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The Elite Optical System in the VX-3HD 1.5-5x20mm Riflescope ensures excellent dawn-to-dusk light transmission, providing a bright, clear image when it's most needed. It also offers elite-level glare reduction in harsh light, and the resolution and clarity that dedicated hunters and shooters demand.
The Custom Dial System (CDS) allows you to customize your turret to your exact ballistics and environmental conditions. Once your new custom dial is installed, simply range the target, turn the dial to that number, and aim dead on.
A 3:1 zoom ratio means the riflescope provides three times more magnification at high power than at low power. This versatile feature allows you to adjust your power down for close encounters or crank it up for long-range shots.
Yes, the VX-3HD 1.5-5x20mm Riflescope is constructed with a lightweight aluminum housing, offering excellent durability and ruggedness without adding unnecessary weight. It's also waterproof, fogproof, and shockproof, thanks to Leupold's pioneering technology using advanced internal gasses and sealing methods.
The second focal plane duplex reticle, invented by Leupold in 1962, features heavy posts that stand out against cover in low light, thin lines at the center for quick target acquisition, and is the most popular reticle worldwide.
Review Summary
2026-02-19T19:00:00
exceeds expectations
Don L.

2026-02-19T19:00:00
Such great clarity from a great price point of not breaking the bank. Perfect option for mid level caliber rifle.
Mark S.

2026-02-18T19:00:00
Great scope per cost. FireDot and magnification for the money can't be beat. Great product
Tom M.

2026-02-18T19:00:00
Great scope. Typical Leupold quality.
Pasqualino I.

2026-02-17T19:00:00
Always the best from Leupold!
John S.

2026-02-16T19:00:00
I use it at 50' on a 22 rimfire benchrest shooting. Like that you can adjust the parallax down to be able to shoot 50'. Would recommend this scope for a 22 rimfire.
Michael H.

2026-02-16T19:00:00
The clarity and versatility of this scope make it a perfect fit for our combat veteran/ first responders program, The Veterans Afield Foundation. Wether hunting close quarters in thick timber and low light or open country and long range this scope adapts to the circumstances.
David H.

2026-02-13T19:00:00
Perfect for what I wanted. Great scope for a good price.
Mark N.

2026-02-13T19:00:00
Wonderful optic, great value. Highly recommend!
Owen K.

2026-02-13T19:00:00
As usual Leupold Scopes are awesome we put this scope on our 22 rifles and we're hitting a 4" gong at 210 yards! We're really enjoying these scopes.
Suanne S.

2026-02-12T19:00:00
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2026-02-11T19:00:00
All the optics I bought from you guys are great
Scott L.

2026-02-11T19:00:00
Upgraded from a VX 3 50 that I have had 15 plus years. The 50 was great but the new HD with the 40 obj. provided even better clarity and brightness. Also, great customer service
Kevin D.

2026-02-09T19:00:00
Great scope.
Luis F.

2026-02-08T19:00:00
Great low light capabilities and perfect for hunting my areas in the southeast.
Thomas C.

2026-02-06T19:00:00
Needed a scope to see better in the shadows. This one fulfills the need nicely. Optics's are clear and concise.
Randy B.

2026-02-05T19:00:00
This is a great scope for the money tracks good and very clear
Brian E.

2026-02-03T19:00:00
Outstanding Performance
Martin F.

2026-02-02T19:00:00
Great scope for hunting looks great on my Evoke
Jason L.

2026-02-02T19:00:00
Love the scope, just received my cds dial and it's not satisfactory. Please contact me regarding replacing the dial.
Michael S.

2026-02-02T19:00:00
I love it so far but have not been to the range yet.
W R.

2026-02-02T19:00:00
Great quality. Very durable and easy to use cds
John B.

2026-02-02T19:00:00
The scope is great, but its hard to use when yall don't mounts in stock and or you have removed many of the 30 mm rings, not to mention the bases.
Chris K.

2026-02-01T19:00:00
I have not used this in a hunting situation yet but my initial impression is positive about this scope. I sighted it in on my 6. 8 western with no issues. The glass is crystal clear
David L.

