Leupold 4-12x40 VX-Freedom Riflescope, Matte Black with Second Focal Plane Creedmoor Reticle, 1" Tube

SKU: LD179313 MFR: 179313
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Key Features

  • Experience crystal-clear views with the Leupold VX-Freedom riflescope's superior image clarity.
  • The 4-12x magnification range is ideal for versatile target acquisition at varied distances.
  • Built Leupold tough, this durable riflescope withstands harsh conditions for reliable use.
  • Fine-tune your aim with precise 1/4 MOA adjustments for elevation and windage control.
  • Optimized light transmission ensures a bright, clear sight picture, even in low light.
  • The Creedmoor reticle on the second focal plane helps with accurate long-range shooting.
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2025-12-25T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Best rim fire scope i

Best rim fire scope i own!

Robert M.

2025-12-22T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Perfect for my Henry Supreme

Perfect for my Henry Supreme

Camron Y.

2025-12-21T19:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Good scope for the money

I've actually really liked this scope, it's light, good adjustments and pretty clear glass. The subtensions work for my 7mm-08 spot on. What would really take this scope up a notch is instead of holdover dots, do lines with a windage mark as well. i. e. your 400 mark would be 4. 8moa elevation and a 1. 9moa windage mark.

Brian

2025-12-20T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great clarity and adjustments are

Great clarity and adjustments are spot on.

Russell S.

2025-12-19T19:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Brightness and image clarity are

Brightness and image clarity are very good, only issue is how much the eye relief changes between 4 and 12 power.

Douglas L.

2025-12-18T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Put this on a Marlin

Put this on a Marlin lever action in . 357. Perfect little set up. Great glass as usual from Leupold

John F.

2025-12-18T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great, as advertised. Everything you

Great, as advertised. Everything you expect from Leupold.

Ryan M.

2025-12-15T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Fantastic scope with quick target acquisition

Mounted very easily. Very clear glass and excellent craftsmanship. Very comparable, in my opinion, to VX and VARI-X models. Mounted on an Encore . 458 Win. No problems what-so-ever. Great product.

Stephen S.

2025-12-14T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

I mounted and sighted it

I mounted and sighted it in with ease. Great muzzleloader scope. Very good eye relief and clarity. Both shots I took were dead on during a very cold late season.

Eric H.

2025-12-14T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great optic for my 308

Great optic for my 308 deer rifle. Lightweight, bright and clear.

Jeffrey L.

2025-12-13T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great value for an entry

Great value for an entry level versatile scope.

Richard F.

2025-12-13T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great product

Great product

Steven T.

2025-12-13T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

As always, Leupold glass is

As always, Leupold glass is clear, gathers plenty of light, and the most lightweight on the market

Jason M.

2025-12-11T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

These are excellent quality scopes

These are excellent quality scopes with good clarity. Excellent value also.

James G.

2025-12-10T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great little scope for general

Great little scope for general purpose plinking!

Charles S.

2025-12-08T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

I purchased this scope to

I purchased this scope to mount on lever action rifle and it did not disappoint. Rugged housing, great glass, and above average light transmission makes this a great optic.

Marc W.

2025-12-08T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Fantastic glass, incredible scope for

Fantastic glass, incredible scope for such an affordable price.

John S.

2025-12-08T19:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

This is a great scope

This is a great scope for the money and highly recommend it to anyone looking to outfit a . 22 rifle. I would love to see an illuminated version!

Tyler B.

2025-12-06T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

A really nice scope for

A really nice scope for the money

Daniel P.

2025-12-06T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great scope at a great

Great scope at a great price! Leupold proudly sits atop all my rifles. ????

Rustin W.

2025-12-05T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Haven't got to use it

Haven't got to use it much other than to sight in my rifle. I have it sitting on a 338 win mag. Nice clear glass and looks great on the rifle.

Trevor O.

