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The Vortex Defender-ST Micro Red Dot (DFST-MRD6-OP) is an all-purpose open-emitter micro dot suited to pistols, shotguns and offset carbine mounting. It uses the DeltaPoint Pro footprint and comes with a Glock MOS plate and a Picatinny mount. This is the tan OPMOD edition of the ST with a 6 MOA dot.
The ST sits in the middle of the Defender family, with a larger window than the CCW and a longer-running battery. It gives a 6 MOA red dot in the tan OPMOD edition. The top-load CR2032 battery runs up to 25,000 hours, and the optic weighs 42 g with a 9.7mm deck height. Backed by the Vortex VIP lifetime warranty.
At a Glance
| 6 MOARed dot | DeltaPoint ProFootprint | 25,000 hrsRun time |
| 42 gWeight | 46.5 mmLength | Tan OPMODFinish |
Key Features
- Large viewing window – A big sight window gives a wide field of view and quick target pickup.
- Aspherical lens – Gives a distortion-free sight picture with truer colours.
- ShockShield polymer insert – Protects the optic from hard everyday knocks.
- Fast-Rack textured face – Aggressive texturing lets you rack the slide off a belt or other surface.
- Motion activation – Wakes on movement and shuts off after 10 minutes of inactivity to save the battery.
- Button lockout – Stops brightness changing by accident in use or in transport.
- Top-load battery – Change the battery without removing the optic or re-zeroing.
- Night-vision compatible – The two lowest brightness settings work with night-vision devices.
Best For
- Pistol and shotgun use – The DeltaPoint Pro footprint suits pistol slides and shotgun mounts.
- Offset on a carbine – The included Picatinny mount lets you run it as a close-range backup dot.
- All-round range work – A balance of window size, weight and battery life for mixed use.
Specifications
| Reticle & Optics | |
|---|---|
| Brand | Vortex |
| Part number | DFST-MRD6-OP |
| Dot size | 6 MOA |
| Reticle | 6 MOA Dot |
| Dot colour | Bright Red |
| Magnification | 1x |
| Eye relief | Unlimited |
| Parallax | Parallax Free |
| Adjustment | |
| Adjustment graduation | 1 MOA |
| Travel per rotation | 40 MOA |
| Max. elevation adjustment | 115 MOA |
| Max. windage adjustment | 145 MOA |
| Power | |
| Battery | CR2032 |
| Battery life | 25,000 hours |
| Mounting | |
| Mounting footprint | DeltaPoint Pro |
| Deck height | 9.7mm |
| Physical | |
| Length | 46.5 mm |
| Weight | 42 g |
| Finish | Tan (OPMOD edition) |
| Weather rating | Waterproof, fogproof, shockproof |
In the Box
- Picatinny Mount
- Glock MOS Plate
- Custom Tool
- Most Common Mounting Screw Sets
- Lens Cloth
- Rubber Cover
- CR2032 Battery
Optional (sold separately): Vortex Pro 12 O'clock Red Dot Mount 30MM or 34MM to run this dot on top of a riflescope (DeltaPoint Pro footprint).
Watch It in Action
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Defender should I choose?
All Defenders share the same core features: motion activation, button lockout, ShockShield insert, Fast-Rack texturing and night-vision compatible settings. The differences are size, footprint and battery.
| Model | Footprint | Battery and run time | Weight | Dot options |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Defender-CCW | Shield RMSc | CR1632, up to 9,500 hrs | 27 g | Red 3 / 6 MOA, Green 3 MOA |
| Defender-ST | DeltaPoint Pro | CR2032, up to 25,000 hrs | 42 g | Red 3 / 6 MOA, Green 3 MOA |
| Defender-XL | DeltaPoint Pro | CR2032, up to 25,000 hrs | 55 g | Red 2 / 5 / 8 MOA, Green 3 MOA |
| Defender-CCW Enclosed Solar | Shield RMSc | CR2032, 35,000 hrs (150,000 with solar) | 37 g | Multi-reticle, Red or Green |
| Defender-ST Enclosed Solar | DeltaPoint Pro | CR2032, 35,000 hrs (150,000 with solar) | 46 g | Multi-reticle, Red or Green |
The Tan, Blackout and OPMOD editions use the same optics as the matching standard model.
Will it fit my firearm?
This model uses the DeltaPoint Pro footprint. Many slides come cut for it, others need an adaptor plate. The Picatinny mount and Glock MOS plate in the box cover rails and Glock MOS slides. Contact us with your make and model and we will confirm what you need.
How long does the battery last?
Up to 25,000 hours on a CR2032 battery (3 MOA dot on a mid setting, constant on). The battery loads from the top, so you do not need to remove the optic or re-zero to change it.
Red dot or green dot?
The Defender range is also available with a green dot. The optics are the same, so the choice is down to which colour you pick up faster in your light and against your usual backgrounds.
How tough is it?
Vortex builds the Defender housing from 7075 aluminium. It is waterproof, fogproof and shockproof, with an O-ring sealed body.
What warranty does it have?
Vortex covers it with the unlimited, unconditional VIP lifetime warranty. In Australia, warranty service goes through Vortex distributor Extravision Australia.
Australian stock with local Vortex VIP warranty service through Extravision Australia. Questions about fit or which Defender suits your firearm? Get in touch and we will help you choose.
