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Leupold 2.5-8x36 VX-3HD Riflescope, Matte Black with Second Focal Plane Duplex Reticle, ZL Custom Dial System, 1" Tube

SKU: LD180616 MFR: 180616
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Key Features

  • Experience crystal-clear views with this Leupold riflescope's superior image clarity.
  • The versatile 2.5-8x magnification power is perfect for a variety of hunting scenarios.
  • Built for rugged use, this Leupold VX-3HD riflescope offers exceptional durability.
  • The Duplex reticle on the second focal plane provides a clear and precise aiming point.
  • Customize your shots with the CDS-ZL system for accurate turret adjustments on the fly.
  • Enjoy comfortable shooting with generous eye relief, even during extended use in the field.
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What is the zoom ratio of the VX-3HD 2.5-8x36mm Riflescope?

The VX-3HD 2.5-8x36mm Riflescope has a 3:1 zoom ratio. This means it offers three times more magnification at high power than at low power, allowing you to adjust for close encounters or long-range shots.

What is the Leupold's Elite Optical System?

Leupold's Elite Optical System is a feature in the VX-3HD 2.5-8x36mm Riflescope that ensures superior light transmission from dawn to dusk, providing a bright, clear image when you need it most. It also offers elite-level glare reduction in harsh light, and the resolution and clarity that dedicated hunters and shooters require.

What is the purpose of the CDS ZeroLock dial in the VX-3HD 2.5-8x36mm Riflescope?

The CDS ZeroLock dial in the VX-3HD 2.5-8x36mm Riflescope is designed to ensure your settings remain secure, only moving when you want them to. You can simply push the button to unlock, adjust, and then rotate back to zero to lock it in place.

What materials are used in the construction of the VX-3HD 2.5-8x36mm Riflescope?

The VX-3HD 2.5-8x36mm Riflescope is constructed with high-definition, calcium-fluoride lenses that ensure incredible clarity at all magnification levels. The lenses are also scratch-resistant. The housing of the riflescope is made from lightweight, durable aluminum.

What is the second focal plane duplex reticle in the VX-3HD 2.5-8x36mm Riflescope?

The second focal plane duplex reticle in the VX-3HD 2.5-8x36mm Riflescope is a feature invented by Leupold in 1962. It is defined by heavy posts that stand out against cover in low light, providing quick target acquisition with thin lines at the center. This is the most popular reticle in the world.

Reviews about this item

Review Summary

2026-01-14T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Best scope I've ever owned.

Best scope I've ever owned. Super clear, locking turret is a game changer. 10/10

James C.

2026-01-11T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

I'm super pleased with this

I'm super pleased with this scope. The glass is very bright and the eye relief is great.

christopher g.

2026-01-09T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great scope. nice optics. great

Great scope. nice optics. great size for a 45-70 Marlin

Brian P.

2026-01-08T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great glass! Very nice on

Great glass! Very nice on my hunting setup. Great for Alabama hunting!

Dudley T.

2026-01-05T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Mounted on a 270, good

Mounted on a 270, good clear glass? son loves it

Courtney A.

2026-01-05T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Excellent quality in optics and

Excellent quality in optics and finish. Matches my new Ruger American Rifle finish exactly!!

Mike D.

2026-01-04T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

I love it wouldn't have

I love it wouldn't have another brand.

Matt D.

2026-01-03T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

The optic is clear, it

The optic is clear, it performs well in low light situations with the clearly visible red dot with astigmatism. I love the way they finished out this duplex. I have two of these Twilight scopes and besides the German Reticles of the old custom shop this is my favorite reticle for dawn-dusk hunting.

Kyle C.

2026-01-03T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Outstanding durability, quality and performance.

Outstanding durability, quality and performance. I could not ask for more in a scope.

Randy H.

2026-01-02T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

This scope is clear and

This scope is clear and works great

John R.

2026-01-01T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Works well clear sight picture

Works well clear sight picture and holds 0

kacey b.

2025-12-30T19:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Absolutely love this scope, great

Absolutely love this scope, great midrange tier pricing that delivers. I will say the eye relief at full zoom is near impossible to use however with 14x zoom I haven't really needed the full throw. I was unable to get the scope any closer for additional eye relief (which it needs) due to bevel on scope. I did use leupold xbolt rings so I was disappointed in needing a base plate to achieve desired eye relief. Definitely not disappointed in scopes performance or the lightness.