2025-12-05T19:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Exceeded Expectations

I was very impressed with the quality of glass on this inexpensive scope. The optical clarity was clear edge to edge through the entire magnification range, and the eye box surprisingly forgiving. The reticle is one of the best available for scopes of this form factor. The elevation turret was crisp and tracked appropriately to the corrections however I wish there was more markings than just 0-3-6-9-12, making quick adjustments slightly easier than really having to pay attention to the dial. My other gripe is the lack of a hash mark for the windage turret to show reference to the adjustments being made. I know once the windage is set it will be capped and not used often, but I had to use the lines of my scope rings to have a clear marker of the starting/stopping point of the adjustments. I plan to shoot several different loads through this rifle, having recorded zero corrections, a hashmark to verify appropirate corrections would be very useful. Overall this scope surpassed my expectations and I would take this over other optics like Vortex or Maven in the price range. Several small changes could really make this a perfect 5/5 for the price.

Bordo

2025-12-04T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Always preferred Leopold scopes/glass over

Always preferred Leopold scopes/glass over other high end scopes. Even though priced moderately, Leopold didn't skimp on the quality/craftsmanship with this scope. I highly recommend it. Great scope, excellent glass and clarity.

Eric J.

2025-12-02T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Always dependable & precise.

Great scope! Adjustments always hold true. I "ran the square " when new & both weather extremes. Rock solid construction. Return to Zero is dependable, . 22rf & . 22mag!

Douglas M.

2025-12-02T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Love it

Excellent quality

Randall R.

2025-12-01T19:00:00

Rated 3 out of 5

It was OK. I don't

It was OK. I don't like things that are "OK" so I returned it. I took a chance and thought that it might be above its pay grade, but to me it was right at its pay grade. At this time in my life, I am fortunate enough to be able to pay a little more and get a little more. That's my honest review.

Paul C.

2025-11-28T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

My friend Barry a retired

My friend Barry a retired police officer strongly suggested this scope for my Winchester Xpert rifle in 21 Sharp. Leupold makes a great product and the warranty is exceptional in todays market. Mounted this rifle and even though its a 21 Sharp with low recoil its spot on.

Daniel B.

2025-11-27T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Awesome scope?works great paired with

Awesome scope?works great paired with my 7mm08

Scott G.

2025-11-26T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Leupold optics are the best.

Leupold optics are the best. Cannot beat the value!

Philip H.

2025-11-25T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Close to perfect?. .

The only trim, lightweight, sensible hunting scope left! I have one right now and hope to get a few more. Great eye relief ( both critical and non critical), perfect sized and actually useful dimensions, very clear; just really nothing like this 2-7x33 out there, anymore. The size of the eyepiece aids in low mounting, plenty of light transmission and clarity. Makes a decent replacement for the missing M8/FX 4x33 fixed power. Only negatives are the zoom ring is to large and aggressive, I much prefer the VX-1 and VX-2 zoom rings, and wish the windage and elevation housing was much less boxy and more rounded, like the VX-1/VX-2. Please don't ever discontinue this 2-7x33, Leupold!

Justin H.

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Leupold VX-Freedom Specifications

  • Color

    Matte Black

  • Adjustable Objective

    No

  • Side Focus

    No

  • Elevation Adjustment Type

    Finger Click

  • Locking Dial

    No

  • Revolution Indicator

    No

  • Rezero Type

    Resettable Index Ring

  • Windage Adjustment Type

    Finger Click

  • Custom Dial System (CDS)

    No

  • Custom Dial Compatible

    No

  • BDC Dial Included

    No

  • Reticle Type

    Second Focal Plane

  • Reticle

    Creedmoor Reticle

  • Magnification Type

    Variable

  • Illuminated

    No

  • Nightvision Compatible Illumination

    No

  • Daylight Bright Illumination

    No

  • Motion Sensor Technology (MST)

    No

  • Electronic Reticle Level

    No

  • Guard-Ion Lens Coating

    No

  • Adjustment Value Per Click

    Elevation: 1/4MOA
    Windage: 1/4MOA

  • Adjustment Range (MOA)

