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The illuminated reticle in the VX-Freedom Riflescope typically uses a commonly available CR2032 battery, which provides reliable power for the FireDot illumination system.
Yes, the VX-Freedom 3-9x50mm Riflescope is designed to be 100% waterproof, fogproof, and shockproof, making it suitable for use in a variety of weather conditions and rugged outdoor environments.
The Leupold VX-Freedom Riflescope is versatile and can be mounted on a wide range of rifles. However, the correct mounting rings and base are necessary for proper installation, which should be compatible with the riflescope's 30mm tube diameter.
The Second Focal Plane reticle in the VX-Freedom Riflescope maintains its size across the magnification range, which is beneficial for clearer target acquisition and consistent aiming points without the need for reticle size adjustments during magnification changes.
Motion Sensor Technology (MST) in the VX-Freedom Riflescope conserves battery life by deactivating the illuminated reticle after a period of inactivity and reactivating it instantly when motion is detected, ensuring that the scope is ready when you are.
Review Summary
2026-01-22T19:00:00
Fantastic clarity! Love this scope.
Todd W.

2026-01-22T19:00:00
Great scope
Brennan R.

2026-01-22T19:00:00
Great budget friendly scope.
Shawn B.

2026-01-19T19:00:00
Awesome scope just can't wait to use it in the woods.
Allen O.

2026-01-17T19:00:00
Great scope? clarity of the much more expensive brands?just can't beat a Luepold!
Christopher D.

2026-01-16T19:00:00
Good glass. Clear. Crisp. Good focus.
Josh R.

2026-01-13T19:00:00
Everything that I thought it would be.
William R.

2026-01-12T19:00:00
Great value and a quality optic.
Stan J.

2026-01-11T19:00:00
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
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
Great optic I plan on equipping my whole safe with Leupold.
William M.

2026-01-10T19:00:00
Very clear good sight
Robert M.

2026-01-08T19:00:00
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
Once again a great product for the money.
JOHNNY E.

2026-01-08T19:00:00
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
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
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
Great scope for the money!
Landon A.

2026-01-02T19:00:00
Clear and crisp at all levels of magnification.
Joshua L.

2026-01-02T19:00:00
Couldn't ask for a better scope.
John R.

2026-01-02T19:00:00
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
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
Great scope only wishing they had a illuminate dot but otherwise it's good scope
david w.

2025-12-31T19:00:00
Perfect for for my TCAProhinter . 50 cal muzzleloader. The scope is light and exceptionally clear
Alan N.

2025-12-29T19:00:00
It's a great scope for my 22!
Hayden P.

2025-12-28T19:00:00
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
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
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
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
Best rim fire scope i own!
Robert M.

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Matte Black
No
No
Second Focal Plane
Finger Click
No
No
Resettable Index Ring
Finger Click
No
No
No
Illuminated
Illum. FireDot Twilight Hunter
Variable
Push Button
No
Yes
No
No
Elevation: 1/4MOA
Windage: 1/4MOA
Elevation: 60
Windage: 60
Elevation: 17
Windage: 17
Elevation: 69" (175cm)
Windage: 69" (175cm)
Elevation: 15 MOA
Windage: 15 MOA
Total Scope Travel
3-9x
50mm
Low Mag: 33.7' (10.3m)
High Mag: 13.6' (4.14m)
Low Mag: 6.4 Degree
High Mag: 2.6 Degree
Low Mag: 4.2" (107mm)
High Mag: 3.7" (94mm)
150 Yards
Low Intensity: 1600hr
Medium Intensity: 1000hr
High Intensity: 300hr
8
1.18" (30mm)
Required, Included
Lithium
CR2032
1
12.16" (309mm)
17.05 oz (483g)
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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.
Under the banner of Leupold, a brand synonymous with high-quality and durable optics, the VX-Freedom 3-9x50mm Riflescope stands out as a reliable and versatile tool for hunters and long-range shooters. This matte black riflescope, with its 30mm tube and illuminated second focal plane FireDot Twilight Hunter reticle, is designed to enhance your shooting accuracy and visibility, even in low-light conditions.
Engineered with a larger objective, this riflescope ensures superior light transmission, making it an ideal companion for night-time hunting or shooting. The proprietary Firedot illumination provides a bright, intuitive aiming point, ensuring your target never gets lost in dimly lit environments.
Built around Leupold's Advanced Optical System, the VX-Freedom Riflescope offers exceptional light transmission for extended glassing sessions, best-in-class glare reduction in harsh light, and the resolution and clarity that recreational sportsmen and sportswomen demand.
The 3:1 zoom ratio, a common feature in many scope models, offers three times more magnification at high power than at low power. This allows you to adjust your power down for close encounters or dial it up for long-range shots, making it a versatile tool for any shooting scenario.
The second focal plane design ensures that the reticle stays the same size while the target size adjusts with the magnification. This feature is particularly useful in low-light hunting situations and in scopes that don't utilize hash marks for range estimation.
To ensure durability and longevity, the lenses are hardened with surface coatings to meet extreme military standards in scratch resistance and added lens protection. The riflescope also features Motion Sensor Technology (MST) that extends battery life by automatically deactivating illuminated reticles after five minutes of inactivity and reactivating instantly upon detecting movement.
Leupold's pioneering waterproof, fogproof, and shockproof technology ensures the internals of the optics stay moisture-free and crystal clear for life, even under extreme temperatures, elevation changes, and shocks.
The FireDot Twilight Hunter Illumination, designed specifically for low-light situations, provides a simple aiming point with no distractions. Its thin lines obscure less of the target and image, while the FireDot technology guides your eye to the center of the reticle for quick target acquisition.
Like all Leupold riflescopes, the VX-Freedom 3-9x50mm is designed, machined, and assembled in the USA, guaranteeing a lifetime of reliable performance.