Il KONUS FIGHTER 4-16×50 AO It was born with a very different approach compared to higher-end optics: to offer hunters and shooters a complete configuration, with a significant magnification range and some functions not normally taken for granted on entry-level optics, while keeping the price particularly accessible.
The formula chosen by Konus It's simple but interesting: 4-16x zoom, 50mm objective lens, adjustable parallax on the objective lens, illuminated ballistic reticle, 1/4 MOA adjustments and mounting rings included.
It is therefore not intended to directly compete with specialist long-range shooting riflescopes, but represents a concrete solution for those looking for a first complete variable optic, to be used on the rifle without making a significant investment.
4-16×50: a wide and versatile excursion
The 4-16x50 configuration allows for a fairly wide range of use. At 4x magnification, target acquisition remains relatively easy, while progressively increasing to 16x allows for more precise observation of targets and details at longer distances.
The field of view at 100 meters goes from approximately 7,1 meters at 4x to 1,9 meters at 16x . It is therefore evident how the riflescope changes character along its range: more open at low magnifications, decidedly more selective when pushed to maximum power.
The 50mm objective completes a classic configuration for this category and offers an adequate light-gathering surface even when using high magnifications.
AO: Adjustable parallax on the lens
The acronym AO – Adjustable Objective indicates one of the most interesting features of the Fighter: the possibility of adjusting the parallax directly through the lens ring.
Parallax becomes especially important as magnification and distance increase. If the target's image plane and the reticle's image plane do not coincide perfectly, a small shift of the eye relative to the optical axis can cause the reticle to appear to move on the target.
The AO adjustment allows you to correct this condition and simultaneously achieve better focus on the subject at the observed distance. It is a less immediate solution than the side turret found on more advanced riflescopes, but it is perfectly functional and, above all, consistent with the Fighter's budget price point.
Illuminated ballistic reticle
Il KONUS FIGHTER uses a ballistic reticle which offers additional references compared to a simple traditional reticle. These references can be used, after proper verification with the weapon and ammunition used, to manage different aiming points at different distances.
The reticle also features red and green illumination . The color selection allows you to better adapt the contrast to environmental conditions and target background.
As with any ballistic reticle, the references should not be interpreted as universal distances: their correspondence depends on the actual trajectory of the weapon, caliber, ammunition and calibration combination used.
1/4 MOA adjustments
The turrets work with an adjustment of 1/4 MOA per click , a traditional and widely used solution on hunting optics.
At 100 meters, a 1/4 MOA click corresponds approximately to a movement of just over 7 mm . The adjustment therefore allows for a sufficiently fine calibration for the uses for which the Fighter is intended.
The stated correction range reaches approximately 70 MOA in both elevation and windage , offering plenty of margin for calibration and to compensate for any differences related to the mounting system.
One inch pipe
The main body uses the traditional 25,4 mm diameter, equivalent to one inch . This choice helps keep the construction simple and economical and makes compatible mounting systems very easy to find.
Compared to the 30 or 34 mm tubes of higher category optics, it does not offer the same internal space for particularly sophisticated mechanics, but it is perfectly consistent with the product philosophy: simplicity, functionality and cost containment.
Multi-Coated Optics
The optical surfaces adopt a Multi-Coated multilayer treatment , designed to limit reflections and light dispersion and to improve contrast and transmission compared to lenses without treatment.
It is important to keep the product in the correct perspective: the Fighter does not use the HD Fully Multi-Coated compartment of the more advanced FEARLESS-HD, but offers an optical solution suited to its market segment.
It is precisely this distinction that makes the model's position in the range clear. Konus: the Fighter aims above all to offer features and versatility at an extremely competitive price.
Generous eye relief
The stated eye relief is approximately 101 mm , an impressive value for a riflescope. A good distance between eye and eyepiece promotes a comfortable shooting position and leaves an adequate safety margin during recoil.
