor light, which matters when game is most active at the edges of the day.
• SFP reticle with red illumination: The second focal plane layout keeps the reticle visually consistent through the zoom range, while illumination helps the aiming point stand out against dark backgrounds.
• Capped turrets with Zero Stop: This setup protects adjustments during transport and field carry, yet still allows confident return to the established zero after dialing elevation.
• Side focus from 10 m to infinity: Parallax correction across a very broad distance range keeps the target and reticle aligned more precisely, which is especially useful for long-range shooting and detailed range work.

About the Alpen Optics Apex XP Series

The Alpen Optics Apex XP series sits at the top of the company’s Apex riflescope lineup and is built for shooters who want a more refined optic for precision shooting and demanding field use. Within the series, Alpen Optics pairs fully multi-coated optics with configurations aimed at hunting, competition, and long-range work rather than simple general-purpose use. That gives the line a clear role: practical riflescopes with the optical quality and control layout needed for deliberate shot placement.

Apex XP models are defined by a design approach that balances versatile magnification ranges with features that support real use in changing light and changing distances. The current series includes different reticle styles, including Duplex and A4, and the listed riflescopes in the family feature SmartDot technology. Across the range, the emphasis is on dependable mechanics, clear sight pictures, and configurations that suit shooters who may move between hunting and target-oriented applications. In that sense, the Apex XP family is positioned as Alpen Optics’ more serious riflescope series for users who expect both optical clarity and repeatable adjustment behavior from their hunting optics or long-range riflescope.

About the Alpen Optics Apex XP 5-25x50

The Alpen Optics Apex XP 5-25x50 is configured as a long-range riflescope with enough magnification to support careful target identification, precise aiming, and shot correction at extended distance. At 5x, it remains manageable for closer field positions and scanning a shooting lane, while 25x gives the shooter much finer visual detail for small targets or exact hold placement. The 50.00 mm objective and stated 95 % light transmission help preserve image brightness when light begins to fade, which is especially relevant for hunting use at dawn and dusk.

This model uses a second focal plane (SFP) reticle, so the reticle appearance stays visually constant as magnification changes. That is often preferred by shooters who want a familiar sight picture at every zoom setting. The red illumination improves reticle visibility against dark game, shaded woodland, or low-contrast backgrounds, and the automatic shut-off function helps avoid unnecessary battery drain when the scope is left on between stands or shooting positions.

Mechanically, the scope is set up for practical field use rather than exposed tactical handling. Its capped turrets reduce the chance of accidental adjustment, while the Zero Stop system makes it easier to return to the original zero after dialing elevation. The 0.10 MIL click value, 23.00 mrad elevation range, and side parallax adjustment from 10 m to infinity give the shooter the control needed for precise correction across a broad distance span. A 30 mm tube, nitrogen filling, waterproof, fogproof, and shockproof construction complete a specification aimed at reliable use in changing weather and temperature conditions.

About Alpen Optics

Alpen Optics was founded by Tim Gardner in December 1996, and the company introduced its first products in 1997. Its history identifies Rancho Cucamonga, California, as the company’s headquarters. Alpen Optics focuses on sporting optics, with a product range that includes binoculars, spotting scopes, riflescopes, and thermal optics, giving the brand a broad presence across hunting and outdoor observation categories.

A later step in the company’s history came in 2018, when Explore Scientific acquired Alpen Optics’ trademarks and designs. That background matters because it places the current brand within a continuing optics portfolio rather than a short-lived label. Across its range, Alpen Optics has used model families such as Apex XP, Teton, and Rainier, with product development that spans both observation optics and aiming optics. For riflescopes such as the Apex XP series, the brand’s role is centered on practical field optics that combine modern coatings, durable construction, and application-specific configurations for hunting and precision shooting.

Main Features

• Magnification: 5.00 x - 25.00 x
• Objective lens diameter: 50.00 mm
• Main tube diameter: 30 mm
• Reticle position: 2. focal plane - SFP
• Adjustment per click: 10mm/100m - 0.10MIL
• Elevation adjustment range: 23.00 mrad / 79.00 MOA
• Windage adjustment range: 14.00 mrad / 48.00 MOA
• Turret type: Capped
• Zero Stop: Yes
• Eye relief: 77.00 mm - 92.00 mm
• Field of view: 8.00 m/100m - 1.65 m/100m
• Parallax adjustment: Yes - side focus
• Parallax adjustment range: 10 m to infinity
• Illumination: Red
• Light transmission: 95 %
• Lens coating: Fully Multicoated
• Length: 358.00 mm
• Weight: 726.00 g
• Housing fill: Nitrogen
• Waterproof: Yes
• Fogproof: Yes
• Shockproof: Yes
• Working temperature range: - 20 / + 70 °C
• Color: Black
• Made in: Japan

Warranty

2 years. Alpen Optics states a 2-year warranty for this riflescope, providing defined coverage for the product as supplied.