Bushnell Elite Tactikal User manual

PROUD USA COMPANY
Lit #: 98-2293/05-12
This manual should only be
used for Elite Tactical Riflescopes
with these reticle designs:
Bushnell Mil Dot Reticle
Bushnell G2DMR Reticle
Horus Vision H59 Reticle
Horus Vision TRMR2 Reticle

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Fast Focus Eyepiece
Power Change Ring
Side Focus Adjustment
Elevation Turret
Windage Turret
Sunshade

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ELEVATION AND WINDAGE TURRETS
The turrets of the Bushnell®Elite®Tactical Riflescope provide audible and visual references. Each turn of the turret provides an audible
“click” which coincides with a movement of the visible reference point on the turret knob. Additionally, clicks can be felt by your fingers
as the turret knob moves. Each “click” represents .1 mil.
The Bushnell Elite Tactical Riflescope features T-Lok™(locking) turrets. When a turret is lifted (elevated) into the upward position it can
be rotated in either direction to make appropriate adjustments. After adjustments are made, the turret can be pushed back into the
downward position to prevent movement, or left elevated and ready for further adjustments if preferred.
With the turrets pulled fully upward, rotate the elevation turret knob counterclockwise to move the reticle plane up, or clockwise to move
it down. Rotate the windage dial counterclockwise to move the reticle plane right, or clockwise to move it left.
After adjustments have been made, you can reset the turret to zero by following the steps below:
1. Ensure the turret is in the lock position.
2. Use a coin or flathead screwdriver to remove the turret screw found on top of the turret knob, being careful not to displace the
o-ring found under the turret knob.
3. Remove the turret knob and return it to the turret, with the “zero” mark on the knob lining up with the vertical index line on the
turret.
4. Return turret screw to top of knob and tighten down, making sure the turret knob is in the locked position so the turret knob
does not turn while tightening the screw.
Side Focus Adjustment
STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3 STEP 4

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FAST FOCUS EYEPIECE
The fast-focus eyepiece dial is found on the ocular end of the Bushnell Elite Tactical Riflescope. Use this adjustment to obtain a
reticle image that appears sharp to your eyes. If adjustment is needed, look at a distant object for several seconds without using your
scope. Then, shift your vision quickly, looking through the scope at a plain background. Turn the fast-focus eyepiece dial clockwise
or counterclockwise until the reticle pattern is sharp and clear. The eyepiece has a large adjustment range and should be used in
conjunction with the side focus (parallax) adjustment to obtain maximum resolution when viewing targets at long ranges.
POWER CHANGE RING
Changing the magnification of the Bushnell Elite Tactical Riflescope can be accomplished by grasping the
knurled knob marked with the scope’s magnification range (located on the far end of the ocular bell end).
Turn the power change ring clockwise for higher magnifications, counterclockwise for lower magnifications.
The magnification setting can be identified by noting the number that is in front of the stationary dot on the
scope tube.
SIDE FOCUS
The Side Focus adjustment corrects Parallax error. Parallax error is experienced when the intended target and the reticle are not on the
same focal plane. The side focus adjustment relocates an optical element within the scope, manipulating the incoming image to appear
on the same focal plane as the reticle within the riflescope, thus eliminating parallax error. Parallax error results in inconsistencies
regarding point of impact. This can be best experienced by looking at a 100 yard target with the side focus set to 500 yards. While
slightly moving your head left and right, or up and down, you will notice movement at the location where the crosshairs intersect.
However, if you change your side focus adjustment to 100 yards while looking at the 100 yard target, the intersection of the crosshairs
will not move. Please note the distance markings on the dial are intended as reference points only. Exact side focus adjustments may
needed after making adjustments to the eyepiece in order to achieve a high resolution, parallax free image.

