When you need to engage at distance without time to dial turrets — a second shot on a running boar, a crosswind holdover at 500 meters — a holdover reticle in bright glass is faster than any turret system. The Kite Optics B6 LR 3-18x50 with 23i reticle is the full long-range package — combining 3–18x magnification, a bright 50mm objective, side-focus parallax adjustment, zero-stop ballistic turret, and a tactical holdover reticle that lets you correct for distance and wind without touching the turrets.

Key Features

• 3–18x magnification with 6x zoom ratio — The 3x low end handles medium-range work comfortably, while 18x provides the magnification to identify and place shots precisely at extended range. The versatile zoom range covers everything from 200-yard stalking shots to 600+ yard precision work.

• 50mm objective with 90% light transmission — The larger objective gathers significantly more light than the 42mm model, delivering a brighter, higher-contrast image at upper magnifications. MHR Advance coatings on all air-to-glass surfaces maximize the brightness advantage.

• 23i illuminated holdover reticle (SFP) — A tactical design with a clean, open upper half, illuminated red center dot, and graduated holdover marks below center for bullet drop compensation at known distances. Horizontal hash marks provide wind hold references. The holdover system complements the ballistic turret — use either method or both for range compensation.

• Side-focus parallax adjustment (100m to infinity) — Essential at these magnifications. The dedicated parallax ring eliminates parallax error at any distance from 100 meters outward, ensuring the reticle and target are on the same focal plane for accurate shot placement.

• Ballistic turret with zero-stop and revolution counter — Exposed elevation turret with positive 0.25 MOA clicks, integrated zero-stop, and pop-up revolution indicator. Combined with the 23i holdover marks, this scope gives you maximum flexibility in how you compensate for range.

• 90 MOA total adjustment range — Sufficient elevation and windage travel for long-range precision, with each click at 0.7 cm per 100 meters.

• 100mm eye relief — The most generous in the B6 LR lineup, ensuring safe, comfortable shooting with magnum calibers and a forgiving eye box for rapid target acquisition.

• One-piece 30mm aluminum tube, IPX7 waterproof — Machined from solid aluminum, nitrogen-purged, and submersible to 1 meter. Operating range from -20°C to +71°C.

• 750g with included zoom throw lever — A practical carry weight for mountain and backcountry hunts, with a snap-on throw lever for fast magnification changes.

Ideal For

Long-range precision hunters who want both turret and reticle-based range compensation. The 23i holdover marks let you hold over for fast follow-up shots, while the zero-stop turret handles primary adjustments — a versatile combination for unpredictable field shooting at distance.

Western and mountain hunters who regularly shoot past 400 yards and need the combination of high magnification, side parallax, and range compensation tools. The 50mm objective ensures you can identify and shoot confidently into the last minutes of legal light.

Tactical crossover shooters bringing precision rifle skills to hunting. The 23i reticle and ballistic turret system will feel familiar to anyone who shoots PRS or tactical competitions, adapted for hunting-weight and field conditions.