Engineered for demanding tactical environments, the Vortex Defender-ST Enclosed Solar Micro Green Dot delivers reliable performance across pistols, shotguns, and carbines. Its fully enclosed design shields the emitter from debris, moisture, and impact while providing versatile multi-reticle options and dual solar-battery power for extended operation in any condition.
Key Features
- Fully Enclosed 7075 Aluminum Housing – Protects the green LED emitter from dust, rain, snow, and recoil impacts for consistent reliability during high-stakes use.
- Multi-Reticle Green System – Choose from a precise 3 MOA dot for accuracy, a 32 MOA circle for rapid acquisition, or both combined to adapt instantly to targets and lighting.
- Solar Auto D-TEC Technology – Automatically draws power from the integrated solar panel or CR2032 battery based on ambient light, maximizing runtime without manual intervention.
- Motion Activation with Auto-Shutoff – Activates on movement and powers down after 10 minutes of inactivity to conserve battery while ensuring readiness.
- Large Viewing Window with Aspherical Lens – Provides a wide, distortion-free field of view for fast target acquisition and improved situational awareness.
Technical Specifications
- Reticle: 3 MOA dot / 32 MOA circle (green)
- Battery: CR2032 (side-load access)
- Battery Runtime: Approximately 35,000 hours at setting 6 without solar; up to 150,000 hours with solar assistance
- Illumination: 12 settings (10 daylight, 2 night vision compatible)
- Footprint: Leupold DeltaPoint Pro
- Dimensions: 1.82″ length x 1.3″ width x 1.2″ height
- Weight: 1.62 oz
- Eye Relief: Unlimited
- Magnification: 1x
- Parallax: Free
- Adjustments: 1 MOA clicks
Why Choose the Vortex Defender-ST
This optic addresses common shooter challenges like emitter damage, frequent battery changes, and limited visibility in varying conditions. The enclosed construction and ShockShield polymer insert enhance durability, while Fast-Rack texturing on the front face aids in slide racking off surfaces. Night vision compatibility and green reticle options improve performance for users with specific visual needs or low-light scenarios. Built with Vortex’s commitment to quality, it offers parallax-free aiming and robust construction suitable for everyday carry or duty applications.
Upgrade your aiming solution with an optic designed to perform when it matters most. Explore the Vortex Defender-ST Enclosed Solar Micro Green Dot for dependable, adaptable performance on your platform.














