EOTech has added to its family of super short optics with the release of the Vudu 4-12x36mm First Focal Plane (FFP) rifle scope. The 4-12x36mm shares similarities to EOTech's popular 3-9x32mm launched in 2025, but its FFP design gears this optic to the more tactical or professional user.
The 4-12x36mm's overall length is only 7.1 inches, making this optic ideal on even the shortest rifle or AR-pistol. The scope body is constructed of aircraft-grade aluminum to be a compact and lightweight, but still incredibly durable package that is fog, water and shock resistant. It's 36mm objective lens is incredibly clear, allowing for excellent light transmission in dusk and dawn conditions.
A wide power band on the eyepiece makes transitioning from low to high magnification quick and easy, while a substantial boss feature on the power ring makes it even faster. An adjustable diopter allows for precise focus for each particular individual's vision.
The scope's turrets offer 0.1 MRAD adjustments and are both capped to protect from inclement weather or inadvertent adjustments. And, once the scope is zeroed, the turrets can quickly be reset to zero.
A rotary dial located on the left side of the optic provides an illuminated reticle with 10 brightness settings to help in dusk and dawn lighting conditions. A CR2032 is located next to the rotary dial providing roughly 300 hours of operation. The 4-12x46mm sports the same XC high density, low dispersion multi-coated glass as its predecessors for excellent light transmission and scene clarity.
But what makes the 4-12x36mm stand out from other magnified optics is its mounting interface. To minimize the overall length, EOTech reduced the tube area typically used for mounting rings. Instead, a machined interface located at the bottom of the scope will adapt to the included EOTech mount, or any aftermarket mini-ACOG mounts, and mount directly on a mil-standard rail. This provides a 1.53-inch height above bore, clearing most rear iron sights.
The FFP is preferred by many for its quick range estimation and trajectory compensation at any magnification. In this design, the reticle and its sub-tensions maintains their size relative to the target image. For those wanting a non-magnified solution, EOTech offers an optional ring mount that can be attached to the slim, front tube section to mount an EFLX or other compatible micro sights. It can be positioned at the 12 o'clock position or at 45-degree offsets to give you immediate transitions for close or moving targets.
In the hunting world, size and weight are major factors in equipment decisions. The super short 4-12x36mm checks those boxes. For more information, visit eotechinc.com.
Specifications:
- Magnification: 4-12x36mm
- Focal Plane: First
- Color: Black
- Tube Diameter: N/A
- Objective Lens: 36mm
- Illuminated: Yes
- Battery Type: CR2032
- Overall Length: 7.1" (180.3mm)
- Weight: 16.9 ozs. (479g)
- Eye Relief: 4x: 2.5 - 3.1" (65-80mm)
- 12x: 2.4 - 3.0" (61-77mm)
- Field-Of-View @ 100 Yards: 4x: 28.5 ft (8.6m)
12x: 9.5 ft (2.9m) - MSRP: $1,219 (scope); $1,589 (combo)
