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Schmidt & Bender 4-16x56 Polar T96

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Schmidt & Bender 4-16x56 Polar T96

Schmidt & Bender 4-16x56 Polar T96

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Schmidt & Bender 4-16x56 Polar T96 Product description

Balanced 4× Zoom Range: The Polar T96 4–16×56 offers versatile magnification suitable for hunting and low-light target shooting, while keeping the scope compact and agile.
Super-Bright Optics (96 % Transmission): High-transmission lenses deliver exceptionally clear images in dim light; one of the brightest scopes available for its class.
Side-Focus Parallax (30 m to ∞): Precision parallax adjustment ensures sharp reticle alignment and accurate shot placement.
First or Second Focal Plane Reticles: Offers a choice of clean hunting D7 SFP or tactical P4FL/L7 models in FFP; illumination with up to 11 brightness levels.
Lockable ST Turrets with 1 cm Clicks: Single-turn, lockable windage and elevation turrets with 1 cm/100 m click value; zero-stop function not included.
Robust 34 mm Chassis: Durable nitrogen-filled tube—waterproof, fog-proof, and shock-resistant—with typical S&B mechanical reliability.

ABOUT THE POLAR T96 SERIES

The Polar T96 represents Schmidt & Bender’s high‑transmission, hunting‑focused line—offering some of the brightest optics available. With a large 56 mm objective and precise parallax, it's engineered for excellent low‑light performance and clarity across long distances.

ABOUT THE MODEL (4–16×56 POLAR T96)

This model combines a 34 mm main tube, bright 56 mm glass, and shooter-friendly turrets in a compact 434 mm design. Field of view ranges from approximately 10.5 m at 4× to 2.3 m at 16×, with fixed 90 mm eye relief.

Side-focus parallax and optional FFP reticles (P4FL, L7) or SFP D7 reticle provide flexibility for both hunting and target use, with precise click values and up to 11 reticle brightness settings.

ABOUT SCHMIDT & BENDER

Schmidt & Bender is a German optics company founded in 1957, renowned for high-end telescopic sights. The Polar T96 is part of their premium hunting scope series, offering elite optical clarity and mechanical precision.

MAIN FEATURES

Magnification: 4–16× (4× zoom)
Objective lens: 56 mm, fully multi‑coated
Tube diameter: 34 mm (aircraft-grade aluminum)
Reticles: P4FL, L7, D7 (FFP or SFP); illuminated, 11 levels
Click value: 1 cm / 0.1 mrad at 100 m
Elevation range: approx. 20.4 mrad (63 MOA)
Windage range: approx. 15.2 mrad (45 MOA)
Parallax: Side-focus, 30 m to ∞
Eye relief: 90 mm constant
Field of view: 10.46–2.30 m @100 m
Length: 386–434 mm (depending on configuration)
Weight: 810–905 g
Waterproof (300 mbar), fog-proof, nitrogen-filled, shock-rated

WARRANTY

Comes with a 10-year warranty via Schmidt & Bender’s authorized channels.

IN THE BOX

Schmidt & Bender Polar T96 4–16×56 riflescope
Flip-up objective and eyepiece caps
Lens cleaning cloth
User manual
Warranty card

General properties

Manufacturer	Schmidt & Bender
Riflescopes series	Schmidt & Bender Polar
Made in	Germany
In production since	2016
Warranty	10 years
SKU	755-911-712c

Optical properties

Variable magnification	Yes
Minimal magnification.	4.00 x
Maximum magnification.	16.00 x
Diopter range	- 2.0 / + 3.0 dpt
Lens diameter.	56.00 mm
Min. exit pupil.	0.14 inch (3.50 mm)
Max. exit pupil.	0.47 inch (12.00 mm)
Min. field of view.	6.90 feet/100yards (2.30 m/100m)
Max. field of view.	28.20 feet/100yards (9.40 m/100m)
Min. eye relief.	3.54 inch (90.00 mm)
Max. eye relief.	3.54 inch (90.00 mm)
Twilight Factor	15.0 - 29.9
Light transmission	96%
Fast focus eyepiece	Yes

