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Leupold 3-9x40 VX-Freedom .450 Bushmaster Riflescope, Matte Black with Second Focal Plane Duplex Reticle, Custom Dial System, 1" Tube Diameter

SKU: LD176011 MFR: 176011
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Key Features

  • Leupold 3-9x40 riflescope offers crystal-clear image clarity for accurate shots every time.
  • Enjoy a versatile magnification range, perfect for both close-range and mid-range hunting scenarios.
  • Crafted for exceptional durability, this .450 Bushmaster scope withstands harsh weather conditions.
  • Features a classic Duplex reticle for quick target acquisition in various lighting environments.
  • Precise turret adjustability ensures accurate windage and elevation for long-distance precision.
  • Experience superior light transmission with this Leupold riflescope, ideal for dawn/dusk hunting.
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What is the Punisher Test that the 3-9x40 VX-Freedom .450 Bushmaster Riflescope undergoes?

The Punisher Test is a rigorous assessment where the riflescope is subjected to 5,000 impacts on Leupold's recoil simulation machine, each three times the recoil of a .308 rifle. This test ensures the riflescope's durability and performance under extreme conditions.

What is the function of the Rear Focal Plane Duplex Reticle in the 3-9x40 VX-Freedom .450 Bushmaster Riflescope?

The Rear Focal Plane Duplex Reticle remains fine and minimally covers the target at high power. Its subtensions change with zoom, allowing for precise tuning of ballistic reticles.

Is the 3-9x40 VX-Freedom .450 Bushmaster Riflescope suitable for use in all weather conditions?

Yes, the riflescope is designed with absolute waterproof and fogproof integrity, making it suitable for use in all weather conditions.

What is the Twilight Light Management System in the 3-9x40 VX-Freedom .450 Bushmaster Riflescope?

The Twilight Light Management System is a feature that adds up to 10 extra minutes of shooting light and eliminates 80% more glare-producing stray light than competitors, thereby ensuring premium lens clarity.

What is the benefit of the Scratch-Resistant Lenses in the 3-9x40 VX-Freedom .450 Bushmaster Riflescope?

The Scratch-Resistant Lenses offer extreme military-standard protection, ensuring the lenses remain clear and unscathed even under challenging conditions, thereby prolonging the lifespan of the riflescope.

Reviews about this item

Review Summary

2025-11-22T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great grouse scope!

Great grouse scope!

Phil H.

2025-11-20T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Grandson Got his first Deer

Grandson Got his first Deer with it. A nice 6 pointer. Very happy young lad.

Marv N.

2025-11-18T19:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Mounted on my M-1 Garand.

Mounted on my M-1 Garand. Needs another 1/2 inch or so of eye relief to work properly at full magnification. Probably going to move this scope to my . 30-30, and look for something else for the Garand.

Michael V.

2025-11-16T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Awesome scope

Awesome scope

Richard L.

2025-11-16T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great scope

Great scope

Jeremy O.

2025-11-16T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great product!

Great product!

Robert D.

2025-11-15T19:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

The BDC reticle is kinda

The BDC reticle is kinda useless. I have better than 20/20 vision and it's next to impossible to see Works great on my Henry Frontier model

Jason P.

2025-11-14T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

I have 6 Leupold scopes

I have 6 Leupold scopes and this one is just another perfect example of the fine quality and performance you get when you buy a Leupold

GEORGE K.

2025-11-13T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Glass is excellent and it

Glass is excellent and it does great in low light. As always Leupold makes great products.

Jack H.

2025-11-12T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great scope for the money

Great scope for the money

ROB R.

2025-11-12T19:00:00

Rated 2 out of 5

VX Freedom 4+12×40 Will Not Focus

The scope will not focus properly. 25yds and beyond forget it. Stays fuzzy. She's never crisp. Never. Played with the reticle. Nope. Didn't help. Couldn't get a crisp crosshair. 20+ rounds fired through rifle. Other individuals couldn't get a good crisp outline. Not Happy. My Leupold 3-9x40 is fabulous. Make me happy Leupold.

Paul R.

2025-11-11T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Nice, clear glass. Just what

Nice, clear glass. Just what I needed for mid range shooting/hunting with . 308win.

Darryl Z.

2025-11-09T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

I have two of these,

I have two of these, one on a 350 legend and another on a 6. 5 creedmore. Both lightweight builds for walking the woods in Michigan and these are consistently better than any other optic I've ever owned. Never an issue in low light, always able to see through the optic what I can with my eyes

Evan S.

2025-11-09T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

very nice scope

very nice scope

James W.

2025-11-08T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great scope, holds up to

Great scope, holds up to the muzzleloader great!

James C.

2025-11-07T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

It is the best all-around

It is the best all-around scope for hunting in the mountains, love the eye relief, lens clarity and darn right. . . . . . . . American Made

Charles V.

2025-11-07T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

The eye relief was a

The eye relief was a little on the long side?

Jason T.

2025-11-06T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great scope. I have tried

Great scope. I have tried other brands but I always end up going back to Leupold. I think its the best bang for your buck. Clear glass, perfect tracking? couldn't ask for anything more. Except 1 thing, bring back your handgun scopes.

