Description

The Vortex Defender-XL 2 MOA Micro Red Dot DFXL-MRD2 is a 1x reflex sight with a daylight-bright 2 MOA red dot and a large aspherical window, built for competition, training, and serious defensive carbines and pistols. This micro red dot sight works well for buyers who want a crisp 2 MOA aiming point for precision on small targets while keeping a big window for fast transitions.

Key Features

• Model and part number: Vortex Defender-XL 2 MOA Micro Red Dot DFXL-MRD2
• Magnification: fixed 1x
• Reticle: 2 MOA red dot
• Dot color: bright red
• Objective lens: large hard-coated aspherical lens with an oversized viewing window
• Illumination type: LED
• Brightness settings: 12 total, with 10 daylight and 2 night vision compatible levels
• Adjustment graduation: 1 MOA per click
• Maximum elevation adjustment: 120 MOA
• Maximum windage adjustment: 115 MOA
• Parallax setting: parallax free
• Eye relief: unlimited
• Battery type: CR2032 lithium coin cell
• Battery runtime: up to 25,000 hours at a mid-level setting
• Battery location: top-mounted battery compartment
• Length: 2.03 inches
• Weight: 1.93 ounces
• Housing material: single-piece 7075-T6 aluminum chassis with ShockShield polymer insert
• Exterior finish: low-glare matte black hard anodized
• Mounting footprint: DeltaPoint Pro footprint, with Picatinny mount and Glock MOS plate commonly included
• Construction: waterproof, fog resistant, and shockproof

Special Features

• Oversized sight window and aspherical lens deliver a wide, distortion-free view that helps you track the 2 MOA dot through movement and rapid fire.
• Motion activation with a timed auto-shutoff powers the dot on when the optic moves and turns it off after inactivity to extend battery life.
• ShockShield polymer insert helps absorb impact and everyday abuse, protecting the optic during frequent training, matches, and transport.
• Fast-Rack textured face lets you rack a pistol slide off belts, holsters, or barricades for one-handed manipulations without worrying about damaging the housing.
• Button lockout prevents accidental brightness changes during movement or high-intensity stages, keeping your preferred setting consistent.
• Top-mounted CR2032 battery compartment allows battery replacement without removing the optic from the slide or rail, preserving your zero.
• DeltaPoint Pro footprint compatibility lets the Defender-XL DFXL-MRD2 mount to a wide range of optics-ready pistols and carbines, and the included mounts support easy rail installation.

Practical Benefits

• The Vortex Defender-XL 2 MOA Micro Red Dot DFXL-MRD2 gives you a fine 2 MOA dot and a big window that support both precise hits at longer distances and fast target transitions in competition or training.
• The large, clear sight picture and daylight-bright dot help you find the reticle quickly from the holster or ready position, even when your presentation is not perfect.
• Motion activation, auto-shutoff, and long battery life let you run this sight on match guns, training carbines, or defensive rifles with minimal power management.
• The rugged 7075 chassis, ShockShield insert, sealed construction, and proven footprint make this optic well suited for high round counts, travel, and regular hard use without constant re-zeroing.
• The Vortex Defender-XL 2 MOA Micro Red Dot DFXL-MRD2 is a solid fit for shooters who want a competition-capable red dot that blends precision, speed, and durability on pistols and long guns.