The exit pupil varies approximately from 12,5 mm at 4x to approximately 3,1 mm at 16x , a natural consequence of the relationship between the 50 mm objective and the magnification used.
Ruggedness for field use
The Fighter is designed as a scope for real rifle use and is advertised as water and shock resistant.
The length is in the order of 380 mm , while the weight indicated by some commercial data sheets is around 712 grams with the rings mounted . It is therefore not an ultra-compact lens, especially considering the one-inch tube, but dimensions and mass are largely determined by the 50 mm objective and the AO system.
Mounting rings included: a concrete advantage
One of the elements that contribute most to the convenience of the KONUS FIGHTER is the presence of the mounting rings in the package.
The product is sold with rings for Weaver/Picatinny rails and, in some distribution configurations, also with a second pair intended for the classic 11 mm rail . This allows the optic to be installed on a very wide number of rifles without necessarily having to immediately purchase a separate mounting system.
This is a detail to consider in the overall economic evaluation: especially on an entry-level product, the cost of a pair of rings purchased separately can significantly impact the final price of the setup.
KONUS FIGHTER 4-16×50 AO: technical data sheet
| Feature | Date |
|---|---|
| Model | KONUS FIGHTER 4-16×50 AO |
| Code | #7349 |
| Magnification | 4-16x |
| Objective diameter | 50 mm |
| Pipe diameter | 25,4mm / 1 ″ |
| Parallax adjustment | AO – Adjustable Objective |
| Reticle | Ballistic BDC |
| Grating illumination | Red / green |
| Optical treatment | Multi-coated |
| Regulation | 1/4 MOA per click |
| Elevation excursion | About 70 MOA |
| Drift excursion | About 70 MOA |
| Field of view at 100 m | Approximately 7,1 – 1,9 m |
| Exit pupil | 12,5 - 3,1 mm |
| Eye relief | Approximately 101mm |
| Length | Approximately 380mm |
| Weight | Approximately 712g with rings |
| Protection | Water and shock resistant |
| Rings | Included in the scope of delivery |
An entry-level lens that doesn't give up on useful features
The correct way to evaluate the KONUS FIGHTER isn't about comparing it to thousand- or two-thousand-euro scopes. Its appeal stems from exactly the opposite approach: How much can it offer while spending little?
From this perspective, the answer is interesting. The 4-16x range allows for a variety of situations, the 50mm objective lens offers a configuration suitable for even higher magnifications, the AO allows for parallax correction, and the illuminated ballistic reticle introduces features normally absent from more basic optics.
The presence of the rings completes a configuration that is practically ready for assembly.
The quality/price ratio is its real strong point
With prices on the Italian market which are approximately around 130-135 euro, KONUS FIGHTER 4-16×50 AO enters a range in which it is difficult to expect a much more complete equipment.
It's important not to confuse affordability with premium performance: materials, lens coatings, and mechanics cannot be evaluated with the same criteria as a high-end professional riflescope. But maintaining this distinction is where the Fighter's value emerges.
For a modest price, it offers 16x magnification, a 50mm objective lens, adjustable parallax, an illuminated ballistic reticle, and mounting rings . It's therefore a particularly interesting product for those new to optics shooting, for a rifle intended for non-specialist use, or for those who simply don't want to invest a lot of money in the setup.
Conclusions
Il KONUS FIGHTER 4-16×50 AO It's a scope without unnecessarily sophisticated ambitions. Its strength lies in offering the adjustments and features that many users actually need while keeping the cost extremely low.
It doesn't have the 34mm tube, first focal plane, or zero-stop turrets of the FEARLESS-HD, and it doesn't pretend to. Instead, it offers a 4-16×50 configuration with adjustable parallax and an illuminated ballistic reticle at a fraction of the price of more advanced optics.
For those who are looking above all versatility, simplicity and convenience, the Fighter therefore represents one of the most accessible proposals in the range Konus and a very clear example of the brand's philosophy: to provide the user with concrete equipment while maintaining a quality/price ratio that is hard to ignore.
