Rudolph H2 4-16x42mm

• 4-16x magnification range: Covers the space between a general-purpose hunting scope and a dedicated varmint optic, giving enough low-end magnification for closer shots while still providing the top-end detail needed for careful placement at longer distances.
• 42 mm objective with fully multicoated lenses: Balances light gathering with a trim front end, helping the image stay bright and usable in the low-light periods when game is often active without making the rifle unnecessarily front-heavy.
• T4 second focal plane reticle: Keeps the reticle visually fine across the zoom range, so the sight picture remains uncluttered at higher magnification and easier to place precisely on small targets or distant vital zones.
• Side-focus parallax adjustment: Lets the shooter fine-tune the image and reticle focus for different distances, reducing aiming error and making the scope more practical for mixed hunting and range use.
• Capped 1/4 MOA turrets: Protect the adjustments from accidental movement in the field while still allowing straightforward zeroing and correction when needed.

About the Rudolph Optics H2 Series

The Rudolph Optics H2 Series, identified as the Hunter HD Series, sits in the brand's hunting-focused riflescope range as a step toward higher-definition glass and more refined field performance. It is built for shooters who want a practical hunting optic with better image quality and a broader working range than an entry-level scope, while still keeping the handling and controls straightforward.

Across the series, the emphasis is on HD precision-ground glass, multicoated lenses, and a layout suited to real hunting conditions rather than bench-only use. That means useful magnification ranges, conventional tube sizes, and reticle options intended for fast sight acquisition and confident holdover. The H2 concept favors a clean optical image, dependable mechanical adjustment, and a durable construction that stands up to recoil, weather, and regular transport in the field.

In practical terms, the H2 line is aimed at hunters who move between stalking, stand hunting, and longer shots across open ground. The series combines a traditional hunting-scope profile with enough optical reach and adjustment control to support more deliberate shooting when distance increases.

About the Rudolph H2 4-16x42mm

The Rudolph H2 4-16x42mm is a versatile hunting riflescope designed for shooters who need one optic to cover several roles. Its 4-16x magnification range makes it suitable for woodland edges, open-country stalking, and varmint or small-target work where extra image scale helps with precise shot placement. At the lower end it remains manageable for general hunting, while the upper end gives the detail needed to read terrain, judge target definition, and aim more carefully at distance.

This model uses a 42 mm objective lens and fully multicoated optics, a combination that helps maintain contrast and useful brightness without the bulk of a larger objective. The result is a scope that stays relatively trim on the rifle while still performing well in the dawn and dusk periods that matter most to hunters. Eye relief of roughly 96.50-100.00 mm also helps maintain a comfortable shooting position, especially on rifles with noticeable recoil.

The T4 reticle is placed in the second focal plane, so its apparent size stays constant as magnification changes. That gives a familiar sight picture and keeps the reticle fine enough for deliberate aiming at higher power. Side-focus parallax adjustment allows the image to be tuned for different distances, which is especially useful when moving from closer shots to longer ones in the same outing. With capped turrets, 1/4 MOA clicks, nitrogen filling, and waterproof and fogproof construction, this scope is configured for practical field use where reliability matters more than unnecessary complexity.

About Rudolph Optics

Rudolph Optics lists its South Africa head office in Stellenbosch, South Africa, and the brand focuses on sporting optics for hunting and competition shooting. Its catalog covers riflescopes, binoculars, rangefinders, red dot sights and night-vision optics, showing a clear concentration on field and shooting applications rather than general consumer optics.

The company describes its products around practical use in the field, and it states that its optics use multilayer lens coatings to support image quality. Within its riflescope lineup, Rudolph Optics offers several distinct families, including H1, H2, V1, VH, AR, T1 and OPS, each aimed at different shooting roles. That broad range gives the brand a presence across traditional hunting optics as well as more specialized tactical and precision-oriented configurations.

Main Features

• Magnification: 4.00 x - 16.00 x
• Objective lens diameter: 42.00 mm
• Main tube diameter: 25 mm
• Reticle: T4
• Reticle position: 2. focal plane - SFP
• Illumination: No
• Adjustment per click: 7mm/100m - 1/4MOA
• Turret type: Capped
• Turret locking: No
• Zero stop: No
• Turret turns: MT - Multi Turn
• Turret rotation direction: CW
• Eye relief: 96.50 mm - 100.00 mm
• Parallax adjustment: Yes - side focus
• Lens coating: Fully Multicoated
• Length: 322.00 mm
• Weight: 524.46 g
• Housing fill: Nitrogen
• Waterproof: Yes
• Fogproof: Yes
• Color: Black
• Made in: China

Warranty

Rudolph H2 4-16x42mm is covered by a 2-year warranty.

In the Box

• Sun shade