Steiner Ranger 4S 4-16×44 | The lightest high-performance riflescope for precise hunting and tactical applications

Discover the Steiner Ranger 4S 4-16×44: The lightest riflescope in its class

Smaller, lighter, better - The shortest and lightest hunting riflescope with premium optics for use on high seats or when stalking in the mountains that the world has ever seen!

The Steiner Ranger 4S 4-16×44 is a masterpiece of optical technology, developed for hunters and shooters who Maximum precision, mobility and reliability demand.

With a weight of only 518 grams and a length of 278 mm it is the most compact and lightweight riflescope with a magnification of 4x to 16x on the market. Whether you are hunting in the mountains or using thermal imaging devices, this riflescope offers an unbeatable combination of performance and manageability.

Key features of the Steiner Ranger 4S 4-16×44

• Lightweight design: At only 518 g, it is ideal for long hunting days and demanding mountain tours.
• High-performance optics: 90%+ light transmission for brilliant, high-contrast images, even in difficult lighting conditions.
• Versatile magnification: From 4x to 16x, perfect for short and long distances.
• Advanced reticle: The 4-AI fibre dot reticle in the second focal plane with 11 brightness levels (6 for night, 5 for day) enables fast target detection.
• Thermal imaging compatibility: The compact design is ideal for thermal clip-ons without compromising the balance of the weapon.
• Robust and durable: Pressure-tight, nitrogen-filled and equipped with a 10-year guarantee, suitable for the toughest conditions.

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Steiner target optics facts

Ultra-compact: only 27.8 cm long.

Lightweight: 518 g for maximum wearing comfort.

Suitable for attachments: thermal imaging and night vision attachments.

High-contrast optics: Over 90 % light transmission

XL field of vision: maximum overview

Parallax compensation: Large adjustment range.

Robust mechanics: Precise, repeatable towers

Water pressure-tight: Sealed + filled with plastic

General operating instructions

Why choose the Steiner Ranger 4S 4-16×44?

The Steiner Ranger 4S stands out due to its Unique combination of lightness and performance from other riflescopes. While many lightweight models compromise on functionality, the Ranger 4S offers full performance without limitations.

Perfect for mountain hunting

Thanks to its low weight and compact size it is the ideal companion for hunters traversing rough terrain. It reduces fatigue and improves handling so you can stay in the field longer.

Compatible with the latest technology

The Ranger 4S is designed for modern hunting and adapts to the seamlessly to thermal imaging devices on. Your equipment remains compact and handy, even with additional devices.

Unrivalled optical quality

With the renowned optical technology from Steiner, the Ranger 4S provides high-contrast images with excellent detail recognition, which gives you a decisive advantage in any hunting situation.

Advantages for hunters

The optics offer a light transmission of over 90%, which provides clear and high-contrast images. even at dusk or at night. An illuminated reticle with 11 brightness levels supports target acquisition in all lighting conditions.

The riflescope is specially designed for use with thermal imaging and night vision devices, which makes hunting at night or in poor visibility easier. Its compact design ensures that the Weapon remains handy even with attachments.

The riflescope weighs just 518 grams and measures only 27.8 cm in length, making it the lightest and shortest in its class. These features are particularly advantageous for hunters who have to cover long distances, such as mountain hunting.

The reduced load minimises fatigue and improves handling, especially on demanding terrain. According to the manufacturer (Steiner Ranger 4S 4-16×44 product page), it is over 25% shorter than comparable models with 4x magnification, making it ideal for hunters who value mobility.

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Understanding Steiner - a little company history

Since its foundation in 1947, Steiner-Optik has developed into a global provider of premium optics, characterised by innovation, quality and a strong commitment to German craftsmanship.

Steiner-Optik is known for its pioneering innovations in optical technology. In 1973, the company was the the first to use nitrogen-filled binoculars which improved the durability and waterproofness of the products.

The Takeover by the Beretta Group in 2008 and continuous investment in research and development secure its leading market position while supplying over 80 countries with high-quality products for hunting, military and outdoor applications.

With 150 employees in Bayreuth, Steiner-Optik has a modern production facility that is considered one of the most advanced in the world for binoculars and optical sights. Multi-million investments in personnel and technical requirements emphasise the company's commitment to research and development.

Improved balance of the weapon

The very short design enables better balance of the weapon and ensures that the weight distribution is positioned closer to the shooter.

High-contrast optics

High 90%+ transmission values for bright, brilliant and high-contrast images with high edge sharpness and detail recognition.

Extreme robustness

High shot resistance thanks to robust materials and precise, reliable construction.

To read - Considerations for the purchase of a riflescope

Choosing the right riflescope?

Today, quality riflescopes are precision optics of the latest design

They comprehensively fulfil the Needs of hunters and marksmenThe highest demands are placed on the performance of the aiming optics. more constant and variable magnification.

Target optics with variable magnification allow different settings for extended use, and their variable magnification range offers a wide range of applications for competitions and all types of hunting with different lighting conditions.

Optical coating for target optics - a science in itself

According to many customers, the main criteria when selecting an optical sight are Image quality, edge sharpness, light intensity, Solid workmanship, high optical performance and absolute functional reliability in the most adverse weather conditions are important when hunting.

A light point is considered standard today - but even here there are enormous differences.

Central topic: Light transmission in riflescopes - really important!

The Light transmission is at the highest possible level of technology for all good brand riflescopes.Modern optical sights for night hunting range from 92-93% light transmission at 450nm to 95.2% between 500 and 600nm.

The firing strength of a target optic

Whether a target optic is sufficiently bulletproof is one of the most important criteria when selecting an optic. Telescopic sight - Especially for strong calibres, considerable forces act on the riflescope when firing.

Riflescopes are described as bulletproofIf they can withstand these forces without any changes to the housing, the mechanics or the reticle, the high standard of good quality optics means that the Shot resistance of target optics guaranteed.just as Just as important as the bullet resistance of riflescopes is the bullet resistance of mounts.