Best Long Range Rifle Scopes in 2023

Want to consistently hit targets at 1000 meters plus? You’re going to need a capable rifle, match ammo,…and then some decent glass. We’ll start with hands-on covering 9 popular long range scopes.  As I test out more scopes I’ll keep adding to this article. Tested Long Range Scopes They’ll be view-through images, tracking tests, a lot of subjective stuff, and short videos covering every scope. Leupold Mark 5HD 25x By the end you’ll have a great idea of the best long range scope for your budget and purpose. SUMMARY OF OUR TOP PICKS BUDGET PICK Vortex Optics 4-24×50 Strike Eagle Great entry point option if you don’t want to spend too much. Downside is there is some distortion at higher magnifications. EDITOR’S PICK Vortex Optics Viper PST Gen II From glass clarity to ease of mounting to the crisp clicks of the knobs, this scope gets top score and is our top pick for long range shooting. UPGRADED PICK Vortex Optics Viper PST Gen II ALSO DECENT Leupold VX-3i LRP 8.5-25×50 Good clarity and feels quality, but falls short on eye relief and eye box, and track testing. RUNNER UP Leupold Mark 5HD Rifle Scope, 5-25x56mm Glass clarity is great at all magnifications. Has all the bells and whistles such as an integrated throw lever and CCH reticle.