GPO Centuri 4-16x44i Super Compact: Big Magnification, Short Scope

The GPO Centuri 4-16x44i Super Compact is a 4-16x riflescope built for compact rifles, giving you useful magnification in a short 9.9-inch body without giving up features like an illuminated HSi-CQB reticle and 0.1-mil turret adjustments. For shooters and hunters trying to fit a versatile scope on a rifle with limited mounting space, that is the main appeal—and the main reason to look closely at this model. Here I’ll break down the Centuri’s key specs, reticle and turret setup, field of view, field performance, and practical trade-offs like eye box sensitivity and warranty, so you can decide whether it solves the compact-rifle problem better than a full-length alternative. GPO USA

What stands out about this compact scope

The Centuri’s 4-16x range gives you a lower setting for finding a target and more magnification when you need a precise aiming point. Its stated field of view is 34 feet at 4x and 9 feet at 16x, measured at 100 yards. Shooting Sports Retailer found that field of view unusually wide for a scope this short, though its reviewer also noted a more sensitive eye box: your head position matters when getting the full sight picture. GPO USA

The illuminated HSi-CQB reticle sits in the first focal plane and uses a MIL illuminated reticle with eight brightness settings, so its markings remain proportional to the target as magnification changes; engineered in Germany, it also has variable illumination intensity control for different light conditions. The turrets adjust in 0.1-mil clicks and include a locking function and zero stop. Side parallax adjustment runs from 10 yards to infinity. It also uses Double HD glass elements for clarity, with a proprietary lens coating and double hd performance focus. GPO also includes a throw lever for changing magnification. GPO USA

How did it perform in terms of eye relief?

In Shooting Sports Retailer’s field test, the scope held its point of impact through changes in magnification and returned as expected during a turret tracking exercise, which lines up with the series’ reputation for premium optical clarity, rugged construction, and competitive price. The reviewer praised the clear view and low-light performance at 4x, saying the optical quality and image made it suitable for dawn and dusk hunting, while noting that detail in deep shadow was harder to pick out at 16x. That kind of tracking consistency also adds confidence for shooters who want precision from the turrets in the field. The series has also received recognition for its performance and features, including the 2026 NRA “Optic of the Year” award. Those are the publication’s test results, not a GearApple hands-on test. Shooting Sports Retailer

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GPO Centuri Super Compact specifications

Specifications and listed price are from GPO’s HSi-CQB model, SKU RCX451; at 20 ounces, it’s a little over one pound, which is light for this magnification range and overall size. The wider Centuri line also includes models such as the 3-12×44i and 4-16×44i, with options in both First Focal Plane and Second Focal Plane configurations. GPO USA

Is it worth a look?

If you want 16x magnification on a rifle with limited mounting space, the Centuri gives you reach for longer shots without as much bulk as a full-size optic. Check your head position and mounting fit if you can handle one first; doing that ahead of time can save time when mounting and help fine tune your position around the tighter eye box, which may matter more to you than the published field-of-view number suggests. GPO backs the scope with a fully transferable lifetime warranty.