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FIRST FOCAL PLANE RETICLE
The Bushnell Elite Tactical Riflescopes covered by this manual have their reticles located in the first focal plane. Therefore, the reticle will
increase in size when the magnification is increased. This feature allows the continued use of the mil measurement system contained
in the reticle, regardless of the power setting. Second focal plane reticles restrict the user to making measurements at a specific power,
as the reticle remains the same size and will not account for different magnification levels.
BORE SIGHTING AND ZEROING THE SCOPE
Bore sighting is a preliminary procedure to achieve proper alignment of the scope with the rifle bore. It is best done using a Bushnell
Bore Sighter. If a bore sight is not available, it can be done as follows: Remove the bolt and sight through the gun barrel at a 100 yard
target. Then sight through the scope and bring the crosshairs to the same point on the target using the turrets or windage adjustments.
Return the bolt and prepare to shoot down range at the 100 yard target.
Your next step will be to zero the scope using live rounds. Fire your first shot and note the location of impact. You can use the turrets to
change the point of impact accordingly. For example, if your first shot went 1 mil high and 1 mil left, adjust your elevation dial down 1
Mil and your windage dial 1 mil right. Always adjust in the opposite direction from your point of impact.
As you fire your second shot, you should see the point of impact hit closer to your intended target. Multiple rounds may need to be fired
before achieving consistent results. You may also use reticle within your scope to help decipher the correct adjustments. The following
page shows how this works, using the H59 reticle as an example.

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In the example to the left using the H59 reticle,the shooter was attempting to hit a
target in the center of the crosshairs.The actual point of impact hit 4 Mils down and
3 Mils left indicated by the red dot.Adjust the elevation dial 4 Mils up/windage dial
3Mils right.Another wayto look at this isto determine whatadjustment needstobe
donewiththeturretstomovethereddotsoitiscenteredinthemiddleofthecrosshairs.
(up 4 Mils/over to the right 3 Mils)
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BUSHNELL MIL DOT RETICLE
The Bushnell Mil Dot Reticle provides a total of ten Mils on both the vertical and horizontal
crosshairs. One Mil is measured from the middle of one dot to the middle of the next dot.
The last Mil on the outer edges portion of the horizontal and vertical crosshair is measured
from the center of the fourth Mil Dot from center to the edge of the thick line. You will notice
the intersection of the crosshairs does not contain a Mil dot. This is to allow maximum target
acquisition without interference from the reticle.
The space from center-dot to center- dot is one mil, which is an angular measurement that widens with distance. One mil at 100 yards
equals 3.6 inches, at 1000 yards, that same one mil will have widened by ten times to 36 inches. The distance is ten times further, so
the mil represents a space that’s ten times larger.
The Bushnell Elite Tactical scope features the Mil Dot reticle in the FIRST FOCAL PLANE. The
reticle is placed after the magnification portion of the scope tube and results in both the target
and reticle increasing or decreasing in size with different magnification levels. The first focal
plane reticle will maintain accuracy regarding Mil Dot measurements. This design syncs the
measurement of the Mil Dot in the scope with each power throughout its range thus; Mil Dot
measurements can be used within any power of the scope. Some scopes have the Mil Dot reticle
in the second focal plane. Second focal plane reticles do not change in size with a magnification
change and therefore the measurements do not coincide. Second focal plane Mil Dot reticles will
only provide a reference at a specific magnification.
1 Mil

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The Mil Dot Reticle Measurement System in the First
Focal Plane Applies at any Magnification Level.
2 Mils at 12x
(100 yards)
2 Mils at 3.5x
(100 yards)

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USING THE MIL DOT RETICLE FOR RANGING
The Equations:
Size of target in yards X 1000 = Range in Yards
Size of Target in Mils
Size of target in inches X 27.778 = Range in Yards
Size of target in Mils
Size of target in inches X 25.4 = Range in Meters
Size of target in Mils
Example 1: Looking through the riflescope, I located a preset target that has a known size of 12”x12” square. By using the Mil Dots I
measured the target to have a Mil reading of 1. What is my distance to the target?
Known size of target: 12”x 12”
Mil Reading: 1Mil
12 X 27.778
1 Mil
= 333.33 Yards

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Example 2: Take the same size target but now the Mil reading is .75 (from crosshair intersection to bottom of first Mil Dot).
Known size of target: 12”x 12”
Mil Reading: .75 Mil
12 X 27.778
.75 Mil
CONVERTING TRAJECTORY DATA TO MIL HOLDOVERS
To calculate holdovers you must first obtain your round’s trajectory data. Look at the ammunition manufacturer’s website, in a
manufacturer’s brochure, or use a ballistic software program. You will need the Bullet Path data for a 100-yard zero, in hundred-yard
increments.
The following ballistic information example refers to the Federal .308 168-gr. BTHP Match Round and a 100-yard zero. The left column
lists the cartridge’s trajectory in inches at 100-yard increments. The next column contains the mil-size in inches at these same
distances. Divide the trajectory by the mil size at each distance to find the holdover in Mils.
= 444.44 Yards

