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Leupold 3-9x40 VX-Freedom Series Riflescope, Matte Black with Second Focal Plane Duplex Reticle, Custom Dial System, 1" Tube Diameter

SKU: LD174182 MFR: 174182
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Key Features

  • Experience crystal-clear views with this Leupold riflescope's superior image clarity.
  • Enjoy versatile targeting with the 3-9x magnification range, perfect for various distances.
  • Built Leupold tough, this durable riflescope withstands harsh conditions for reliable use.
  • The classic Duplex reticle offers a clear aiming point for quick target acquisition.
  • Make precise adjustments with ease using the custom dial system for enhanced accuracy.
  • Optimized light transmission ensures a bright, clear image, even in low-light conditions.
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What does the second focal plane Duplex reticle offer?

The second focal plane Duplex reticle provides a clear aiming point and minimal target coverage at high magnification. It allows for precise shot placement and retains a consistent reticle size across the scope's zoom range.

What is the Custom Dial System (CDS)?

The Custom Dial System is a unique feature that allows for a personalized shooting experience. By providing your specific ballistics, Leupold crafts a custom dial that simplifies the process of making accurate long-range shots. You can range your target, dial the distance, and trust in your shot placement.

How does the Twilight Light Management System work?

The Twilight Light Management System extends your shooting light, reduces glare, and offers superior lens clarity. It gives you the advantage in low-light situations, allowing you to see more clearly and aim more accurately.

Is the Leupold 3-9x40 VX-Freedom Series Riflescope waterproof?

Yes, the VX-Freedom boasts absolute waterproof and fogproof integrity, making it reliable in all weather conditions.

What kind of protection do the lenses offer?

The lenses of the VX-Freedom are scratch-resistant and meet extreme military standards, adding another layer of protection to your investment.

Shopper : Why Did You Choose This?MARK R : Price, paired with Custom Dial System. Warranty. USA made.Steven R : I own their VX2 and it's a phenomenal piece of glass. Best quality and unbeatable at the price.ROB C : Wanted Leupold quality and reputation at a value price-point.

Reviews about this item

Review Summary

2026-02-11T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Absolutely love this scope. I

Absolutely love this scope. I will be buying Leupold optics exclusively from here on. Thier reputation certainly lives up to the hype.

Brandon H.

2026-02-11T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Awesome scope

Awesome scope

Michael R.

2026-02-11T19:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Mounted on a T/C Omega

Mounted on a T/C Omega that has been converted to 45 cal smokeless muzzleloader. Scope is nice and clear with a bright picture but most importantly it is holding zero. Haven't used it for hunting yet so unable to comment on how it stands up in the field. I would buy another. Leopold has quality products and stands behind their warranty.

John C.

2026-02-10T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

I haven't been able to

I haven't been able to use it, I have been waiting for the mounts.

Leroy S.

2026-02-09T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great product

Great product

Martin F.

2026-02-08T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great scope

Great scope

David C.

2026-02-08T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great scope! Clear optics and

Great scope! Clear optics and great on my squirrel gun.

Bret W.

2026-02-08T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great product, love it!

Great product, love it!

Joseph F.

2026-02-06T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

I was surprised by the

I was surprised by the quality of the glass on the VX-Freedom. They surpass the other scopes in this price range. Great Job again Leupold.

Richard Z.

2026-02-06T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Very Nice Scope

This scope is lights out on the 350 legend . Great clarity for a scope in this price range, nice clicks on adjustment and appears to be well built I've had mine for a little over a year and very well pleased!

Ray

2026-02-06T19:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Scope is light which is

Scope is light which is perfect for the Ruger 10/22 Carbon I mounted it on. Glass just as expected, but as a simple person I wish they made it with a normal fine duplex reticle. Only complaint. Reticle is the only reason for 4 star review.

JD M.

