ENCLOSED SOLAR MICRO RED DOT
Tough, compact, and built to dominate—Vortex's Defender‑ST™ delivers unmatched durability and performance in a micro red dot.
Its fully enclosed 7075 aluminum housing protects the emitter from dust, moisture, and impacts—perfect for pistols, shotguns, and carbines in any condition. Whether for self-defense, recreational shooting, or professional use, this rugged red dot is engineered for reliability.
DUAL POWER SOLAR + BATTERY
Featuring Auto D-TEC Technology, the Defender-ST™ smartly draws power from solar or CR2032 battery depending on light conditions. Enjoy up to 150,000 hours of runtime with solar assist, or 35,000 hours on battery alone.
MULTI-RETICLE SYSTEM
Adapt on the fly with 3 selectable reticle options and 12 brightness levels (10 for daylight, 2 for night-vision), designed for rapid target acquisition in any environment. Choose the ideal reticle to match your mission.
CRYSTAL-CLEAR OPTICS
An aspherical lens ensures a distortion-free sight picture and vibrant true-to-life colors, while the large viewing window offers an expansive field of view for faster tracking and engagement.
READY WHEN YOU ARE
With motion activation and a 10-minute auto shut-off, this optic springs to life when needed while preserving battery life. The side-loading battery compartment makes swaps easy without losing zero.
ENGINEERED FOR THE FIELD
Built to thrive under pressure, it is parallax free, waterproof, fogproof, and shockproof—resisting even the harshest recoil and environmental abuse.
TACTICAL USER FEATURES
Includes a Fast-Rack™ textured grip for positive slide racking, a button lockout to prevent accidental adjustments, and unlimited eye relief for rapid, flexible aiming on any platform.
OPTIMAL FOR MULTI-PLATFORM USE
With a DeltaPoint® Pro footprint and compact form factor, the Defender‑ST™ integrates seamlessly into duty or competition setups, offering a no-quit edge from dawn till dusk.