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= Holdover
Trajectory
Mil Size at given Distance
FEDERAL .308 168-GR BTHP HOLDOVERS FOR A MIL-DOT RETICLE
Distance Trajectory 1 Mil Size Actual Holdover
100 Yards 0 0 Mils 0 Mils
200 Yards 4.5” 7.2 Mils .62 Mils
300 Yards 15.9” 10.8 Mils 1.47 Mils
400 Yards 35.5” 14.4 Mils 2.46 Mils
500 Yards 64.6” 18.0 Mils 3.58 Mils

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USING THE MIL DOT RETICLE FOR HOLDOVER
Once you know how to range your target with the Mil Dot reticle, and using the previous
example, you can use the reticle instead of the turrets to make adjustments with holdover. For
example, your range tells you that the 12” target is 300 yards away, (12”*27.778) / (1.1Mil).
Based on the Federal .308 Win ballistic info in the previous example, you will need to hold 1.47
Mils down on the vertical crosshair and fire.
YARDS MIL VALUE
IN INCHES
100 3.6
200 7.2
300 10.8
400 14.4
500 18.0
600 21.6
700 25.2
800 28.8
900 32.4
1000 36.0

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BUSHNELL G2DMR™RETICLE
The G2DMR reticle, developed in conjunction with G.A. Precision,provides a clean reticle space while giving you the ability to range
targets with extreme accuracy using .1 Mil reference points. The extended horizontal mil markings on the lower portion of the vertical
crosshair can be used for both ranging and windage holds. The entire reticle is shown below, but the following pages will provide a
detailed look at the markings on the horizontal and vertical crosshairs.

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THE HORIZONTAL CROSSHAIR
On the horizontal crosshair, numerically designated Mil markings extend from the center of the crosshairs outward to the right in 2 Mil
increments. To keep the reticle plane clean, the numbers were removed on the left side of the reticle but the reference points coincide
with the markings from the right side of the crosshair. Moving from the center point to the right in the picture below measurements are
as follows: .5 Mil, 1 Mil, 1.5 Mil, 2 Mil…etc.
1 Mil from center
.5 Mil from center
.5 Mil from center
1 Mil from center

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Extending past the 8 Mil mark, the numerals stop. 1 Mil increments are then designated by the longer hash marks which measure 1.5
Mil in height from top to bottom. Ten .1 Mil markings are visible between each 1 Mil marking, continuing out to 13 Mils from center. The
height from top to bottom of the .1 Mil markings is 1 Mil. The .1 Mil markings provide you with a very precise horizontal measurement
of your target.
1 Mil consisting of
ten .1 mil marks
1 Mil Mark
1 Mil Height 1 Mil Mark
1.5 Mil Height
9 Mil Mark

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THE VERTICAL CROSSHAIR
Similar to the horizontal crosshair, the vertical crosshair places the numerically designated Mil
markings on only one side. Once again, the numerically designated markings are found in 2
Mil increments with hash marks every .5 Mil. Note the vertical cross hair extends to provide
numerically designated markings up to 10 Mils from center. From the 11th Mil measurement
downward the reticle returns to the .1 Mil markings, before the next 1 Mil marking is seen
measuring 1.5 Mils across.
The lower portion of the vertical crosshair is different than all other portions of the reticle.
Starting with the 2 and 3 Mil mark, the horizontal hash mark seen in the picture below measures
1 Mil across. See list below for horizontal hash mark measurements extending down to 10 Mils.
Mil Values of horizontal hash marks
left to right across Vertical Crosshair
A. 1 Mil
B. 2 Mil
C. 3 Mil
D. 4 Mil
E. 5 Mil
At the 11th Mil mark the reticle returns to .1 Mil vertical markings.
A. 1 Mil
C. 3 Mil
E. 5 Mil
B. 2 Mil
D. 4 Mil

