{"title":"M40","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn 1965, the US Marine Corps began its search for a new rifle and scope combination to serve as their official combat sniper rifle. The Corps settled on the Remington Model 40, an accurized version of the Remington 700, chambered in .308 Winchester and topped it with a commercially available 3-9X40mm variable power scope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHi-Lux is now recreating this 1960's era scope for all those \"old school\" sharp shooters among us. The M40 Tactical Hunter features a glass etched Ranging Reticle in the first focal plane and .223\/.308 BDC reticle in the second focal plane.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"hi-lux-optics-m40-3x-9x-rifle-scope","title":"Hi-Lux M40 3X-9X Dual Focal Plane Riflescope","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn 1965, the U.S. Marine Corps began its search for a new rifle and scope combo to serve as their official combat sniper rifle. The goal was to have USMC armorers customize and accurize a readily available production rifle. The Corps settled on the Remington Model 40x, chambered for the .308 Winchester (a.k.a. 7.62 NATO) cartridge, and topped it with a commercially available 3-9x40mm hunting scope with an Accu-Ranging scale. The rifle was designated the M40.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHi-Lux Optics is now recreating this 1960′s era scope for all of those “old school” sharpshooters among us, those who take the time to know the trajectory of the loads they shoot. However, we’ve made major internal improvements. The optics are far superior to that of the original, with precision ground lenses that are fully multi-coated for maximum light transmission. We’ve also added positive 1\/4″ click adjustments to the windage and elevation turrets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDownloads\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1332\/9563\/files\/M40_Scope_Manual_-_FINAL.pdf?4\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eM40 Rifle Scope Manual [PDF]\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hi-Lux","offers":[{"title":"Black","offer_id":36900948493,"sku":"M40TACH39X40","price":299.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Green","offer_id":36900948557,"sku":"M40USMC39X40","price":399.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1332\/9563\/products\/M40TACH_front.jpg?v=1614712448"},{"product_id":"hi-lux-m40-3-9x40-mk2-rifle-scope","title":"Hi-Lux M40 3-9X40 MK2 Rifle Scope","description":"\u003cp\u003eInspired by the original USMC M40 sniper rifles of the Vietnam era, the Hi-Lux M40 3-9x40 MK2 is purpose-built for competitors in \u003cb\u003eCMP’s Vintage Sniper Match\u003c\/b\u003e, specifically within the Vietnam War class. Developed in collaboration with distinguished shooters, this second-generation M40 integrates field-tested feedback to deliver unmatched authenticity, precision, and reliability on the firing line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKey upgrades set the MK2 apart. \u003cb\u003eStainless steel turret internals\u003c\/b\u003e enhance durability and ensure consistent adjustments, even under heavy use. Both the scope saddle and eyepiece housing feature extended thread lengths for a stronger, more secure lock-up. To improve target visibility, the center crosswire has been refined by 15% (to just 0.001”), giving shooters a clearer sight picture on the aiming black when favoring the shot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAuthentic to its Vietnam-era roots yet refined for today’s competition, the M40 3-9x40 MK2 stands as the trusted choice for marksmen competing for points, medals, and legacy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePurpose-Built for CMP Vintage Sniper\u003c\/b\u003e – Optimized for Vietnam War class rifles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eStainless Steel Turret Internals\u003c\/b\u003e – More positive clicks and increased long-term reliability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eExtended Thread Lengths\u003c\/b\u003e – Stronger lock-up on scope saddle and eyepiece housing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThinner Crosswire\u003c\/b\u003e – 15% thinner (0.001”) for improved visibility of the aiming black.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBuilt for Competitors\u003c\/b\u003e – Developed with input from distinguished shooters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDownloads\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"M40 3-9 Gen 2 Manual - pdf\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1332\/9563\/files\/M40_Scope-MK2Manual_FINAL.pdf?v=1741643628\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eM40 Gen 2 Manual [PDF]\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hi-Lux","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51048865988821,"sku":"M4039X40MK2","price":449.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1332\/9563\/files\/HLO4371shopify.jpg?v=1738630865"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1332\/9563\/collections\/M40TACH_rear_2.jpg?v=1598917639","url":"https:\/\/hi-luxoptics.com\/collections\/m40\/leatherwood.oembed","provider":"Hi-Lux Optics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}