Turret properties

Turret Type	BDC - Lockable
Zero Stop	No
Nr. Turret Turns	ST - Single Turn
Elevation (mrad).	18.31 mrad
Elevation (MOA).	63.00 MOA
Windage (mrad).	13.66 mrad
Windage (MOA).	45.00 MOA
Elevation Per Turn	9 Mrad

Reticle properties

Reticle illumination	Yes
Illumination color	Red
Daytime-usable illumination	No
Auto Turn-Off	Yes

Parallax properties

Parallax setting	-
Parallax adj. range	30 m to inf.

Physical properties

Length.	15.20 inch (386.00 mm)
Weight.	28.57 oz (810.00 g)
Working temperature range	- 25 / + 55°C
Filled with	Nitrogen
Lens coating	Fully Multicoated
Tube diameter	34 mm
Mount length.	5.91 inch (150.00 mm)
Objective diameter	62 mm
Eyepiece diameter	45 mm

Special features

Waterproof	Yes
Fogproof	Yes
Shockproof	Yes
Special features	1. focal plane, Fast focus, Fogproof, Fully multicoated, Illuminated reticle, Mount rail, Parallax adjustment, Shockproof, Tactical Turrets, Variable, Waterproof
Built-in rangefinder	No

Most common questions (Q&A)

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Price please

by Brian

Dear Sir!

The price for the Schmidt & Bender 4-16x56 Polar T96 within the EU starts at 2,929.00 EUR, depending on the selected configuration.

Please note that Schmidt & Bender products cannot be shipped to all countries. If the price is not visible on our website for your location, unfortunately we are not able to ship the product to your country.

For any additional questions or assistance, please contact us at [email protected]

Kind regards,

by Optics Trade team

Hello
What throw lever is compatible with Polar T96 4-16 x56?

Kind regards
Brendan

by Brendan

Dear Sir!

Schmidt & Bender does not produce a throw lever compatible with the Polar T96 4-16x56 model.

Unfortunately, we do not have any compatible aftermarket throw levers available for this scope.

For any additional questions or assistance, don't hesitate to get in touch with us at [email protected]

Kind regards,

by Optics Trade team

quote thanks

by John

Unfortunately, due to the manufacturer's restriction policy, we are unable to ship this riflescope to Australia.

Thank you for your understanding, and please do not hesitate to contact us at [email protected] if we can assist you in any other way.

Kind regards

by Optics Trade team

Price to US please.

Thank you

by Charles

Dear Charles,

Unfortunately, we are not able to send S&B products to the USA.

Kind regards,

Team Optics Trade

by Optics Trade team

Is this available for sale to the US?

Thank you

by Charles

Dear Sir!

Unfortunately, we are not able to ship this product to certain countries, including the USA, due to the manufacturer’s sales policy.

For any additional questions or assistance, please contact us at [email protected]

Kind regards,

by Optics Trade team

Hello. I was wondering what the same price is on this scope.

Thank you

by Chris

Dear Sir!

The price of the Schmidt & Bender 4-16x56 Polar T96 depends on the selected configuration and starts from 2,399.00 €.

Please note that due to the manufacturer’s sales policy, we are not able to ship this product to all countries. If the price is not visible on our website, we are unfortunately not able to ship to your country.

If you need any further assistance or a specific quote, please feel free to contact us at [email protected].

Kind Regards

by Optics Trade team

Hi Would you please send me a quote. Cheers

Thank you

by Martin

Dear Sir!

Due to the manufacturer's policy, we are not able to sell their products outside of the EU.

Thank you for your understanding.

by Optics Trade team

Dear Optics Trade, I would like to ask the price of this scope. I am thinking between this and the Swarovski Z6i 2.5-15x56. I am looking for the one with the BDC elevation turret. Thank you for your answer in advance. Kind regards, Tibor

by Tibor

Dear Sir!

