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The second focal plane Boone & Crockett reticle in the VX-3HD 4.5-14x40mm Riflescope allows for accurate aiming and ranging at different distances. It provides aiming points up to 500 or 600 yards and includes longer horizontal marks for 10mph wind holds, making it ideal for large game applications.
Leupold's Elite Optical System offers superior light transmission from dawn to dusk, ensuring a bright, clear image when it matters most. It also provides elite-level glare reduction in harsh light conditions.
The Custom Dial System allows you to customize your turret to your exact ballistics and environmental conditions. The ZeroLock feature ensures your dial remains in place, eliminating accidental movement for precise adjustments.
The VX-3HD 4.5-14x40mm Riflescope is housed in a lightweight, yet robust aluminum casing, offering excellent durability. It is also waterproof, fogproof, and shockproof, ensuring optimal performance in various weather conditions and terrains.
Like all Leupold riflescopes, the VX-3HD 4.5-14x40mm is designed, machined, and assembled in the USA, guaranteeing the highest quality and performance.
Review Summary
2025-12-28T19:00:00
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
It is an excellent scope
Lawrence N.

2025-12-21T19:00:00
Love it!
Michael K.

2025-12-21T19:00:00
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
very clear- great price
jesse g.

2025-12-15T19:00:00
Excellent craftsmanship. Priced well & works perfectly for my needs. The CDS is perfect.
Joseph G.

2025-12-15T19:00:00
Clarity is incredible and the firedot adjustability is crazy awesome. The scope is lightweight as well.
Steven M.

2025-12-15T19:00:00
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
Excellent scope.
John A.

2025-12-14T19:00:00
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
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
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
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
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
This scope is spit on. The clarity even in low-light is amazing.
John H.

2025-12-10T19:00:00
Fantastic scope!
Tim M.

2025-12-08T19:00:00
Awesome
Gary S.

2025-12-07T19:00:00
Scope is great, light weight, and all what I expected it to be. First time buying a Leupold scope and look forward to using more of their products in the future.
David Z.

2025-12-07T19:00:00
Excellent clarity Dot size and brightness a great during low light or distance situations Actuation button is easily manipulated with a gloved hand Zero Lock button is large enough for easy use
Chad H.

2025-12-03T19:00:00
Finally replaced a budget scope on my deer rifle with this quality scope. Nice and clear in low light. Got a CDS dial for my cartridge and spent time at the range to ensure it was on at several yardages. First time out this year had a nice eight point ranged at 175 yards - adjusted the CDS to that range and the bullet went exactly where I was aiming.
Dean M.

2025-12-03T19:00:00
I love the fire dot my only issue is the button to activate the red dot isn't very user friendly. Also I thought I had it turned off and when I took it out of my case and looked through the scope it was already activated. I have been removing the battery to ensure it doesn't activate prematurely.
James S.

2025-12-02T19:00:00
Awesome minimalist scope. Love the FireDot Twilight reticle
Thomas B.

2025-12-01T19:00:00
This scope does not focus well. I have other Leopold scopes with 1 focal plane wherein both the crosshairs and target are clear. This scope does not fit the bill for the price.
Nick G.

2025-11-30T19:00:00
Slapped this on a 16. 5 inch bolt action . 308, perfect scope for the rifle, small and light weight with excellent glass. CDS turret was delivered a few days after putting the order in and was very simple to sight in. Couldn't be happier with the rifle and scope that I got for my wife and daughters to use this past deer season
Robert S.

2025-11-29T19:00:00
Amazing! Super bright and solid as expected!
Grant B.

2025-11-28T19:00:00
Need a vice grip to move power ring, still won't go past 10x. Not enough elevation adjustment to zero in low rings. Guess I finally got a dud.
Jon S.

2025-11-27T19:00:00
Excellent as usual.
Christian S.

2025-11-26T19:00:00
Excellent scope
John C.

2025-11-26T19:00:00
Very clear glass, easy to sight in. Only complaint wish the red dot was brighter. On the brightest setting on a sunny day the red dot is dim
Nicholas L.

2025-11-26T19:00:00
Did not like it
Robert H.

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Matte Black
No
No
Second Focal Plane
CDS-ZL
Yes
No
Set Screw
Finger Click
Yes
No
Second Focal Plane
Boone & Crockett
Variable
No
No
No
No
No
No
Elevation: 1/4
Windage: 1/4
Elevation: 70
Windage: 70
Elevation: 20.4
Windage: 20.4
Elevation: 80.15" (203.6cm)
Windage: 80.15" (203.6cm)
Elevation: 15
Windage: 15
14.5MOA
4.5-14x
Low Mag: 19.9' (6.06m)
High Mag: 7.4' (2.25m)
Low Mag: 3.8 Degree
High Mag: 1.4 Degree
Low Mag: 4.4" (111.76mm)
High Mag: 3.6" (91.44mm)
150 Yards
1" (25.4mm)
40mm
12.67" (321.81mm)
13.3 oz (377.04g)
030317028367

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The lightweight aluminum housing offers excellent durability without adding unnecessary weight, while the lockable eyepiece allows you to lock in a focus setting that is best for your eye. The riflescope is also waterproof, fogproof, and shockproof, ensuring optimal performance in various weather conditions and terrains.
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Like all Leupold riflescopes, the VX-3HD 4.5-14x40mm is designed, machined, and assembled in the USA, guaranteeing the highest quality and performance. With its advanced features and superior design, this riflescope is a valuable addition to any hunter or shooter's gear.