Full Guides of VictOptics New Series Scopes: Best Budget SOI Lines for Airguns & Airsofts

As 2025 approaches, we’re excited to share thrilling news: VictOptics has launched the complete SOI series of scopes, designed specifically for airguns and airsofts.

Unlike our popular S6 series LPVO, the SOI series (our MPVO range) is even more budget-friendly while maintaining the S6’s exceptional quality and premium lenses. Let’s dive into the practical applications and explore the possibilities of the SOI series today!

The blog is divided into five key sections, making it easy to explore the topics that matter most to you:

1. Suitable Scenarios of SOI Series Airgun Scopes
2. Compatible Airgun Types for SOI Scopes
3. Why 1 inch Tube? Understanding the Compact Design from Scratch
4. Innovative Reticle Pattern for Enhanced Targeting
5. SOI Series Airgun Scopes Overview: from VIOC-01 to VIOC-06

Suitable Scenarios of SOI Series Airgun Scopes

The SOI VIOC scopes are able to be used in both hunting and recreational target shooting scenarios. First, let’s start by exploring the hunting scenario usages and how to select the right magnifications for your needs.

SOI Airgun Scopes for Hunting Applications

For airgun hunting, we are actually discussing small game hunting, varmint hunting, and pest control. Because shooting can change quickly, it’s best to have a scope with a good eyebox. This helps you see the full field of view fast.

Additionally, another factor to consider is weight. Many shooters like to use compact air guns for hunting small game. A compact scope is the best partner to mount on the air gun. With a wide field of view and a large eyebox, the SOI series air gun scopes allow you to quickly acquire your target.

When it comes to target shooting, your choice of magnification should depend on the shooting distance.

• For shooting distances up to 35 yards, a 4-12x scope is a solid option for your airgun.
• For 5-50m target shooting, the VIOC-01 1.5-5×20 and VIOC-02 2-7×32 is ideal.
• For distances between 20-200m, the VIOC-03 3-9×40 provides optimal magnification and clarity.
• For versatile close and mid-range shooting, we have VIOC-05 3-9×40 and VIOC-06 4-12×40 with AO adjustment.

Compatible Airgun Types for SOI Scopes

All SOI scopes are airgun-rated, making them suitable for spring piston and break barrel airguns.

For example, both the HW99S (99 S), an entry-level springer, and the Gamo Whisper Wildcat .22, a break barrel action rifle, are perfect for small game hunting, pest control, or informal plinking. To engage small game at 20-25 meters with the 99 S, we recommend using a 3-9x AO scope for optimal performance.

While for heavy-recoil spring piston air guns, consider the shockproof ability first. To mount on a spring piston air gun, a scope should remain stable and reliable. Otherwise, the internal parts may loosen after just a few shots.

The SOI scopes feature a robust aluminum alloy monotube design, ensuring they remain secure and won’t break apart, even under heavy recoil.

Why 1 inch Tube Scope? Understanding the Compact Design

Except for the VIOC-06 SOI 4-12×40 AO, all scopes in the SOI series feature a 25.4mm diameter tube. The small tube diameter realizes compact and lightweight design. The 6 models of air gun scope weight range from 200 to 600 grams, offering the lightest possible options for your airgun configuration.

Let’s compare the weight & size between New SOI & Previous S6/S4 Series

VIOC-01 (1.5-5x) VS S6 LPVO (1-6x)

From the chart, we can know that the VIOC-01 is a more lightweight option compared to the OPSL22, with both featuring a 1/5 MIL click adjustment value.

SOI VIOC-05 (3-9x) VS S4 OPSL16 (4-16x)

The VIOC-05 features a 24.5mm diameter tube, while the OPSL16 has a 30mm tube. However, both scopes offer 1/10 MIL click adjustments, a similar weight, and a comparable field of view (FOV).

A popular choice for those who regard weight as a priority reduces the overall weight of the air gun setup. Moreover, a 1 inch tube scope is cheaper than 30- and 34mm tube because of the low manufacturing cost. That’s why it makes it the most budget-friendly entry-level scope to choose.

Normally, 1 inch tube scopes offer a smaller windage and elevation adjustment range than 30mm tube diameter. Therefore, people often use them in low-magnification scopes for close- to medium-range shooting.

SOI Series Airgun Scopes Introduction: from VIOC-01 to VIOC-06

Here’re parameter chart of SOI scopes.

As shown in the chart, the VIOC-01 and VIOC-02 scopes have a fixed parallax setting at 50 yards, while the VIOC-03 and VIOC-04 are set at 100 yards. The VIOC-05 and VIOC-06 feature an AO (Adjustable Objective) parallax, allowing you to adjust the parallax for close-range distances. Besides, this AO feature ensures a crisp focus at shorter ranges, such as 5m or 10m, making these scopes more versatile and suitable for a variety of shooting scenarios.

Best Budget Scopes for Airsofts & Airguns Choice for Entry-Level Shooters

The SOI series airgun scopes, priced between $80 and $109, offer exceptional value for novice shooters and budget-conscious users. They are built with 6061-T6 aluminum alloy and a fully multi-coated lens. Its strong strength and clear sight pictures bring you a good using experience.

You can use these scopes for popular shooting activities like plinking, target shooting, and small game hunting, giving novice users plenty of ways to enjoy their setup.