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Leupold 4.5-14x40 VX-3HD Riflescope, Matte Black with Second Focal Plane Duplex Reticle, ZL Custom Dial System, 1" Tube

SKU: LD180619 MFR: 180619
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Key Features

  • Experience versatile shooting with the Leupold 4.5-14x40 VX-3HD riflescope.
  • Enjoy crystal-clear views with the VX-3HD's advanced lens quality for precision shots.
  • The Leupold riflescope's durable matte black finish withstands tough conditions in the field.
  • Fine-tune your aim using the Second Focal Plane Duplex reticle for accurate targeting.
  • Customize elevation adjustments easily with the CDS-ZL custom dial system, locking securely.
  • Get comfortable aiming with generous eye relief, even during extended shooting sessions.
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What is the magnification range of the Leupold 4.5-14x40 VX-3HD Riflescope?

The Leupold 4.5-14x40 VX-3HD Riflescope offers a versatile magnification range from 4.5x up to 14x, making it ideal for both close encounters and long-range shots.

What is the benefit of the second focal plane Duplex reticle?

The second focal plane Duplex reticle allows for accurate aiming at various distances. Its heavy posts stand out against cover in low light for quick target acquisition, while the thin lines at the center enhance precision aiming.

What is the CDS ZeroLock Dial on the Leupold 4.5-14x40 VX-3HD Riflescope?

The CDS ZeroLock dial is a feature that allows for quick, secure adjustments to your scope. It includes a push-button mechanism that prevents inadvertent dial movement, ensuring your settings remain as you intended.

How does the Leupold 4.5-14x40 VX-3HD Riflescope perform in different light conditions?

The riflescope is equipped with Leupold's Elite Optical System, which ensures superior dawn-to-dusk light transmission for bright images. It also provides elite-level glare reduction in harsh light.

Is the Leupold 4.5-14x40 VX-3HD Riflescope durable?

Yes, the riflescope features a robust yet lightweight aluminum housing for unmatched durability. It is also waterproof, fogproof, and shockproof, ensuring its functionality despite extreme environmental conditions.

Shopper : Why Did You Choose This?Tasha B : I chose this one as a gift for my father, he is a shooting enthusiast, my husband advised me to choose Leupold instead of Eotech

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 Compatible

    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 (MOA)

    Elevation: 1/4
    Windage: 1/4

  • Adjustment Range (MOA)

    Elevation: 70
    Windage: 70

  • Adjustment Range (MIL)

    Elevation: 20.4
    Windage: 20.4

  • Adjustment Range (@ 100m)

    Elevation: 80.15" (203.6cm)
    Windage: 80.15" (203.6cm)

  • Adjustment Per Revolution (MOA)

    Elevation: 15
    Windage: 15

  • Elevation Dial Travel Limit

    14.5MOA

  • Magnification

    4.5-14x

  • Linear Field of View (@ 100yds)

    Low Mag: 19.9' (6.06m)
    High Mag: 7.4' (2.25m)

  • Angular Field of View

    Low Mag: 3.8 Degree
    High Mag: 1.4 Degree

  • Eye Relief

    Low Mag: 4.4" (111.76mm)
    High Mag: 3.6" (91.44mm)

  • Fixed Parallax-Free Distance

    150 Yards

  • Tube Diameter

    1" (25.4mm)

  • Objective Lens Diameter

    40mm

  • Length

    12.67" (321.81mm)

  • Weight

    13.3 oz (377.04g)

  • UPC Code

    030317028404

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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.

With the Leupold 4.5-14x40 VX-3HD Riflescope, experience a harmonious blend of high-quality performance and optical excellence, designed to elevate your hunting and target shooting ventures. This riflescope boasts a versatile magnification range, ideal for navigating dense forests or the expansive terrain of western mountains. Its second focal plane Duplex reticle, a hallmark of Leupold's innovation since 1962, features prominent posts for swift target acquisition in low-light conditions, while the thinner center lines enhance precision aiming at various distances.

Crafted for the dedicated hunter and shooter, the VX-3HD is engineered with Leupold's Elite Optical System, ensuring superior dawn-to-dusk light transmission for a vivid, bright image when you need it most. The system also provides elite-level glare reduction and the high-resolution clarity that is essential for discerning outdoorsmen. The riflescope's match-grade repeatability and ergonomic controls are designed for ease of use, even when wearing gloves, ensuring reliable performance in the field.

The robust yet lightweight aluminum housing of the VX-3HD offers unmatched durability without weighing down your rifle. Its high-definition, calcium-fluoride lenses promise exceptional clarity across all magnification levels, ensuring that your view remains sharp and detailed. The scope's low-profile, one-revolution CDS ZeroLock dial is a testament to its precision, allowing for quick and secure adjustments, with a push-button mechanism that prevents inadvertent movement.

Additional features such as the reversible throw lever facilitate rapid magnification changes, enhancing the scope's usability during dynamic shooting situations. The lenses are treated with scratch-resistant coatings that meet rigorous military standards, providing added protection and longevity. Moreover, the riflescope is waterproof, fogproof, and shockproof, thanks to Leupold's pioneering technology that ensures the optics remain clear and functional despite extreme environmental conditions.

In summary, the Leupold 4.5-14x40 VX-3HD Riflescope is a reliable, accurate, and versatile choice for those who demand the best in optical performance. It is a testament to Leupold's commitment to quality, designed, machined, and assembled in the USA, and built to help you achieve success in your hunting and shooting pursuits.

Leupold VX-3HD Features

  • 3:1 Zoom Ratio
  • Custom Dial System Compatible
  • Zero lock dial system
  • High definition
  • Lightweight aluminum housing
  • Lockable eyepiece
  • Elite optical system
  • Reversible throw lever
  • Scratch resistant lenses
  • Waterproof, fogproof & shockproof

Warranty Information

This product has a limited lifetime warranty.

Key Features

  • Experience versatile shooting with the Leupold 4.5-14x40 VX-3HD riflescope.
  • Enjoy crystal-clear views with the VX-3HD's advanced lens quality for precision shots.
  • The Leupold riflescope's durable matte black finish withstands tough conditions in the field.
  • Fine-tune your aim using the Second Focal Plane Duplex reticle for accurate targeting.
  • Customize elevation adjustments easily with the CDS-ZL custom dial system, locking securely.
  • Get comfortable aiming with generous eye relief, even during extended shooting sessions.

What's in the box:

  • Leupold 4.5-14x40 VX-3HD Riflescope (Matte Black)
  • Leupold Lifetime Limited Warranty