Or Akiva / Tel Aviv. Israeli company Meprolight, an SK Group company and a global leader in electro-optics for military, law enforcement and commercial use, has been awarded a contract to supply the Armed Forces of a Southern European country with its advanced MVO™ 1-8×28 riflescopes.
The MVO™ riflescopes deliver exceptional precision, clarity and rugged reliability across a wide range of tactical and professional shooting scenarios. The MVO™ 1-8×28, a low-power variable optic (LPVO) for dynamic, short-to-mid-range engagement, is built to MIL-SPEC standards, features a rugged 34 mm main tube, and is fully waterproof and fog-proof. Premium German SCHOTT multi-coated glass provides over 92% light transmittance, ensuring exceptional image clarity and contrast in low-light, glare and mirage conditions.
At the same time, advanced lens design offers consistent eye relief, a forgiving eye box and a wide field of view for enhanced situational awareness. Features include red and green reticle illumination with eight brightness levels, NVG compatibility, a 12-hour auto-shutoff, a smooth magnification ring with an optional throw lever, and precise windage and elevation adjustments verified through live-fire testing.
The new contract from Southern European country highlights the growing international demand for Meprolight’s combat-proven optics and reinforces the company’s track record for delivering precision, reliability and durability in the most demanding operational environments.
The country’s armed forces will deploy the MVO™ 1-8×28 riflescopes to enhance accuracy, situational awareness and operational effectiveness across a range of mission scenarios. Their low-power variable design enables rapid transitions between close-quarters and mid-range engagements, supporting both fast target acquisition and precise marksmanship in complex environments.
Designed for reliability under extreme conditions, the scope’s rugged construction and high-clarity optics ensure dependable performance during training, tactical deployments and real-world combat operations. By integrating the riflescopes into their equipment, the armed forces will significantly enhance their ability to operate effectively in diverse and challenging conditions.
“Armed forces today require optics that maintain clarity, stability and reliability under extreme stress, and the MVO series continues to prove itself in those environments,” said Meprolight Senior Vice President Golan Kalimi. “We’re proud to support this Southern European partner, delivering a solution that ensures that soldiers can operate with confidence and precision, even in the most challenging conditions.”
Meprolight is a global leader in cutting-edge electro-optical and optical sights, thermal imaging and self-illuminated systems that enhance mission effectiveness in any environment.
With more than 39 million products sold worldwide, Meprolight’s products are combat-proven by military and security forces in more than 60 countries. The company offers a comprehensive portfolio that includes magnified optics, rifle optics, pistol optics, laser pointers, night vision, thermal imaging devices, and self-illuminated tritium-based sights – each tailored for both day and night operations.
-The writer is an Israel-based freelance journalist. The views expressed are of the writer and do not necessarily reflect the views of Raksha Anirveda