The price of this scope with the BDC turret is 2599 EUR. The Z6i 2.5-15x56 is a more versatile scope, while this S&B is brighter in low light. S&B is also more robust and heavier.

by Optics Trade team

Good morning,

I am enquiring if there is such a beast - a rail mount for a S&B T96 to fit a pic rail on a Steel Action HS rifle.

Kind regards

Jimmy

by Jimmy

Dear Sir!

We would recommend the following scope mounts for this scope on Steel Action HS:

For scopes with 34mm tube:

https://www.optics-trade.eu/en/innomount-for-picatinny-weaver-34mm.html

https://www.optics-trade.eu/en/era-tac-one-piece-mount-gen-2-34-mm-lever.html

For scopes with Zeiss ZM7VM rail:

https://www.optics-trade.eu/en/innomount-qr-for-picatinny-weaver-zeiss-zm-vm-rail.html

by Optics Trade team

looking for lens covers for polar t96 4~16 x96

by colm

Dear Colm,

thank you for contacting us.

Please find the desired product on the link below.

https://www.optics-trade.eu/si/schmidt-bender-transparent-lens-cover-objective-and-ocular-for-4-16x56-polar-t96.html

If you have any further questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact us directly at [email protected]. We are here to help.

Kind Regards,

by Optics Trade team

I would like to buy a schmidt bender polar T96 4x16x56 with second focal plane with turret in moa first choice or cm can i have a quote in canadien dollar.thanks.Louis

by Louis

Dear Louis,

thank you for contacting us.

The price of the scope's basic configuration is CA$3,289.37.

If you have any further questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact us directly at [email protected]. We are here to help.

Kind Regards,

by Optics Trade team

what is the 4 deferent lines bottom of the scop means?

by Billy

Dear Sir,

Thank you for your inquiry. These can help the shooter quickly determine the distance of the object.

Should you require any further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us again.

Kind regards

by Optics Trade team

G'day guys, im just wondering if there is any chance of getting a Polar with different click values?? Can it be ordered with 1/4in clicks or 0.05mil clicks?? Thanks for your help, Cheers, Zach

by Zach

Dear Sir,

thank you for your inquiry.

We kindly ask you to write to us at info@optics-trade.eu and we can check it with the manufacturer. Please note that all Schmidt & Bender riflescopes are custom made; therefore, they need 14-16 weeks to be manufactured.

Looking forward to hearing from you.

Kind regards

by Optics Trade team

Hi I live in the UK so do you know how much the import duty would be on the 4-16 Polar T96 with BT? How long would it take to arrive? Thanks

by Nicholas

Dear Sir,

thank you for contacting us.

Since the United Kingdom is no longer part of the EU due to Brexit all of our prices are now tax-free meaning all tax fees will have to be settled once the product arrives at the customs border in your country.

You will have to pay a 20% tax and a 5% customs duty.

The estimated delivery time is 12-14 weeks once ordered since all Schmidt & Bender riflescopes are custom-made.

Thank you for your understanding.

If you will need any additional information please do not hesitate to contact us again.

Kind Regards

by Optics Trade team

Hi I would like to get a price on this exact scope (2nd FP) It’s out of stock in US currently. Thank you.

by Kevin

Dear Sir,

thank you for contacting us.

The price of this product is 3099$ USD with a basic scope configuration.

Should you require any further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us again.

Kind Regards,

by Optics Trade team

Hi I am interested in the below scope, but just want to check on the price and delivery time to Ireland - is advertised price your best price and what does delivery 1 month or more mean? Schmidt & Bender 4-16x56 Polar T96 1x Schmidt & Bender 4-16x56 Polar T96 Reticle position: 2. focal plane - SFP Adjustment per click: 10mm/100m - 0.10MIL Turret Type: ASV II // BDC II / Posicon Turret rotation direction : CW Mount rail type: No Reticle: D7 Parallax adjustment: Yes - side focus €2,329.00 Kind Regards

by noel

Dear Sir,

thank you for contacting us.

