The Konus KonusPro 550 is a 3-9x40mm rifle scope built for hunters who need reliable long-range holdover solutions without excessive mental math in the field. The engraved ballistic 550 reticle gives you aiming points calibrated for popular centerfire loads out to 550 yards—a real advantage when you're glassing a distant ridge or setting up for a shot that demands accuracy. The matte black finish won't catch light, and the second focal plane design keeps the reticle at a fixed size regardless of magnification.

What sets this scope apart is the glass-engraved ballistic reticle, which is robust enough to handle the recoil of heavy caliber rifles without shifting or degrading. The lateral hash marks let you lead moving targets and dial in for crosswind drift, giving you a system of reference points rather than forcing you to guess at compensation. You get multi-coated optics throughout, so light transmission stays bright and clear across your entire zoom range. The scope is waterproof, fogproof, and filled with dry nitrogen to eliminate internal fogging in temperature swings.

Build quality is straightforward: one-piece tube construction, finger-adjustable windage and elevation turrets, and a scope that's equally at home on an airgun or a bolt-action big-game rifle. It arrives with lens caps and a cleaning cloth. This is the kind of scope that earns its place in a truck or gun safe through honest performance, not marketing.

Key Features

• Engraved ballistic 550 reticle with holdover and wind-drift aiming points out to 550 yards
• Second focal plane design keeps reticle size constant across the magnification range
• Glass-engraved reticle won't degrade or shift from heavy recoil
• Lateral hash marks for leading moving targets and compensating for crosswind
• Multi-coated optics for bright, clear glass
• Waterproof, fogproof, and dry nitrogen filled
• One-piece tube construction for durability and zero retention
• Finger-adjustable windage and elevation turrets
• Airgun and heavy caliber rifle approved

Specifications

Brand	Konus
Model	KonusPro 550 (7275)
Magnification	3-9x
Objective Lens Diameter	40mm
Reticle Type	Engraved ballistic 550
Reticle Plane	Second focal plane
Tube Construction	One-piece
Finish	Matte black
Waterproof/Fogproof	Yes / Dry nitrogen filled
Shockproof	Yes
Adjustments	Finger-adjustable windage and elevation
Included Accessories	Lens caps, cleaning cloth

Frequently Asked Questions

Will this scope work on an airgun or just centerfire rifles?

The KonusPro 550 is approved for both airguns and centerfire rifles, including heavy caliber applications. The one-piece tube and shockproof design handle recoil across a wide range of platforms.

What does the ballistic 550 reticle mean?

The engraved ballistic reticle includes a system of reference lines calibrated for popular centerfire loads and designed to give you accurate aiming points out to 550 yards. The lateral hash marks help you compensate for moving targets and strong crosswinds, so you have multiple reference points without having to calculate hold-over on the fly.

Is the reticle engraved on the glass permanent?

Yes. The reticle is glass-engraved, which makes it unbreakable and resistant to degradation from heavy recoil or rough handling. Unlike some reticles, it won't shift or fade over time.

What magnification range should I use for hunting?

The 3-9x magnification range is versatile enough for hunting at various distances. Lower magnification (3x) is good for closer shots or wider fields of view; higher magnification (9x) helps you resolve targets and aim points at distance. Adjust based on your hunting situation and distance to target.