2026-01-28T19:00:00
Great shopping experience, fast delivery. I really like the red fire dot to help focus on the target. The CDS dial was delivered quick and looks great.
Thomas B.

2026-01-27T19:00:00
Very nice scope haven't had a chance to use been to cold here in Alaska but I'm sure the scope will live up to the great dependability and accuracy that all my Luepold scopes have in the 50 years I have been using Luepold scopes on all my rifles Thanks for a great product! David Costa
David C.

2026-01-26T19:00:00
amazing clarity, love this scope. Highly recommend
Angelo T.

2026-01-23T19:00:00
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Jonathan W.

2026-01-21T19:00:00
Excellent value. Works great on my AR
Kim D.

2026-01-19T19:00:00
Very clear and accurate.
DAVE L.

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Matte Black
No
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Second Focal Plane
CDS-ZL
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Set Screw
Finger Click
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Second Focal Plane
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Elevation: 1/4MOA
Windage: 1/4MOA
Elevation: 125
Windage: 125
Elevation: 36.4
Windage: 36.4
Elevation: 143" (363.6cm)
Windage: 143" (363.6cm)
Elevation: 15 MOA
Windage: 15 MOA
14.5MOA
1.5-5x
20mm
Low Mag: 67.6' (20.6m)
High Mag: 24.1' (7.3m)
Low Mag: 12.9 Degree
High Mag: 4.6 Degree
Low Mag: 4.4" (112mm)
High Mag: 3.6" (91mm)
150 Yards
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9.71" (247mm)
10.1 oz (286g)
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By Chris G.
I waited patiently for these to become available and grabbed one as soon as they were in stock. This scope replaced a Steiner PX4i 1-4 on my 450 Bushmaster deer rifle and it checks all the boxes. The Steiner was an awesome scope, but this one is clearer, brighter, lighter, and just as rugged - without a cluttered/busy reticle. I love the duplex width and the Firedot is just what I need for those last minute shots. The distances I shoot don?t require dialing the elevation turret, but the ZL w...
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With the VX-3HD 1.5-5x20mm Riflescope from Leupold, experience legendary performance and extreme clarity in a compact, lightweight package. This high-quality and durable riflescope is your perfect companion for close to mid-range shots, whether you're engaged in hunting or practicing at the range.
Designed for superior performance in low light conditions, the VX-3HD features Leupold's Elite Optical System. This advanced system ensures excellent dawn-to-dusk light transmission, providing a bright, clear image when you need it the most. It also offers elite-level glare reduction in harsh light, and the resolution and clarity that dedicated hunters and shooters demand.
The riflescope boasts match-grade repeatability and ergonomic controls that are easy to read and use, even when wearing gloves. Its low-profile, one-revolution CDS ZeroLock dial ensures your settings remain intact, moving only when you want it to. Simply push the button to unlock, adjust, and then rotate back to zero to lock it in place.
The VX-3HD 1.5-5x20mm Riflescope also features a 3:1 zoom ratio, providing three times more magnification at high power than at low power. This versatile feature allows you to adjust your power down for close encounters or crank it up for long-range shots.
Leupold's Custom Dial System (CDS) allows you to customize your turret to your exact ballistics and environmental conditions. Once your new custom dial is installed, simply range the target, turn the dial to that number, and aim dead on.
The riflescope also includes high-definition, calcium-fluoride lenses for incredible clarity at all magnification levels, a reversible throw lever for quick magnification changes, and a lockable eyepiece for a focus setting that suits your eye.
Constructed with a lightweight aluminum housing, this riflescope offers excellent durability and ruggedness without adding unnecessary weight. It's also waterproof, fogproof, and shockproof, thanks to Leupold's pioneering technology using advanced internal gasses and sealing methods.
The second focal plane duplex reticle, invented by Leupold in 1962, features heavy posts that stand out against cover in low light, thin lines at the center for quick target acquisition, and is the most popular reticle worldwide.
Like all Leupold riflescopes, the VX-3HD 1.5-5x20mm is designed, machined, and assembled in the USA, offering you a reliable and accurate riflescope that's built to last.