Elevation holdovers – Vortex Optics VIPER HS LR 6-24X50 RIFLESCOPE — First Focal Plane User Manual
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Elevation Holdovers
Once the distance has been calculated using the XLR reticle or a laser 
rangefinder, the XLR can be used for rapid holdover correction for 
bullet drop of the cartridge being used. To get the most benefit out 
of the XLR equipped riflescope, Vortex Optics highly recommends 
shooters learn their bullet drop numbers in MOAs rather than inches. 
Because the XLR reticle is scaled with 2 MOA drop increments, it 
is an easy job to quickly select the correct drop reference line once 
the shooter knows the bullet drops in MOAs. If the shooter prefers 
to dial come ups for bullet drop using the elevation knob, knowing 
bullet drops in MOAs rather than inches will allow for much faster 
adjustments as the MOAs can be quickly read on the elevation knob.
17.5 MOA reticle holdover for 625 yard shot. No wind.
Example