Defender
Vortex Defender ST Solar
The Vortex Defender ST Solar is an enclosed emitter pistol optic on the DeltaPoint Pro (DPP) footprint, offered with a 3 MOA Dot & 32 MOA Circle reticle in red. The window measures 0.70 x 0.92 in, and the aluminum housing measures 1.9 x 1.3 x 1.3 in and 1.9 oz. It runs on a CR2032 cell that can be changed with the optic still mounted, and adds shake awake, solar failsafe, and night vision settings. Measured against the 311 pistol optics in the index, it lands in the heaviest quarter for weight (1.9 oz), on the larger side for window area (0.644 sq in), and on the pricier side for price ($420). It is one of 10 entries in the index that qualify as a DeltaPoint Pro (DPP) footprint optic. The closest listed comparison is Vortex Defender XL, the same brand's DeltaPoint Pro (DPP) footprint optic, priced at $370.
| Series | Defender |
| Reticle color | Red |
| Reticle options | 3 MOA Dot & 32 MOA Circle |
| Optic Removal for Battery Change | No |
| Window Size (in) | 0.70 x 0.92 |
| Enclosed | Yes |
| Footprint | DeltaPoint Pro (DPP) |
| Battery | CR2032 |
| Solar Failsafe | Yes |
| Shake Awake | Yes |
| Night Vision Compatible | Yes |
| Material | Aluminum |
| Weight (oz) | 1.9 |
| Dimensions (in) | 1.9 x 1.3 x 1.3 |
| Country of Manufacture | China |
| Average Price | $420 |
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