Name: Bushnell 3-12x40 AR Optics Riflescope, Matte Black with Second Focal Plane Drop Zone 223 BDC Reticle, Side Parallax Focus, 1" Center Tube
Brand: Bushnell
SKU: BSAR731240
Price: 174.99 USD
Availability: BackOrder
Rating: 4.7 (239 reviews)

Bushnell 3-12x40 AR Optics Riflescope, Matte Black with Second Focal Plane Drop Zone 223 BDC Reticle, Side Parallax Focus, 1" Center Tube

Bushnell AR Optics Riflescope

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Bushnell 3-12x40 AR Optics Riflescope, SFP Drop Zone 223 BDC Ret, Side Focus, 1"

Although this item is temporarily on Backorder, you can order it now and it will ship as soon as it arrives. Your card will only be charged once item is shipped.

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Although this item is temporarily on Backorder, you can order it now and it will ship as soon as it arrives. Your card will only be charged once item is shipped. Estimated to Ship: 09/2025.

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Bushnell AR Optics Riflescope 

Explore the Bushnell 3-12x40 AR Optics Riflescope with Drop Zone 223 BDC reticle, side parallax, and fully multi-coated lenses. Shop now for superior clarity!

Enhance your long-range shooting experience with the 3-12x40 AR Optics Riflescope, a high-quality, durable, and reliable tool designed for precision and accuracy. This advanced riflescope, finished in matte black, is equipped with a 40mm objective lens and a 1" center tube, delivering a bright and clear target picture even in low-light conditions. The riflescope features a second focal plane Drop Zone 223 BDC reticle, specifically calibrated for .223 ammunition, allowing for more accurate ranging and bullet drop compensation. The exposed target turrets are fast, tactile, and designed for precise adjustments, ensuring your shots are true and accurate. One of the standout features of this riflescope is its side parallax focus, which goes down to 10 yards. This feature helps eliminate parallax error, enhancing the overall accuracy of your shot, whether it's a close or long-range target. The 3-12x40 AR Optics Riflescope is also designed with a throw-down power change lever that can be set to two different heights, making it as customizable as the rifles you mount it on. Its waterproof construction boasts a full IPX7 rating, ensuring that it won't fog up and you'll always have a clear view, regardless of the weather conditions. This riflescope is a testament to Bushnell's 65-plus years of innovation and industry-leading performance in optics technology. Whether you're finding the trail less traveled or perfecting your shot, the 3-12x40 AR Optics Riflescope is designed to empower you to get out and experience your passion for the outdoors. With Bushnell, you'll never miss your mark.

Mounted to a CVA Scout V2 . 300 Blackout, this is going to be a great combo!

. 300 Blackout

Great

AR Optic Illuminated Scope

Awesome!!!!!

Absolutely perfect, Couldn't have asked for anything better, Great Scope !

Absolutely perfect, Couldn't have asked

I now have two of theses scopes 1 on a 9mm ar . And the other on a 5. 56 ar. I love theses scopes which is why I bought a second one. Can't beat it for the price. Holds zero perfectly on my 9mm ar and is super clear. The eye relief is also decent which is nice wouldn't complain if it had a tiny bit more though ,but it's not bad at all . Haven't shot the 5. 56 riffle yet. But plan on changing that soon . you will need a charging handle extension or a different style changing handle tho because the scope does slightly get in the way of the charging handles on the standard ar platform . My new 5. 56 ar tho has the side charging handle so won't be a problem . I just added the extension on the 9mm and don't have a problem with it .

Amazing scope for the price .

The scope looks great can't wait to get the rifles for it

Good scope

Great scope at a great price won't get to tune it in till after Xmas looks very easy to set up

Great scope at a great

This is a great addition to my AR the optics are clear and the illumination feature is great. I highly recommend this scope for anyone looking for a higher magnification scope at a very reasonable price.

Great optic

Couldn't be more satisfied

This has been on my wishlist and now I have it. It fits perfect on my AR I just need to get it to the range.

Perfect fit. Great Scope.

I purchased the 8 power SFP and was disappointed. Researching told me that magnification best for bench rest shooting. 1x4 should be better with the mini 14 rifle. Customer service was great helping me with my return. I'm still on the fence debating purchasing this in 1x4 vs a fixed power 4x. I have only used Bushnell products and hope to find exactly what I want from Bushnell. These are good scopes.