Joseph W.

2025-11-05T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Excellent Scope!

Excellent Scope!

Stephen P.

2025-11-05T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great scope

Great scope

Harry H.

2025-11-05T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

I love this scope. Low

I love this scope. Low light capabilities coupled with the firedot are a deadly combination. Simple yet super effective hunting scope.

Leslie R.

2025-11-03T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

My recently purchased VX Freedom

My recently purchased VX Freedom is an excellent optic, after carefully mounting it I fired my . 270 once, made an adustment, fired the second round and made an adjustment , the next two rounds were dime size in the bullseye at 100 yards, point being the inner workings the adjustment turret are spot on. Now in personal opinion Luepold is the best, hands down. . . Andrew.

Andrew R.

2025-11-02T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Fantastic scope

I have 2 of these pig plex scopes. 1 on a Marlin 1895 45/70. The other is on a Ruger Hawkeye . 358 Winchester. I can shoot sub moa groups with both rifles at 100 yards. It is great for snap shooting as it is a very fast target acquisition scope.

John C.

2025-11-01T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great scope, clear, on point,

Great scope, clear, on point, and looks good!

Bradley m.

2025-11-01T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great scope at a great

Great scope at a great price. Can't beat the customer service l.

Gregory P.

2025-10-31T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

clear, easy to adjust great

clear, easy to adjust great buy

Richard M.

2025-10-29T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Awesome thanks

Awesome thanks

Marc P.

2025-10-29T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great for hunting in the

Great for hunting in the woods of Pennsylvania

Donald D.

2025-10-29T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Always the best choice.

Always the best choice.

Shelby M.

2025-10-27T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

very clear and perfect on

very clear and perfect on my SA22 Browning. As alway Leupold is the best.

Charles S.

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Leupold VX-Freedom Specifications

  • Magnification

    3-9x

  • Objective Lens Diameter

    40mm

  • Main-Tube Diameter

    1" (25.4mm)

  • Linear Field of View

    33-13.6' @ 100 yd (11.22-4.54m @ 100m)

  • Exit Pupil Diameter

    4.7mm

  • Eye Relief

    4.17-3.66" (106-93mm)

  • Windage/Elevation Adjustment

    60 MOA
    17.5 MIL

  • Weatherproofing

    Waterproof & Fogproof

  • Length

    12.39" (34.9cm)

  • Weight

    12.20 oz (346g)

  • UPC Code

    030317020835

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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.

Before you venture into your next hunting or shooting expedition, consider the 3-9x40 VX-Freedom .450 Bushmaster Riflescope in matte black. This high-performance riflescope, renowned for its Leupold dependability, comes packed with an array of enhanced features designed to improve your shooting accuracy.

This riflescope has been rigorously tested on the Punisher, Leupold's recoil simulation machine, to ensure it can withstand up to 5,000 impacts, each three times the recoil of a .308 rifle. This ultra-lightweight design not only disperses recoil energy effectively but also guarantees unrivaled durability and performance.

The VX-Freedom riflescope features an easy-to-grip power selector, allowing for swift magnification changes. Its rear focal plane (RFP) reticles remain fine and minimally cover the target at high power, with subtensions that change with zoom for precise tuning of ballistic reticles.

The 3:1 zoom ratio erector system is versatile and ideal for a wide range of situations. The 1/4 MOA precision finger click adjustments for windage and elevation ensure absolute repeatability and dependability, even under extreme use.

Designed to perform in all conditions, this riflescope boasts absolute waterproof and fogproof integrity. Its ultra-lightweight 1-inch maintube not only provides weight savings but also enhances durability and lends a classic look.

The riflescope is compatible with bullet drop compensation dials that can be custom-engraved to your ammunition's exact ballistic profile through the Leupold Custom Shop.

The Twilight Light Management System adds up to 10 extra minutes of shooting light and eliminates 80% more glare-producing stray light than competitors, ensuring premium lens clarity.

The lenses are scratch-resistant, offering extreme military-standard protection. The Duplex Reticle, invented by Leupold in 1962, is defined by heavy posts that stand out against cover in low light, enabling quick target acquisition with a thinner center. This is the most popular reticle in the world, enhancing the overall functionality of the 3-9x40 VX-Freedom .450 Bushmaster Riflescope.

Leupold VX-Freedom Features

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

Warranty Information

This product has a limited lifetime warranty.

Key Features

  • Leupold 3-9x40 riflescope offers crystal-clear image clarity for accurate shots every time.
  • Enjoy a versatile magnification range, perfect for both close-range and mid-range hunting scenarios.
  • Crafted for exceptional durability, this .450 Bushmaster scope withstands harsh weather conditions.
  • Features a classic Duplex reticle for quick target acquisition in various lighting environments.
  • Precise turret adjustability ensures accurate windage and elevation for long-distance precision.
  • Experience superior light transmission with this Leupold riflescope, ideal for dawn/dusk hunting.

What's in the box:

  • 3-9x40 VX-Freedom .450 Bushmaster Riflescope with Duplex Reticle (Matte Black)
  • Scope Cover
  • Leupold Lifetime Limited Warranty