John S.

2025-12-28T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

This scope pairs well with

This scope pairs well with my ruger 7mm prc predator. Quality optics with long range capability. Love it!

John S.

2025-12-27T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

It is an excellent scope

It is an excellent scope

Lawrence N.

2025-12-27T19:00:00

Rated 3 out of 5

PROS: Great glass Positive tracking

PROS: Great glass Positive tracking clicks Light weight CONS: Zeroing was a a pain dialing down was more difficult than other optics I've worked with.

Casey G.

2025-12-21T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Love it!

Love it!

Michael K.

2025-12-21T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Love this scope? super clear,

Love this scope? super clear, the illuminating fire dot adjusts for daylight or dusk, it's awesome!!! Haven't sent in for the custom dial yet, it's awesome the include it with this scope. The lens flip covers are a great addition, high quality and worth the money!!

Mike B.

2025-12-19T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

very clear- great price

very clear- great price

jesse g.

2025-12-15T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Excellent craftsmanship. Priced well &

Excellent craftsmanship. Priced well & works perfectly for my needs. The CDS is perfect.

Joseph G.

2025-12-15T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Clarity is incredible and the

Clarity is incredible and the firedot adjustability is crazy awesome. The scope is lightweight as well.

Steven M.

2025-12-15T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Outstanding value

This is my 1st Leupold scope and I LOVE IT! I've used other high end brands and wanted a scope for late evening pigs with illumination. This scope fit the bill and ut didn't break the bank. Glass is very clear and the push-button illumination works fantastic. I have since ordered 2 more. I would highly recommend this scope. Outstanding value.

Jerry V.

2025-12-14T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Excellent scope.

Excellent scope.

John A.

2025-12-14T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Its on my 25. 06 and

Its on my 25. 06 and the CDS makes it one of the best scopes I ever had on a 25. 06. Love it, plan on buying more.

Thomas W.

2025-12-14T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

I absolutely love my new

I absolutely love my new Leupold scope, I installed it on my new Henry Supreme in 300 Blackout. I think it's a perfect combination for everything from plinking, to varmints, and deer. The scope and rifle very much compliment each other.

David H.

2025-12-13T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Excellent optic, very clear and

Excellent optic, very clear and easily adjusted. Waiting to work up a load to order the cds dial.

Joseph T.

2025-12-13T19:00:00

Rated 3 out of 5

Have not liked how much

Have not liked how much this scope fogs up in the cold Adirondack weather. Not as impressed with clarity in summer light like everyone raves about. Seems comparable to my other, lesser Leupold scope

Robert H.

2025-12-12T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

It's the perfect size and

It's the perfect size and class for my new 45-70 brush gun going to Alaska with me.

Chip M.

2025-12-11T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

This scope is spit on.

This scope is spit on. The clarity even in low-light is amazing.

John H.

2025-12-10T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Fantastic scope!

Fantastic scope!

Tim M.

2025-12-08T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Awesome

Awesome

Gary S.

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Leupold VX-3HD Specifications

  • Color

    Matte Black

  • Adjustable Objective

    No

  • Side Focus

    No

  • Reticle Focal Plane

    Second Focal Plane

  • Elevation Adjustment Type

    CDS-ZL

  • Locking Dial

    Yes

  • Revolution Indicator

    No

  • Rezero Type

    Set Screw

  • Windage Adjustment Type

    Finger Click

  • Custom Dial System (CDS)

    Yes

  • BDC Dial Included

    No

  • Reticle Type

    Second Focal Plane

  • Reticle

    Duplex

  • 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: 70
    Windage: 70

  • Adjustment Range (MIL)

    Elevation: 20.4
    Windage: 20.4

  • Adjustment Range (@ 100m)

    Elevation: 80" (203.6cm)
    Windage: 80" (203.6cm)

  • Adjustment Per Revolution

    Elevation: 15 MOA
    Windage: 15 MOA

  • Elevation Dial Travel Limit

    14.5MOA

  • Magnification

    2.5-8x

  • Objective Lens Diameter

    36mm

  • Linear FOV (@100yds)

    Low Mag: 37.5' (11.4m)
    High Mag: 13.7' (4.2m)

  • Angular FOV

    Low Mag: 7.2 Degree
    High Mag: 2.6 Degree

  • Eye Relief

    Low Mag: 4.4" (112mm)
    High Mag: 3.6" (91mm)

  • Fixed Parallax-Free Distance (yd)

    150 Yards

  • Maintube Diameter

    1" (25.4mm)

  • Length

    11.42" (290mm)

  • Weight

    11.9 oz (337g)

  • UPC Code

    030317028541

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About Leupold VX-3HD

FEATURED REVIEWS

VX-3HD 1-5-5 Twilight (30mm) - Perfect Short Range Hunting Scope

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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Leupold VX3 HD 4.5-14 Side Focus Riflescope

By Randy H.

