Vortex Optics
Vortex Crossfire HD 1-4x24 SFP
Vortex Crossfire HD 1-4x24 SFP
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Lighter Build. Proper BDC Reticle.
The Vortex Crossfire® HD 1-4x24 refines the entry-level Crossfire formula — genuinely lighter than the Crossfire II at a similar price, with a proper Dead-Hold BDC reticle offering real holdover reference points rather than a simple crosshair.
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24mm objective, SFP
1/2 MOA, 30 MOA per rotation
Generous, forgiving eyebox
Lightest in the LPVO range
Product Overview
The Crossfire® HD 1-4x24 is the very definition of a low-power variable optic: fast, both-eyes-open target acquisition at low power, with the ability to hold or dial for longer shots when hunting, competing, or in tactical use.
Its HD optical system uses select glass elements to deliver genuine resolution, reduced chromatic aberration, and strong colour fidelity. The illuminated Dead-Hold® 2A BDC reticle pairs a floating centre dot with practical holdover points for varying ranges, offering more usable ballistic reference than a plain crosshair.
Built on an aircraft-grade aluminium 30mm tube with a low-glare matte black anodized finish, the Crossfire HD is nitrogen-purged for waterproof, fogproof performance — genuinely lightweight and compact for a carbine or hunting rifle where agility matters.
Key Features
At 434g (15.3oz), genuinely the lightest Vortex LPVO covered here.
Select glass elements for improved resolution and colour fidelity.
Practical holdover points, not just a plain crosshair.
Quickly return to your preferred illumination level without cycling through others.
Quick, easy reticle focusing.
1/2 MOA adjustment, 30 MOA travel per rotation.
Best Applications
| Close Quarters Battle & Urban Survival | ★★★☆☆ |
| Mid to Long-Range Precision & Holdovers | ★★★☆☆ |
| Tactical / Duty / Competition Use | ★★☆☆☆ |
| Hunting & General Rifle Use | ★★★★☆ |
| Glass Quality & Low-Light Performance | ★★★☆☆ |
| Weight & Carry Comfort | ★★★★★ |
| Daylight-Bright Reticle Visibility | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Turret Precision & Field Dialing | ★★☆☆☆ |
Which Vortex LPVO Is Right For You?
Compare Vortex Low Power Variable Optics
| Model | Tier | Best Suited For | Weight & Length | Noctis Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crossfire® HD 1-4x24 SFP | Entry Level | Close-range hunting, lightweight carry | 434g, 241mm | Lightest Entry |
| Venom® 1-6x24 SFP | Essential Level | Entry-level carbine, duty and range use | 553g, 262mm | Best Value Tactical |
| Strike Eagle® 1-8x24 SFP | Mid Tier | Lightweight extended reach, 5.56 tuned | 493g, 254mm | Lightest 1-8x |
| Strike Eagle® 1-8x24 FFP | Mid Tier | True FFP holdovers at any magnification | 678g, 264mm | FFP Precision Pick |
| Strike Eagle® 1-10x24 FFP | Mid Tier | Compact rail space, motion-activated illum. | 612g, 254mm | Compact 1-10x Pick |
| Viper® PST™ Gen II 1-6x24 SFP | Professional | MIL/LE, competition and tactical all-rounder | 644g, 275mm | Proven All-Rounder |
| Razor® HD Gen II-E 1-6x24 SFP | Premium | Genuine daylight-bright dot, top-tier glass | 610g, 257mm | Best Glass 1-6x |
| Razor® HD Gen III 1-10x24 FFP | Premium | 34mm tube, daylight-bright, close-to-long | 610g, 257mm | Best Glass 1-10x |
| AMG® 1-10x24 FFP | Top Shelf | Shortest, lightest, USA-made, dual-zero | 533g, 213mm | Ultimate Performance |
Turret configurations vary across the range. Most models use capped turrets to help prevent accidental adjustment, while adjustment graduations and total travel differ by model and reticle configuration. "Daylight-bright" illumination — genuinely visible in direct sunlight, functioning like a red dot at 1x — is explicitly confirmed by Vortex for the Razor and AMG lines; other models offer illuminated reticles that are daylight-usable but not marketed with this specific claim.
Reticle & Sight Picture
The Illuminated Dead-Hold® 2A BDC reticle pairs the trusted holdover and windage guidance of Vortex's Dead-Hold BDC design with an illuminated floating centre dot for fast, precise aiming in low light.
The reticle gives genuine holdover reference points for varying distances — useful for hunters and shooters who want ballistic reference without stepping up to a full tactical BDC system.
Reticle: Dead-Hold® 2A BDC, illuminated | Colour: Red
Technical Specifications & Mounting
| Specification | Crossfire® HD 1-4x24 |
|---|---|
| Optic Type | 1-4x24 SFP LPVO |
| Magnification | 1-4x |
| Objective Lens Diameter | 24mm |
| Focal Plane | Second Focal Plane (SFP) |
| Reticle | Illuminated Dead-Hold® 2A BDC (MOA) |
| Eye Relief | 97mm (3.8in) |
| Field of View | 33.4m-8.1m at 91m (109.5ft-26.7ft at 100yd) |
| Tube Size | 30mm |
| Turret Style | Capped |
| Adjustment Graduation | 1/2 MOA |
| Travel Per Rotation | 30 MOA |
| Max Elevation Adjustment | 130 MOA |
| Max Windage Adjustment | 130 MOA |
| Parallax Setting | Fixed at 91m (100yd) |
| Length | 241mm (9.5in) |
| Weight | 434g (15.3oz) |
| Body Material | Aircraft-grade aluminium, single-piece 30mm tube |
| Battery | CR2032 |
Metric-first presentation. Original Vortex values retained where applicable. Never infer missing specifications.
What's Included
For cleaning optical surfaces.
CR2032 for reticle illumination.
Vortex VIP Warranty
Unlimited. Unconditional. Lifetime.
If a Vortex product becomes damaged or defective, Vortex will repair or replace it at no charge, subject to the official VIP Warranty terms.
No set time limit
Damage or defect covered
Not restricted to the first owner
Assistance through the local dealer or distributor
The warranty excludes loss, theft, deliberate damage, and cosmetic damage that does not affect performance.
Contact Noctis Africa and we will guide you through the applicable local support process.
Why Buy From Noctis Africa?
Our recommendations, specifications and buying advice are written for South African tactical professionals, hunters, sport shooters and rifle owners — not simply copied from overseas catalogues.
Local insight. Practical advice. Trusted equipment.
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