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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.

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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.

2026-01-17T19:00:00

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.

2026-01-13T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Everything that I thought it

Everything that I thought it would be.

William R.

2026-01-12T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great value and a quality

Great value and a quality optic.

Stan J.

2026-01-11T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

American Made

Clarity. Size. VX Freedom rimfire 3-9x40 perfect scope for all 5 of my Ruger 10-22's with #6 & 7 on the way. Also have 1 handgun and 2 larger rifle scopes on Ruger & LWRC REPR

Carl R.

2026-01-10T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

This may be the Leupold

This may be the Leupold scope that gives you the most bang for your buck. I'd prefer it with a 40mm objective but it's not available in that configuration.

Robert R.

2026-01-10T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great optic I plan on

Great optic I plan on equipping my whole safe with Leupold.

William M.

2026-01-10T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Very clear good sight

Very clear good sight

Robert M.

2026-01-08T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Typical Leupold Quality. I love

Typical Leupold Quality. I love the FireDot sights. It really the best of both worlds. It's the only recital I buy now. I have a few of them.

Michael C.

2026-01-08T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Once again a great product

Once again a great product for the money.

JOHNNY E.

2026-01-08T19:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Really good scope for the

Really good scope for the money. I like the Pig reticle. My only complaint is that it is not crisp all the way to the edge. But overall I am very happy with it.

Shane M.

2026-01-05T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

I bought my first Leupold

I bought my first Leupold 3x9x40 in 1961x 64 win mag have many more Leupold products always the best product for $ spent 82 years old do not plan to get any other scope product Leo 4 ever

jay s.

2026-01-04T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

We have already taken a

We have already taken a whitetail with this scope. Crystal clear, great in low light. Haven't ordered a CDS yet.

Devin C.

2026-01-03T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great scope for the money!

Great scope for the money!

Landon A.

2026-01-02T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Clear and crisp at all

Clear and crisp at all levels of magnification.

Joshua L.

2026-01-02T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Couldn't ask for a better

Couldn't ask for a better scope.

John R.

2026-01-02T19:00:00

Rated 1 out of 5

Worst scope I've ever purchased

By far the worst scope I've ever purchased. Unable to find focus and it seems there's an internal smudge dead center of the reticle and some sort of film on the external glass that will not come off. This was my first and last Leupold scope. This thing has got to be flawed.

John N.

2026-01-01T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

I own two of these

I own two of these now for my son's rifles. They have had very successful on hunts in all weather conditions and elevations. The scope has held zero with no issues in clarity. A great scope for the value.

Richard B.

2026-01-01T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great scope only wishing they

Great scope only wishing they had a illuminate dot but otherwise it's good scope

david w.

2025-12-31T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Perfect for for my TCAProhinter

Perfect for for my TCAProhinter . 50 cal muzzleloader. The scope is light and exceptionally clear

Alan N.

2025-12-29T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

It's a great scope for

It's a great scope for my 22!

Hayden P.

2025-12-28T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

A shot a fox in the rain from 200 yards away

I have had a similar model to this scope and it was way better than vortex. I highly recommend This scope.

Marshall

2025-12-28T19:00:00

Rated 1 out of 5

Not a good scope

I bought this scope online from Cabela's and it was not a good experience. I put the scope on my 45-70 Marlin and when zeroing it in, the scope ran out of elevation to adjust. That was the first that ever happened to me when I put on a lot of Leupold scopes before but none with the plastic dial adjustment. I even changed out scope rings to see if that would fix it, but it didn't. I returned the scope to Cabela's and I was told by the workers there that this scope has had a lot of issues and they took back 2 in the last week. The worker also told me that Leupold started putting plastic internals in the scope and that's where issues arise. But paying 300 dollars for a scope that doesn't work and hearing that the manufacturer is now skimping on parts is not a good look.

Markus J.

2025-12-27T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Absolutely love this scope. The

Absolutely love this scope. The clarity and light gathering ability close to dark is unmatched at this price point!

Casey Y.

2025-12-26T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Perfect for deer hunting! I

Perfect for deer hunting! I mounted this scope on a Browning X-Bolt in . 243 Win. Performs flawlessly. Great light collection at dawn and dusk, when a good quality scope matters most! Would definitely buy again. . . because I did! I have two of these so far.

Jim O.

2025-12-25T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Best rim fire scope i

Best rim fire scope i own!

Robert M.

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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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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