Maximum Window. Maximum Speed. Competition Ready.

Built for competitors who demand speed, durability, and an uncompromising field of view, the Vortex Defender-XL™ Green Dot delivers elite-level performance in a rugged, slide-mounted optic. Featuring a massive viewing window, bright 3 MOA green dot, and the popular DeltaPoint® Pro footprint, the Defender-XL is engineered to help shooters transition faster between targets and maintain visual awareness throughout every stage.

The oversized sight window provides exceptional peripheral vision and rapid target acquisition, allowing shooters to quickly pick up the dot and engage multiple targets with confidence. The daylight-bright 3 MOA green dot offers excellent visibility across varying lighting conditions, while twelve brightness settings—including ten daylight settings and two night-vision compatible settings—allow precise illumination control for any environment.

Designed to withstand hard use, the Defender-XL incorporates Vortex's ShockShield™ polymer insert to absorb impacts and protect critical components. The Fast-Rack™ textured front face allows users to rack a pistol slide off hard surfaces when needed, adding another level of practical functionality for competitive, defensive, and professional applications.

Motion Activation technology automatically powers the optic on when movement is detected, while a 10-minute auto-shutoff feature helps maximize battery life. The convenient top-loading CR2032 battery compartment allows battery replacement without removing the optic or losing zero.

Constructed from a durable single-piece chassis and finished with a low-glare matte black anodized coating, the Defender-XL is waterproof, fogproof, and shockproof for dependable performance in harsh conditions. Compatible with DeltaPoint® Pro mounting footprints and including a Picatinny mount and Glock MOS plate, the Defender-XL offers exceptional versatility for pistols, PCCs, and competition platforms.

Whether you're chasing faster stage times, improving defensive shooting performance, or upgrading your carry optics setup, the Vortex Defender-XL Green Dot delivers the durability, speed, and clarity needed to stay ahead of the competition.

Key Features

• Massive viewing window for faster target acquisition
• Bright 3 MOA green dot reticle
• DeltaPoint® Pro footprint compatibility
• Motion activation technology with auto-shutoff
• Top-loading CR2032 battery compartment
• ShockShield™ polymer insert for enhanced durability
• Fast-Rack™ textured front face
• Waterproof, fogproof, and shockproof construction
• 12 brightness settings (10 daylight, 2 night vision)
• Unlimited eye relief and parallax-free performance
• Includes Picatinny mount and Glock MOS plate
• Ideal for competition, defensive, and recreational shooting

Included in the Box

• Defender-XL™ Micro Green Dot

• Picatinny Mount

• Glock MOS Plate

• Custom Tool

• Common Mounting Screw Sets

• Lens Cloth

• CR2032 Battery

• Rubber Protective Cover