Last updated on April 26th, 2026
The Horus HOVR 5-20×50 has arrived on our shores. Most long range shooters have had some time behind the famous Horus ‘TREMOR’ reticles which Horus have licensed out to major optics manufactures including Vortex, Nightforce and Leupold. Having used some of these reticles in scopes over the past few years it was about time that the Horus HOVR 5-20×5 long range optic became available here in Australia.
Quick Take
The Landed in Australia is worth judging by practical field use rather than product-page claims. The best gear solves a real problem in your shooting or hunting setup.
- Best use case: buy it for a specific role, not because it looks useful in theory.
- Check before buying: durability, comfort, size, warranty and whether it fits your current setup.
- Value tip: spend more only where it improves reliability, safety or repeatability.
The Horus HOVR 5-20×50 is a compact package coming in at 762g or 28.88oz making it a good weight for the precision rifle shooter or long range hunter. The optic is available in the the first focal plane and currently has three reticle choices, the TREMOR3, TREMOR5 and H59-MOA. It is the most economical scope on the market to feature the TREMOR reticle.
The scope features a capped windage knob, which isn’t a huge surprise as most users of the TREMOR reticle prefer to use holdovers for windage adjustments over dialing. Being a compact scope the maintube is 30mm.
Horus have also released a Hovr weather meter and rangefinder which they are also offering with the scope as a kit called the ‘Complete Shooter Package’. The range finder ranges to 2000 yards and has bluetooth connectivity to the HORUS Ballistics App. The weather meter measures wind speed, temperature, barometric pressure and humidity.
Overall this is a great package for starting your journey into precision shooting and I cant wait to get some time behind this scope.
Specifications
| Weight | 762 g/28.88 oz |
| Illumination | Non-illuminated |
| Elevation Knob | Exposed, Setable zero |
| Windage Knob | Capped |
| Focal Plane | First |
| Reticle | TREMOR3™, TREMOR5™, H59™-MOA |
| Magnification Range | 5-20x |
| Objective Lens Diameter | 50mm |
| Internal Adjustment Range | Elevation: 17.5 MRAD Windage: 14.5 MRAD |
| Click Value | 0.1 MRAD /0.25 MOA |
| Parallax Adjustment | 25 m – ∞ |
| Eye Relief | 64-78 mm/2.52-3.7 in |
| Exit Pupil Diameter | 5x: 9.9 mm 20x: 2.6 mm |
| Diopter Range | +/-2.5 |
| Field of View | 5x: 20 ft 20x: 5.3 ft 5x: 6.1 m 20x: 1.62 m |
| Country of Origin | Japan |
For more information on Horus, checkout their website here.
More New Optics for 2022
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- New Laser Rangefinders from Vortex
FAQ
Is the Horus HOVR 5-20×50 worth it?
The Horus HOVR 5-20×50 is worth considering if its magnification, reticle, glass quality and adjustment system match how you actually shoot. For rifle setup and shooting style, the biggest question is whether it gives you a clearer aiming solution than the optic you would otherwise buy.
Who is the Horus HOVR 5-20×50 best suited to?
It suits shooters who want an optic for rifle setup and shooting style and are willing to choose based on real features rather than brand name alone. Check the reticle, turret layout, weight and warranty before deciding.
What should I compare with the Horus HOVR 5-20×50?
Compare it against optics in the same role and price bracket. Look closely at glass clarity, turret tracking, reticle usability, low-light performance, weight and how easy it is to get support or accessories locally.
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