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HORUS VISION H59 RETICLE
The H59 reticle is a “field-tuned” version of the H58 reticle from Horus Vision. The horizontal grid is widened by one mil for increased
wind holdover. Additionally, the center cross has been turned into a “broken cross” so groupings are less obscured and more easily
seen. The H59 reticle is free of the clutter of more complex reticles, while still providing more windage and elevation hold capability
than any optic in its class.
The clean design includes wind hold dots that extend beyond the grid. In addition to HorusVision’s standard gridded, mil-based reticle,
the HDMR’s H59 reticle incorporates the Accuracy 1st Speed Shooting Formula to provide rapid moving target holds, as well as a system
for engaging distant targets quickly without knowing specific ranges.
CALCULATING HOLDS FOR ELEVATION
The H59’s moving target lead lines incorporate the Accuracy 1st Speed Shooting Formula to help you rapidly determine an elevation hold
your target without using the traditional mil relation formula for range-finding. The steps for determining an expedient hold are as
follows:
1. Locate a 12” portion of a target.
2. Find the line above the horizontal stadia that best brackets the 12” target between the moving target lead line and the
horizontal stadia.
3. Note the number corresponding to the lead line in step 2; divide that line value in half. For example, if the 12” target fits between
the 4 mph lead line and the horizontal stadia line, divide that in half to get a value of 2.
4. Place the 2 mil elevation hold (usually expressed as “2 mils high” or “+2 mils”) on target and fire.

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This process works well for many cartridges and weapon systems,but not all will impact exactly the same. However this system should
place you close enough to make a solid hit, all else being equal. If shooting with a different caliber or muzzle velocity, you may need to
add to or subtract from the original elevation hold to adapt the formula for your needs.
CALCULATING HOLDS FOR MOVING TARGETS
The H59 reticle has a series of even numbers above the main horizontal stadia.
These numbers represent speeds for moving targets at 2, 4, 6, 8 and 10
mph, with additional holds starting at 20 mils and continuing every 10 mph
thereafter to the left and right. These speeds are optimized for .308 caliber, but
may be used with many other calibers.
To hold on a target moving at one of these speeds, simply hold the portion of
the horizontal stadia that intersects with the short line nearest the number
representing the target speed over the moving target, accounting for possible
adjustments for distances different from optimal. If using the Horus grid (below
center) for elevation, use a hold point in line with the appropriate speed. To hold
on a target traveling at a speed between markings (such as 5 mph) you hold
between the even numbers on either side of it (4 and 6 mph).
For more detailed information regarding this reticle and its use, please visit
www.horusvision.com or call 650-588-8862
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HORUS VISION TRMR2 RETICLE
The TRMR2 is a refined-mil reticle. Precision mil-marking clusters interspersed throughout the reticle enable fast accurate measurements
at .1, .2, .5 and 1 mil increments. With the 12” ranging brackets located on the lower portion of the vertical stadia, there is no need to
make an additional adjustment once the correct bracket is found. The TRMR2 is a fast acting, precise reticle designed to engage targets
quickly and accurately.
CALCULATING HOLDS FOR ELEVATION
The TRMR2 12” bracket system (Drop Finder) on the lower vertical stadia, incorporates the Accuracy First Speed Shooting Formula
to help you rapidly determine an elevation hold for your target without using the traditional Mil relation formula for range finding. The
steps for determining an expedient hold are as follows:
1. Locate a 12” portion of a target.
2. Find the bracket on the lower vertical stadia that best fits the target. You will notice 5 brackets are available with a ranging capability
of over 600 yards when using Ballistic Coefficients of .4 (see diagram to the right).
3. Send your shot.

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This process works well for many cartridges and weapon systems, but not all will impact exactly the same. However, this system should
place you close enough to make a solid hit, all else being equal. If shooting with a different caliber or muzzle velocity (BC’s), you may
need to add to or subtract from the original elevation hold to adapt the formula for your needs.
1st Drop Down Bracket (.9 Mil)
2nd Drop Down Bracket (.8 Mil)
3rd Drop Down Bracket (.7 Mil)
4th Drop Down Bracket (.6 Mil)
5th Drop Down Bracket (.5 Mil)