yes it is ported and you can mount a scope you will need a scope mount like amazon.com/B-Square-Taurus-Magnum-6-Inch-8-Inch/dp/B0014VRXQS/ref=sr_1_1/143-3149840-7393551?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1523501705&sr=1-1&keywords=taurus+scope+mount&dpID=41zh-I