Great glass with side adjustment providing shooter with exceptional clarity. Power adjustment is smooth and gives enough range for hunting wood lots in the East to the wide open expanses of the West. CDS dial allows easy ranging of distance without holdover. Leupold optics have always served me very well in my hunting and shooting endeavors.

Bring your hunting and shooting experience to the next level with the VX-3HD 2.5-8x36mm Riflescope, a matte black marvel of optical technology. This high-performance riflescope, renowned for its extreme clarity and legendary performance, is an ideal companion for timber hunting and mid-range shots.

Crafted with Leupold's Elite Optical System, the VX-3HD Riflescope ensures superior light transmission from dawn to dusk, providing a bright, clear image when you need it most. This system also offers elite-level glare reduction in harsh light, and the resolution and clarity that dedicated hunters and shooters require.

Designed with user-friendly features, the VX-3HD Riflescope boasts match-grade repeatability and ergonomic controls that are easy to read and use, even with gloves on. The low-profile, one-revolution CDS ZeroLock dial ensures your settings remain secure, only moving when you want them to. Simply push the button to unlock, adjust, and then rotate back to zero to lock it in place.

The 3:1 zoom ratio, common in many scope models, offers three times more magnification at high power than at low power. This allows you to adjust your power for close encounters or dial it up for long-range shots.

The riflescope is also compatible with Leupold's Custom Dial System (CDS), allowing you to customize your turret to your exact ballistics and environmental conditions. Once your custom dial is installed, simply range the target, turn the dial to that number, and aim with precision.

Constructed with high-definition, calcium-fluoride lenses, the VX-3HD Riflescope ensures incredible clarity at all magnification levels. The lenses are also scratch-resistant, meeting extreme military standards for added protection.

The lightweight aluminum housing offers excellent durability and ruggedness without adding unnecessary weight. The lockable eyepiece allows you to lock in a focus setting that is best for your eye, while the reversible throw lever clamps onto specific power-selector rings, making quick magnification changes a breeze.

The VX-3HD Riflescope is waterproof, fogproof, and shockproof, thanks to Leupold's pioneering technology. It uses advanced internal gasses and sealing methods that withstand extreme temperatures, elevation changes, and shocks, ensuring the internals of the optics stay moisture-free and crystal clear for life.

The second focal plane duplex reticle, invented by Leupold in 1962, is defined by heavy posts that stand out against cover in low light, providing quick target acquisition with thin lines at the center. This is the most popular reticle in the world, and it's included in your VX-3HD Riflescope.

Like all Leupold riflescopes, the VX-3HD 2.5-8x36mm is designed, machined, and assembled in the USA and guaranteed for life. This riflescope is not just a tool, but a game-changer, designed to help you succeed in your hunting and shooting endeavors.

Leupold VX-3HD Features

  • 3:1 Zoom Ratio
  • Custom Dial System Compatible
  • Zero Lock Dial
  • High Definition
  • Scratch Resistant Lenses
  • Lightweight Aluminum Housing
  • Elite Optical System
  • Lockable Eyepiece
  • Reversible Throw Lever
  • Waterproof, Fogproof & Shockproof

Warranty Information

This product has a limited lifetime warranty.

Key Features

  • Experience crystal-clear views with this Leupold riflescope's superior image clarity.
  • The versatile 2.5-8x magnification power is perfect for a variety of hunting scenarios.
  • Built for rugged use, this Leupold VX-3HD riflescope offers exceptional durability.
  • The Duplex reticle on the second focal plane provides a clear and precise aiming point.
  • Customize your shots with the CDS-ZL system for accurate turret adjustments on the fly.
  • Enjoy comfortable shooting with generous eye relief, even during extended use in the field.

What's in the box:

  • Leupold 2.5-8x36 VX-3HD Riflescope (Matte Black)
  • Leupold Lifetime Limited Warranty