Vortex Defender-XL Micro Red Dot Sight (Black, 5 MOA Dot)

BH #VODFXLMRD5 • MFR #DFXL-MRD5
Print
Vortex Defender-XL Micro Red Dot Sight (Black, 5 MOA Dot)
Key Features
  • Large Hard-Coated Aspherical Lens
  • Motion Activated, 10-Minute Auto Shutoff
  • Fast-Rack Texturing
  • 10 Daytime, 2 NV Brightness Settings
Highly compact yet sporting a window just over an inch wide, the Vortex Defender-XL Micro Red Dot Sight is designed to be tough, fast, and accurate in competition shooting. The 5-MOA dot illuminates in eight daytime brightness levels and two that are compatible with night vision gear. The aspherical lens offers a distortion-free, virtually parallax-free sight picture with unlimited eye relief. Aggressive texture on the face of the sight allows you to rack your slide against any surface. The Defender-XL is motion-activated and shuts off automatically after 10 minutes. The battery installs on the top, so you don't have to re-zero your optic when replacing it (which won't happen often, considering the battery's 25,000-hour lifespan.)
More Details
In Stock
No Store Display
Free 2-Day Shipping
Protect Your Gear
Add a protection plan from $32.99
Length
Dot Color
Ask an Expert
800-606-6969

Vortex Defender-XL Overview

Highly compact yet sporting a window just over an inch wide, the Vortex Defender-XL Micro Red Dot Sight is designed to be tough, fast, and accurate in competition shooting. The 5-MOA dot illuminates in eight daytime brightness levels and two that are compatible with night vision gear. The aspherical lens offers a distortion-free, virtually parallax-free sight picture with unlimited eye relief. Aggressive texture on the face of the sight allows you to rack your slide against any surface. The Defender-XL is motion-activated and shuts off automatically after 10 minutes. The battery installs on the top, so you don't have to re-zero your optic when replacing it (which won't happen often, considering the battery's 25,000-hour lifespan.)

  • Large 1"-wide hard-coated aspherical lens provides a distortion-free sight picture.
  • Motion activation and 10-minute auto shutoff, which saves battery life.
  • ShockShield polymer insert absorbs shock to the 7075 aluminum body, protecting it from everyday abuse.
  • Fast-Rack aggressive texturing on face of optic enables racking slide off any surface.
  • Top mount battery allows for easy battery changes without having to re-zero.
  • Ten daylight-bright illumination levels aid in faster center-point acquisition in bright daylight conditions, plus two night-vision-compatible settings.
  • Non-critical eye relief allows for rapid target acquisition.
  • Waterproof with O-ring seals to prevent moisture, dust, and debris from penetrating for reliable performance in all environments.
  • Fog-resistant design withstands a wide range of temperatures.
  • Rugged construction withstands recoil and impact.
  • Low-glare, matte-black anodized, corrosion- and wear-resistant finish helps camouflage the shooter's position.
  • This sight features a compact, lightweight single-piece chassis.
UPC: 843829133319

Vortex Defender-XL Specs

Key Specs
Reticle
5 MOA Dot
Reticle Color
Red
Power Source
1 x CR2032
Runtime
25,000 Hours
Mounting
Leupold Delta Point Pro
Magnification
1x
General
Reticle
5 MOA Dot
Reticle Color
Red
Eye Relief
Unlimited
Power Source
1 x CR2032
Runtime
25,000 Hours
Sight Window Dimensions
1 x 0.9" / 25.5 x 23.3 mm
Mounting
Leupold Delta Point Pro
Quick Release
No
Optics
Magnification
1x
Impact Point Correction
120 MOA (Elevation) / 115 MOA (Windage)
Adjustment per Click: 1 MOA
Physical
Environmental Resistance
Water-Resistant (Unrated)
Fogproof
Yes
Materials
Aluminum
Dimensions
L: 2.0" / L: 50.8 mm
Weight
1.93 oz / 55 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.68 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
6.4 x 3.9 x 2.5"

Vortex Defender-XL Reviews

Rock solid

By Masayuki
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2025-05-15

I have been using a SIG Romeo 3 Max but since I changed my firearm, I decided to change the RDS and chose this product per many rave reviews. It is a solid product. It is too early to tell how durable it is but I love the design of it, its battery compartment and its glass quality. I was surprised to find this product at B&H and the price was the lowest!

See any errors on this page?
Whatever You Need, We've Got It