What is an EBR reticle?

EBR-7 MRAD Reticle The EBR-7B (Enhanced Battle Reticle) is a hashmarked ranging reticle using mrad based subtension lines for ranging, holdover, and windage corrections. Recticle image shown at 24x magnification.

What does EBR stand for on Vortex scopes?

Vortex Optics has designed EBR (Enhanced Battle Reticles) reticles keeping in mind the needs of long distance shooters. With Vortex EBR reticle options, long range shooters can effectively determine ranges, moving target leads, windage, and holdover corrections.

Which Vortex reticle is best?

If you are a serious deer hunter who wants top-quality optics at a reasonable price, then the Vortex Viper HS 4-16X50 with BDC Reticle is a scope worth considering. The 4-16X50 power range is ideal for most shots up to the mid-range, and the 50mm ocular bell pulls in plenty of light.

What does EBR 7C MOA mean?

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The EBR-7C MOA reticle is based on minute-of-angle (MOA) subtensions. MOA measurements are based on degrees and minutes: 360 degrees in a circle, 60 minutes in a degree for a total of 21,600 minutes. These angular measurements are used to estimate range and correct for bullet trajectory drop in riflescopes.

What is the difference between Vortex EBR-2C and EBR-7C?

EBR-7C is the new reticle option released by Vortex Optics in 2019. EBR-2C is an established reticle in the long-range hunting/shooting segment. Both the reticles (EBR-2C and EBR-7C) are best for long-range competition shooters. The hunters who want to hunt games at long-range will also find this reticle helpful.

What is the difference between vortex EBR-2C and EBR-7C?

What does EBR-2C MOA mean?

The EBR-2C MOA reticle is based on minute-of-angle (MOA) subtensions. MOA measurements are based on degrees and minutes: 360 degrees in a circle, 60 minutes in a degree, for a total of 21,600 minutes. These angular measurements are used to estimate range and correct for bullet trajectory drop in riflescopes.

Does the military use Vortex scopes?

American optical equipment manufacturer Vortex Optics has been awarded a contract by the US military to produce approximately 250,000 Next Generation Squad Weapon – Fire Control systems over 10 years.

Are all Vortex scopes made in China?

The bulk of Vortex’s rifle scopes production occurs in China. This includes the Diamondback Tactical FFP (First Focal Plane), Strike Eagle, and Crossfire rifle scopes product lines. Asia seems to be the place for optics. In fact, Bushnell gets theirs from South Korea.

What does EBR-2C mean?

EBR-2C reticle has tactical crosshair design. It has used extra-long fine center hairs so that the long-range shooter/hunters don’t have any obstruction to targets. The lower part of the reticle comes with windage reference dots and drop lines. It helps in improving shot accuracy without even touching the turrets.