    Elevation: 80
    Windage: 80

  • Adjustment Range (MIL)

    Elevation: 23
    Windage: 23

  • Adjustment Range (cm @ 100m)

    Elevation: 233
    Windage: 233

  • Adjustment Per Revolution

    Elevation: 15 MOA
    Windage: 15 MOA

  • Elevation Dial Travel Limit

    Total Scope Travel

  • Magnification

    4-12x

  • Objective Lens Diameter

    40mm

  • Linear FOV (@100yds)

    Low Mag: 21.5' (6.55m)
    High Mag: 10' (3m)

  • Angular FOV

    Low Mag: 4.1 Degree
    High Mag: 1.9 Degree

  • Eye Relief

    Low Mag: 4.9" (124mm)
    High Mag: 3.7" (94mm)

  • Fixed Parallax-Free Distance (yd)

    150 Yards

  • Maintube Diameter

    1" (25.4mm)

  • Length

    12.49" (317mm)

  • Weight

    13.1 oz (371g)

  • UPC Code

    030317026059

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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.

Are you in search of a reliable and versatile riflescope for your mid to long-range shooting needs Look no further than the VX-Freedom 4-12x40mm Riflescope, a matte black marvel that embodies the legendary performance and dependability of Leupold. This lightweight riflescope is designed to enhance your shooting experience, whether you're using it on your trusty hunting rifle or a new addition to your collection.

The VX-Freedom is built around Leupold's Advanced Optical System, a feature that ensures superior light transmission for extended glassing sessions. It also offers best-in-class glare reduction in harsh light, and the resolution and clarity that recreational sportsmen and sportswomen demand.

This riflescope is not just about performance; it's also about durability. It's 100% waterproof, fogproof, and shockproof, designed to withstand extreme temperatures, elevation changes, and shocks. This ensures that the internals of the optics stay moisture-free and crystal clear for life.

The 4-12x40 VX-Freedom Riflescope features a 3:1 Zoom Ratio, a common feature in many scope models. This allows you to dial your power down for close encounters or all the way up for long-range shots, offering three times more magnification at high power than at low power.

The Second Focal Plane design ensures that the reticle stays the same size while the target grows and shrinks when you adjust the magnification. This feature is ideal for lowlight hunting situations and in scopes that don't utilize hash marks for range estimation.

The riflescope also boasts Scratch Resistant Lenses, with hardened surface coatings added to meet extreme military standards in scratch resistance and added lens protection.

The Creedmoor reticle is designed for use with factory 6.5 Creedmoor ammunition, with pre-calculated ballistics that allow for accurate holdovers at maximum magnification. It ensures quick target acquisition with thin lines at the center and specific hold-overs for 300, 400, and 500 yards.

Like all Leupold riflescopes, the VX-Freedom 4-12x40mm is designed, machined, and assembled in the USA and guaranteed for life. It's the perfect blend of performance, versatility, and durability, making it an ideal choice for any rifle in your safe.

Leupold VX-Freedom Features

  • 3:1 Zoom Ratio
  • Advanced Optical System
  • Second Focal Plane
  • Scratch Resistant Lenses
  • Waterproof, Fogproof & Shockproof

Warranty Information

This product has a limited lifetime warranty.

Key Features

  • Experience crystal-clear views with the Leupold VX-Freedom riflescope's superior image clarity.
  • The 4-12x magnification range is ideal for versatile target acquisition at varied distances.
  • Built Leupold tough, this durable riflescope withstands harsh conditions for reliable use.
  • Fine-tune your aim with precise 1/4 MOA adjustments for elevation and windage control.
  • Optimized light transmission ensures a bright, clear sight picture, even in low light.
  • The Creedmoor reticle on the second focal plane helps with accurate long-range shooting.

What's in the box:

  • Leupold 4-12x40 VX-Freedom Riflescope (Matte Black)
  • Leupold Lifetime Limited Warranty