2026-02-05T19:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

This is my first ever

This is my first ever VX-freedom scope. And the first new Leupold scope that I've purchased in 17 years. Technology and feature trickle-down is a real thing. Compared to my VX-2 that I bought in 2007, this scope is easily just as good as far as optical clarity and quality are concerned and the VX-Freedom is significantly easier for making reticle adjustments. For the price it's tough to imagine anything else out there being a better value than the VX-Freedom series. However, for an entry-level scope it could be beneficial if it had a slightly more forgiving eye relief. I set this up on my young son's rifle and a bigger "sweet spot" on the eye relief would have made it a little easier to get it right with his limited experience in knowing what correct eye relief should look like. I'm still very pleased with the scope and the quality and value that it offers for the price.

Jeremy A.

2026-02-05T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great scope but still miss

Great scope but still miss the traditional duplex reticle option.

David T.

2026-02-05T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Very clear optic the reticle

Very clear optic the reticle helps in longer distances or when shooting subsonic

Charles S.

2026-02-04T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

I absolutely love this optic.

I absolutely love this optic. clean reticle, high quality, and ridiculously lightweight.

Taylor L.

2026-02-03T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

This scope is perfect on

This scope is perfect on my 22 mag rifle! Clear and deadly accurate. I would recommend this scope to anyone. I won't disappoint!

Gary C.

2026-02-03T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Very happy with this purchase!

Very happy with this purchase!

Amanda B.

2026-02-02T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Perfect for the rifles I

Perfect for the rifles I put them on.

Dave A.

2026-01-31T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

VX-Freedom series punch above their

VX-Freedom series punch above their weight class. Glass is crystal clear and the scope is feather light. 10/10 would recommend.

Chris T.

2026-01-31T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Rock solid quality.

Rock solid quality.

Isaac O.

2026-01-31T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Nice

Nice

Ted P.

2026-01-22T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Fantastic clarity! Love this scope.

Fantastic clarity! Love this scope.

Todd W.

2026-01-22T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great scope

Great scope

Brennan R.

2026-01-22T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great budget friendly scope.

Great budget friendly scope.

Shawn B.

2026-01-19T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Awesome scope just can't wait

Awesome scope just can't wait to use it in the woods.

Allen O.

2026-01-19T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Excellent scope for a reasonable

Excellent scope for a reasonable price

Mack D.

2026-01-17T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great scope? clarity of the

Great scope? clarity of the much more expensive brands?just can't beat a Luepold!

Christopher D.

2026-01-16T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Good glass. Clear. Crisp. Good

Good glass. Clear. Crisp. Good focus.

Josh R.

2026-01-16T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

I put this scope on

I put this scope on a Ruger American Gen II 350 Legend. Zeroed at 100 yards is shooting sub moa groups. Turned dial to 200 yards and shooting two inch groups. Dumped many deer with it.

Thomas F.

2026-01-16T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

I purchased this scope for

I purchased this scope for my CVA Accura V2 a few years back and have been so impressed with it for its accuracy and low light performance that I just purchased another one for my new TC ProHunter. With both muzzleloaders I've experienced

Ron C.

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Leupold VX-Freedom Specifications

  • Color

    Matte Black

  • Magnification

    3-9x

  • Objective Lens Diameter

    40mm

  • Tube Diameter

    1" (25.4mm)

  • Reticle

    Duplex

  • Linear FOV (ft/100yd)

    33.7-13.6' / 100 yd (11.22-4.54m / 100m)

  • Eye Relief

    Low: 4.17" (106mm)
    High: 3.66" (93mm)

  • Elevation/Windage Adjustment Range

    MOA: 60
    MIL: 17.5

  • Exit Pupil

    High: 4.7mm

  • Waterproof

    Yes

  • Fogproof

    Yes

  • Shockproof

    Yes

  • Length

    12.39" (34.9cm)

  • Weight

    12.2 oz (346g)

  • UPC Code

    030317018788

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About Leupold VX-Freedom

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Great scope for 450 Bushmaster

By Shooter

Best bang for the buck scope for a 450 bushmaster used for Deer. I put a 3-9x freedom on a Ruger Gunsite 450 BM. I used the rear mounts not the front rail. 100 yard groups are under 1 inch. Bagged two bucks last year at 180 yards. If you hunt in lower Michigan where the shots are from 20- 200 yards this is all the scope you need. CDS is pre calibrated for Hornady 450BM ammo. All you have to do is establish a zero at 100 yards, set the scope on 0 lock the cap and its done. Good for up to ...

