how would this scope perform on a Sig Sauer 716 patrol 7.62x51 rifle?
1640152
this is a big scope and solidly built. needs a good set of rings and bases. for a patrol rifle this would be great, but it's heavy. for the 7.62x51 platform you'll have plenty of magnification and the scope is clear and rugged once sighted in. hope this helps tkt
1640153
Just fine if you have a flattop receiver. The .308 round is a decent cartridge out to 600-700 yards, so 16x will get you there will no problem. If your worried about the .308 damaging the scope, don't. I have the same optics on a Savage 10 FCP in 300 Win Mag w/ zero issues after 500+ rounds down range.
1640154
I do not know of one on this particular rifle, but I have a close friend with one on a 6.5 creedmore, and he loves it. I think the scope is rugged enough, capable enough, repeatable enough, and it has a great warranty. It is not a super light scope, but the Sig is not a lightweight weapon either.
949740
I have never personally used this scope with that caliber but it held up nicely with 7mm-08. In my opinion a very good scope for the price.
1601163
I would recommend this scope. I use it on a .308 and it holds under a 1 inch group at 100. I've also shot out past 400 and had equally accurate results. The reticle is very crisp and the magnification covers a good range.
712877
For sure it will and does a fine job also. Nice scope. Designed for a .30 x .30 though.
1572478
Yes, the optics on the scope are excellent. I think the main thing youwould be concerned with is having the right mounting for the scope.
423088
Hello Carol, My limited experience with the scope so far has been great, but I'm using it on an AR hunting rifle. It works really well as advertised. I would consider it fine for use on either the M1A or 700 tactical applications with no expected issues. My only recommendation would be to to order replacement BDC elevation dials for your specific or favorite 308 Win/7.62 NATO loads. The AR scope typically comes with the .223/5.56 dial calibration. You can order replacement dials from Leupold's Custom Shop, I got one for my 6.8 SPC hunting load. Hope this helps!
378517
I purchased this scope to go on my M4. I have been shooting .223 with a 16" barrel. The scope works great the only issue I have with the mount is the screws come loose. However a little lock tight and I was back in business. I think it would work fine but I have not used this scope shooting a .308 or 30.06. Good Luck...
523122
Hello Dave, I am familiar with Sig Saur some I some of their weapons. I do not have nor have handled the SIG 516. As long as your SIG 516 fip-up front sight is like the AR15/M16 front sight (4 pin) elevation adjustment this should work work just fine. It has a nice long reach. Which is what I needed for my RUGER SR 762 a long reach due to the front sight Hood. The OEM sights are a SAMSON branded flip-ups, the front fip is a HK style open hood kinda like the letter C laid on its back and the elevation post in the center adjusts just like an original M16 sight like an M16 A2 or M4 Carbine front sight.. Again it should be no problem. Hope that helps..
624785
Great scope. If it is a weaver style base on the rifle or picatine rail it will work.
1270294
Have only shot out to 100 yards so far it's on a jp LRP-07 in 308 about an inch inch and a quarter with it rifle shoot less than 1/2 in with long range scope. I am using it for pigs not tiny groups so it depends on what you mean by accurate I am really happy with the setup. But it's not for a fine tune at long range
1814926
It is a great scope but I don't know us it would hold up to the 30-06 recoil. Sorry I could not help you.
1929640
I have the scope on a 22, I would worry about how well it would handle the recoil. But for the money it's worth a shot
1728210
I had it on a 7.62x39 so from my experience yes. I sold the gun it was on so don't know how long it's gonna hold up. I found it to be decent as a cheap optic when your in the bush. And it looks really nice.
297457
I don't personally own an AR rig but , Yes, I would think ........just google "sig 716" and see images....I saw several pics with this scope mounted in it. Mine is mounted on a Marlin 3030. I love it........
2167696
It works good on my 5.56 AR, but think you may want something with a dual ring mount for heavier calipers. It's a good scope that has a quality build, you may want to check Krueger's web site to see what else they offer, they do have other types of scopes available so you may find something of interest and then you can see if you can find it on Amazon.
1916545
I bought one for my Sig AR-15 and it does its job just beautifully, quick and easy close range target acquisition .If you are hunting deer than a optic sight with good magnification is what you want.
1364593
Won't be an issue - the scope is solid. Just use a quality mounting system. Have fun sniping