Leupold scope mount height

[Mach3.270Win]

I need scope mounts for a Tikka T3X and I bought a new VX5HD. Does anyone know if there is a difference in mounted height between the 30mm dual dovetails with low rings and the backcountry medium one piece rings? I would like the lowest setup possible.

 

[WVRJ]

One thing that can make a difference is the base height.I doubt if the low dovetail rings will be high enough to keep the scope bell off the barrel.I just put a VX5HD 4X20 on a M700,and I used a Mark 4 20 MOA rail for a base with medium Mark 4 rings,and it was about right,maybe 1/4 inch off the barrel.If you use a Pic rail rather than a Weaver style base,most of the time the rail is about 1/4 inch thicker which will raise the scope a bit.For the dovetail style,I'd bet you'll need to go to medium rings at least.

 

[Old Dog]

What size objective? 42, 44, 52, 56?

This is a good question, though, because I'm looking at the same scope (2-10x42) for a Winchester Model 70 Featherweight; having not mounted a scope on a hunting rifle in 30 years, I'm sorting through all the options myself.

 

[JFrank]

Check Warne scope mounts for Tikka T-3 probably need medium ht though

 

[Bob V]

Again, it depends on the objective size, as well as the barrel contour. A slim tapered sporter barrel might just thin down enough to clear the objective with a lower ring. So no one manufacturer will give you a clear answer (although I find the Talley web site is the most helpful). Rule of thumb is 50mm bell needs a medium height ring. If possible, of course, order low and medium and see what you can get away with and return or stockpile the extra rings.

BTW love the VX5-HD I have a 3-15x44 with low rings but it's sitting up on a pic rail with a Rem 700 pattern (Bergara receiver). The dual-dovetails should give you a really nice clean look.

 

[JDeere]

Leupold web site has a ring app if that helps...I use leupold rings and mounts usually so it works...

 

[Ks5shooter]

Use the forementioned app or give Leupold a call they will recommend what you need. They have been very helpful in the past.

 

[Mach3.270Win]

I actually went a completely different route and bought the Burris T3 steel rings which mount directly onto the factory Tikka dovetail. They work great. I just wish they were about 1/8" lower. They MUST be lapped.

 

[Mach3.270Win]

More detailed pics of the Burris rings

 

[redneck2]

Be advised that supposedly the same ring heights vary significantly between manufacturers. That is, one company’s medium may be a high from another company. The only way you know is to either go to a shop that has them in stock and try them or call the manufacturer. They can usually do the calculations for you.