According to the provided configuration for the Schmidt & Bender 4-16x56 Polar T96 riflescope, the price is 2329€. Please note that all Schmidt & Bender riflescopes are custom made therefore need 14-16 weeks to be manufactured.

Thank you for your understanding.

If you will need any additional information please do not hesitate to contact us again.

Kind Regards

by Optics Trade team

Hello I am interested in Polar T96 4-16+56 could you tell me what this would cost including postage to Belfast Northern Ireland BT 6 9 RN thank you .

by Craig

Hello. I'm looking very hard at this great scope, but I am unsure about the rail options. What is a LMZ-rail? The scope would be mounted on a Merkel RX Helix. I use Weaver rings with my current scope. Regards A

by Asger

Dear Sir,

thank you for contacting us.

The LMZ rail option is the same as the ZM/VM rail option from Zeiss. This type of mounting allows you to mount the riflescope as close to the barrel of the gun as possible. Please note that your current mount is not suitable for this type of mounting as the LMZ rail offers.

Here you can find a few examples that are suitable for LMZ rail to Merkel RX Helix: https://www.optics-trade.eu/si/mounts/shopby/ring_diameter-zeiss_zm_vm_rail/suitable_for_merkel-merkel_rx_helix.html

Thank you for your understanding.

If you will need any additional information, please do not hesitate to contact us again.

Kind Regards

by Optics Trade team

Just need low light great scope. Help with all options

by Chris

We would kindly like to ask you to contact us at [email protected] in order for us to give you the most objective recommendation regarding this matter.

by Optics Trade team

I am looking at a T96 Polar for a Sauer 202. Is there an option to mount the Scope with the Zeiss Rail for the 202? Can you recommend this? Thanks.

by Ryan

We absolutely can. You can take a look at the Zeiss ZM/VM rail mounting solutions for Sauer 202 on the link below.

https://www.optics-trade.eu/en/mounts/shopby/ring_diameter-zeiss_zm_vm_rail/suitable_for_sauer-sauer_202_standard.html

If you need any additional assistance in regards to choosing a suitable mount for your needs, please don't hesitate to contact us again at [email protected]

by Optics Trade team

I’m considering the purchase or this scope

i’m not sure of the reticle though

I like the d4 and d7 but i’ve never seen them.

Thanks for your assistance

by Enrico

Please note that the D4 reticle looks like a classic Duplex reticle, however, this one is a bit thinner. The D7 is generally thicker with a bigger illuminated dot in the center of the reticle.

by Optics Trade team

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T96 polar T96 polarni

robust, solid optics, great visibility, phenomenal product, mounted on a jacket, 85 finnlight 30-06, group at one hundred meters, 4 bullets in 2 cm, max magnification at 100m, you can see all hits in the target at dusk, you can see it perfectly, there are no rubber parts, everything is made of metal, spare battery in the cover for the horizontal bolt, a good thing, considering that on the previous optic I forgot to turn off the illumination on several occasions, and there is also a plus, it turns off by itself after 6 hours. The 4x16 magnification is more than enough for shooting at longer distances for us hunters - Once again, a phenomenal thing and I totally recommend it to everyone.
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robusna čvrsta optika super vidljivost fenomenalan proizvod montirana na sako 85 finnlight 30-06 grupa na sto metara 4 metka u 2 cm max povećanje na 100m vide se svi pogodci u meti u sumrak se vidi odlično nema gumenih dijelova sve je od metala rezervna baterija u poklopcu za horizontalni vijak dobra stvar s obzirom da sam na prijašnjoj optici u nekoliko navrata zaboravio ugasit iluminaciju a tu je još i plus nakon 6 h se sama gasi.Povećanje je 4x16 više nego dovoljno za pucanje na veće daljine za nas lovce-Još jednom fenomenalna stvar i oplo ju preporučujem svakome.
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