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Astonished

By McBride

The VX Freedom line of Leupold scopes is hands down the best optics value on the market. It's everything you'd expect of a Leupold; awesome reticle, clarity and brightness that is unmatched, sturdy yet light. I don't know how they do it for this price...I'll be buying many more.

Be the master of precision and reliability with the Leupold 3-9x40 VX-Freedom Series Riflescope. This high-quality optic is designed to enhance your hunting or target shooting experience by providing unmatched accuracy and versatility. The matte black finish not only adds a professional look but also ensures durability in the most challenging environments.

The VX-Freedom is equipped with a second focal plane Duplex reticle, renowned for its clear aiming point and minimal target coverage at high magnification. This feature is particularly beneficial for shooters who require a consistent reticle size, allowing for precise shot placement across the scope's 3:1 zoom ratio. Whether you're engaging at close range or extending your reach, the versatile zoom capability adapts to a wide range of scenarios.

The Custom Dial System (CDS) sets this riflescope apart, offering a personalized shooting experience. By providing your specific ballistics, Leupold crafts a custom dial that simplifies the process of making accurate long-range shots. With no need for holdovers, you can range your target, dial the distance, and trust in your shot placement with confidence.

Durability is a cornerstone of the VX-Freedom, which undergoes rigorous testing on Leupold's Punisher recoil simulation machine. Each scope must withstand the equivalent of 5,000 impacts with a force three times that of a .308 rifle, ensuring that it can handle the recoil of your most trusted firearm without losing performance.

The easy-to-grip power selector allows for swift magnification changes, while the 1/4 MOA Finger Click adjustments provide precise and dependable windage and elevation settings. The ultra-lightweight design not only contributes to the scope's ruggedness but also maintains ease of handling and balance on your rifle.

Prepared for any weather conditions, the VX-Freedom boasts absolute waterproof and fogproof integrity. The Twilight Light Management System extends your shooting light, reduces glare, and offers superior lens clarity, giving you the advantage in low-light situations.

Finally, the scratch-resistant lenses meet extreme military standards, adding another layer of protection to your investment. The Duplex reticle, a Leupold invention from 1962, features heavy posts for quick target acquisition and a fine center for precise aiming.

Choose the Leupold 3-9x40 VX-Freedom Series Riflescope for a reliable, accurate, and versatile shooting companion that lives up to the Leupold reputation with every use.

Leupold VX-Freedom Features

  • Punisher Tested
  • Easy-To-Grip Power Selector
  • Rear Focal Plane (RFP)
  • Ultra-Lightweight Design
  • CDS Custom Dial System
  • 3:1 Zoom Ratio
  • 1/4 MOA Finger Click
  • Waterproof & Fogproof
  • One inch Maintube
  • Twilight Light Management System
  • Scratch Resistant Lenses

Warranty Information

This product has a limited lifetime warranty.

Key Features

  • Experience crystal-clear views with this Leupold riflescope's superior image clarity.
  • Enjoy versatile targeting with the 3-9x magnification range, perfect for various distances.
  • Built Leupold tough, this durable riflescope withstands harsh conditions for reliable use.
  • The classic Duplex reticle offers a clear aiming point for quick target acquisition.
  • Make precise adjustments with ease using the custom dial system for enhanced accuracy.
  • Optimized light transmission ensures a bright, clear image, even in low-light conditions.

What's in the box:

  • 3-9x40 VX-Freedom Riflescope with Duplex Reticle (Matte Black)
  • Leupold Lifetime Limited Warranty