8 Power

Reticle at 1x is small enough for up close shots. 6x the reticle is larger for long shots. Add the red amplification and it is a perfect all round scope with a fast action throw lever. Could not be happier. Bushnell did a bang up job with this one. Thanks

Compact hitter

More than I could wish for at this price.
Absolute overkill for Airsoft.

Excellent for the price

I bought this scope for my AR and I am impressed beyond words, but I will tell you anyway. This is a very, very good scope for the asking price from Bushnell. Everything about it is quality. The view through the scope is sharp and crisp. The zoom is very impressive. The zoom lever folds out of the way so as not to snag on anything. This scope comes with a lens cloth, and an additional lever for the zoom if you prefer a longer lever on the scope. Bushnell even added a good quality set of optic covers for lens protection. How can you say no to this package at the $149.99 price.
Don't forget the Weaver 30mm SPR mounting rings also at a great price.

Bushnell AR71424 scope

No matter the price range you're looking for Bushnell always delivers, I own several of their products and have never been disappointed

Bushnell always delivers

It's a nice scope for $120 definitely worth the money. The view is nice and clear

AR scope

I installed this scope on my AR-15 and mounted it on top of the carry handle with a Freedom Reaper Carry handle Mount. The scope is easy to adjust and the lens are very clear. My plan is to buy another one with more magnification for another rifle.

Works Great on AR 15 with Carry handle

This scope is not only quality you'd expect from bushnell but it was also very affordable especially for what you get out of it!! After zeroing it I was even more impressed with it's quality

Great addition to my AR

The value in this scope for the price is unmatched! Everything operates smoothly and The glass is crazy good for the price point! I am very impressed and happy i went with bushnell!

1-4x24 AR Optics

Great value. Perfect sub 400yd

I've got the smaller 3x12 ar optics scope but decided on this one for the 6.5cm turret thats included. Right out of the box i was again surprised by the quality of the scope, excellent fit and finish and very good optical quality. 

Yesterday i finally got to sight it in and shoot some decent groups. Much like the older AR optics scope, this was simple, straightforward and took a very short amount time. 

I only wish there was an option for 'no' throw lever - it interferes with bolt action rifles - which i get its marketed for AR style but many of the AR focused calibers are gaining popularity in the bolt market. Still a near flawless scope, incredible shipping time and fantastic packaging.

Surprisingly good

just mounted this scope to my AR. This scope, for the price, met all my expectations. I have had Bushnell scopes on my rifles since the mid 70's and have never been dissatisfied. For the money, you cannot beat the clarity and function of these scopes.

AR Optics 4.5-18x40 Multi-Turret Riflescope

This is perfect for my magnum muzzleloader.

Excellent product

I have had this optic for about 3 years now, and it has held up, it feels solid and glass is clear enough for this budget. The illumination dial is mushy and has to be adjusted just right to maintain illumination or it flickers. When working the illumination is bright enough in the desert where I shoot. The reticle is good, no complaints there. I would not recommend this given the other options out there, and hope you do not have any issues with it because "ironclad" warranty support is non existent.

Decent budget optic, with bad dials. No warranty support.

no matter what setting the drop dots are so small they can't be use . appears they are on the wrong side of the lens, all bunch together at the center. The scope is well made and no other problems will return for replacement

cross hair / drop too small

awesome little scope

Have not used it yet!

I bought this scope for the reticle. I have it mounted on top of an HHA Tetra Optimizer scope mount, on top of my Mission crossbow. The HHA mount lets me range the target, dial it, and shoot it, without worrying about holdovers, so I can aim dead-on at all ranges. I wanted an illuminated circle dot reticle and I liked the looks of this one best, so I bought this scope. It has been a perfect combination on my crossbow!

Love this reticle!

I bought this scope for the reticle. I have it mounted on top of an HHA Tetra Optimizer crossbow scope mount, on top of my Mission crossbow. The HHA mount lets me range the target, dial it, and shoot it, without worrying about holdovers, so I can aim dead-on at all ranges. I wanted an illuminated circle dot reticle and I liked the looks of this one best, so I bought this scope. It has been a perfect combination on my crossbow!

Bushnell 3-12x40 AR Optics Riflescope, Matte Black with Second Focal Plane Drop Zone 223 BDC Reticle, Side Parallax Focus, 1" Center Tube

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