HM3X vs HM6X
Two Magnifier & Prismenvisiere models compared head to head: 7 differences and 5 similarities per manufacturer’s data – with the strengths of both, the full data table and answers to the most common questions.
Holosun HM3X Magnifier Flip to side
Magnifier & Prismenvisiere
- Window
- 7°
- Weight
- 9.8 oz (≈ 278 g)
- Water resistance
- IPX67
€ 289,00€ 249,00
Holosun HM6X Magnifier Flip to Side
Magnifier & Prismenvisiere
- Window
- 3.7°
- Weight
- 11.6 oz (≈ 329 g)
- Water resistance
- IP67
€ 429,00
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At a glance
12 features with data for both models: 7 differences, 5 similarities – all values are manufacturer’s specifications.
In favour of HM3X
- HM3X is lighter: 278 g instead of 329 g (51 g less).
In favour of HM6X
- HM6X has the higher water protection rating (IP67 vs IPX67).
Other differences (no rating)
- Window: HM3X 7° · HM6X 3.7°
- Magnification: HM3X 3x · HM6X 6x
- Housing material: HM3X Aluminium · HM6X 7075-T6-Aluminium
- Dimensions: HM3X 4" × 1.7" × 2.5" (≈ 101,6 mm × 43,2 mm × 63,5 mm) · HM6X 4.33" × 1.8" × 2.5" (≈ 110,0 mm × 45,7 mm × 63,5 mm)
- In the box: HM3X HM3X, Lower-1/3-Spacer, Linsenreinigungstuch, Multitool, Bedienungsanleitung, Garantiekarte · HM6X HM6X, Lower-1/3-Spacer, Linsenreinigungstuch, Multitool, Bedienungsanleitung, Garantiekarte
For HM3X no manufacturer data is available for one feature (Mount height). For HM6X no manufacturer data is available for 2 features (Adjustment per click, Adjustment range).
Specifications compared
Optics & reticle
| Feature | HM3X | HM6X |
|---|---|---|
| Window | 7° | 3.7° |
| Magnification | 3x | 6x |
Controls & electronics
| Feature | HM3X | HM6X |
|---|---|---|
| Adjustment per click | 0.5 MOA | no manufacturer data |
| Adjustment range | ±50 MOA | no manufacturer data |
Mounting & compatibility
| Feature | HM3X | HM6X |
|---|---|---|
| Footprint / mount | Picatinny-Schiene | Picatinny-Schiene |
| Mount height | no manufacturer data | 1.41 / 1.63 |
Housing, protection & dimensions
| Feature | HM3X | HM6X |
|---|---|---|
| Housing material | Aluminium | 7075-T6-Aluminium |
| Housing colour / finish | Schwarz | Schwarz |
| Weight | 9.8 oz (≈ 278 g)Advantage | 11.6 oz (≈ 329 g) |
| Dimensions | 4" × 1.7" × 2.5" (≈ 101,6 mm × 43,2 mm × 63,5 mm) | 4.33" × 1.8" × 2.5" (≈ 110,0 mm × 45,7 mm × 63,5 mm) |
| Water resistance | IPX67 | IP67Advantage |
| Shock resistance | 1000 G | 1000 G |
| Operating temperature | −30 °C bis 60 °C | −30 °C bis 60 °C |
| Storage temperature | −40 °C bis 70 °C | −40 °C bis 70 °C |
Other
| Feature | HM3X | HM6X |
|---|---|---|
| In the box | HM3X, Lower-1/3-Spacer, Linsenreinigungstuch, Multitool, Bedienungsanleitung, Garantiekarte | HM6X, Lower-1/3-Spacer, Linsenreinigungstuch, Multitool, Bedienungsanleitung, Garantiekarte |
All values are manufacturer’s specifications (holosun.com / holosun.eu) from the product data; “Advantage” only marks objectively directional measures (lighter, larger window, longer battery life, higher protection rating, more settings) and present features. Discrepancies between catalogue, manual and product page are flagged in the product’s editorial note.
Similarities
- Footprint / mount Picatinny-Schiene
- Housing colour / finish Schwarz
- Shock resistance 1000 G
- Operating temperature −30 °C bis 60 °C
- Storage temperature −40 °C bis 70 °C