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The VX-3HD 4.5-14x40mm Riflescope has a versatile magnification range of 4.5-14x, making it perfect for both close-range and long-distance viewing.
The Custom Dial System (CDS) allows you to customize your turret to your exact ballistics and environmental conditions. Once the custom dial is installed, you simply range the target, turn the dial to that number, and aim dead on.
The ZeroLock system is designed to prevent accidental dial movement by locking the dial in place. This ensures that your settings remain consistent, providing accurate and reliable results.
Yes, the VX-3HD 4.5-14x40mm Riflescope is built with a lightweight yet sturdy aluminum housing. It also features scratch-resistant lenses that meet extreme military standards for added lens protection.
The Wind-Plex reticle expands on the Duplex reticle, aiding in compensating for crosswinds. It features 1 MOA hash mark increments that extend to 10 MOA on each side, which can be used with any caliber round.
Review Summary
2025-09-14T20:00:00
It's a great scope and very pleased with the scope. I received the cds dial a few days ago and will try it out in a few days.
Henry P.
2025-09-11T20:00:00
Very nice glass! Very clear and easy to use.
Troy B.
2025-09-09T20:00:00
The best hunting scope. FireDot works perfectly in low light. Clear glass with no fogging. Wouldn't buy anything else!
Joe O.
2025-09-08T20:00:00
Love the leupold scope they have worked well for me over the years that why i keep coming back
Jesse T.
2025-09-01T20:00:00
Highly recommend this scope. Great glass.
David
2025-08-30T20:00:00
Love it.
Justin D.
2025-08-29T20:00:00
The rifle is not finished yet. However, the only problem I have ever had with Leupold is from the customs shop. I used to work with a guy here in NC who now works in the custom shop. He sent a really F's up scope. I still need to get that fixed but how can I be sure he won't get it and screw with it some more. Otherwise, Leupold optics are amazing.
wesley g.
2025-08-28T20:00:00
I upgraded from a VX-3 3. 5-10x40 on a 2 piece base to the VX-3HD 4. 5-14x40 on a one piece Backcountry Cross-Slot base using existing rings, for the CDS dial system specifically. I didn't really expect any huge difference upgrading from an older VX-3 model to its successor a few models ahead. I was pleasantly surprised at the differences! Holding them side by side the glass is clearer in the daylight and much clearer in low light on the VX-3HD than its predecessor. The magnification adjustment is much smoother, the throw lever is a nice addition, and not to mention the extra magnification is great! The positive elevation adjustment is lightyears better than the older VX-3! I expect the CDS dial system will be the piece of the puzzle that brings everything together! I just received my custom CDS dial and will be at the range this weekend getting all dialed in for the 2025 season! And as always the quality, fit, and finish is 100% Leupold.
AllTac
2025-08-24T20:00:00
Clear, reliable, great eye relief, excellent warranty. Made in the United States of America. ???? I have been using Leupold scopes for 40 years.
Antonio M.
2025-08-24T20:00:00
Glass is clear gathers light exceptionally well and fairly distortion free. The turret adjustments are crisp and easy to feel. The fire dot could be a little brighter.
Robert T.
2025-08-23T20:00:00
Awesome workmanship
Glen B.
2025-08-15T20:00:00
Good glass
Nathan G.
2025-08-12T20:00:00
The optic does not have enough up and down movement of the reticle. Unhappy with the product.
Camden G.
2025-08-05T20:00:00
Love it!
Michael W.
2025-08-05T20:00:00
I think the optical is quite excellent, and perfectly suited to my purpose. I put it on an Anschutz 22 long rifle with a mannlicher stock. Being a click adjustable scope It works out well on the rifle. The rifle and scope are quite pleasing to the eye.
Bart C.
2025-08-04T20:00:00
Holds up to my expectations. I'm very happy with it.
Kody C.
2025-08-01T20:00:00
Nice scope. Glass is clear and still holding zero. Good low light clarity.
Mark S.
2025-07-27T20:00:00
Top quality as expected. I own over 20 Leupold optics old and new, seems they just keep getting better.
Philip R.
2025-07-27T20:00:00
Impressed with the quality of the material and manufacturing. First high quality scope I have ever owned. I was most impressed with the ease to acquire the target using this reticle pattern.
Robert H.
2025-07-27T20:00:00
Excellent scope, works great on my 300 black out
Matthew L.
2025-07-27T20:00:00
Love this scope! Perfect balance between hunting and shooting with all the necessary bells and whistles
Adam T.
2025-07-26T20:00:00
Solid, sharp
Clarence M.
2025-07-26T20:00:00
This is a great scope. I have 2 of these and am not disappointed. The light the 30 mm tube pulls in during low light conditions is exceptional. The clarity is great. I have had no issues with this scope. Would highly recommend.
Deaton B.
2025-07-22T20:00:00
Awesome scope, from a fantastic company. Going on my Remington 700 cal in 35 whelen. Leopold customer for life
Christopher B.
2025-07-18T20:00:00
Great scope with excellent low light visibility.
matt s.
2025-07-17T20:00:00
Fantastic eye relief, FOV and magnification power for those needing a rifle scope that is light in weight and small in stature. Absolutely perfect for the "woods" rifle or a light mountain rifle.
Robert G.
2025-07-16T20:00:00
I love this scopes and the last few scopes I have bought. I have had no bad experience from the purchasing to customer service when I had a question. They have it figured out and have a customer for life!!
Jeremy S.
2025-07-15T20:00:00
I have always been a fan of Leupold optics as I have several different types from years past. The quality of this scope is true to the Leupold name. I especially like the clarity and the WIND-PLEX reticle. The side focus is a true plus.
David I.
2025-07-13T20:00:00
Due to unforeseen circumstances, I haven't been able to use my new scope yet. I do have an older VX-3 2. 5-8x36 which I have been very satisfied with, and that's why I bought the new one. I may or may not take advantage of the CDS-ZL feature in favor of just sighting in the old fashioned way (high at 100 yards) to maximize point blank range and use estimated holdover beyond that. I think it unlikely I would have time to make adjustments in the field given the nature of the hunting I do in the northeastern woods.
Greg I.
2025-07-13T20:00:00
I have many Leupold scopes because to me they are the best made. I have owned nothing but Leupold since the 1960's
Gary M.
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Burnt Bronze
No
No
Second Focal Plane
CDS-ZL
Yes
No
Set Screw
Finger Click
Yes
No
Second Focal Plane
Wind-Plex
Elite Optical System
Variable
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)
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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.
Find the perfect balance of performance and clarity with the VX-3HD 4.5-14x40mm Riflescope in Burnt Bronze. This high-definition riflescope, renowned for its legendary performance, offers elite optical clarity in a robust yet lightweight package. Its versatile magnification range makes it an ideal choice for both timber and western mountain hunting.
Experience superior performance in low light conditions with the VX-3HD. Thanks to Leupold's Elite Optical System, this riflescope ensures optimal dawn-to-dusk light transmission, providing a bright, clear image when you need it most. Benefit from elite-level glare reduction in harsh light and the resolution and clarity demanded by dedicated hunters and shooters.
The VX-3HD is equipped with match-grade repeatability and user-friendly, ergonomic controls that are easy to read and operate, even when wearing gloves. This riflescope stands out as the best lightweight, low-light hunting scope in its class.
With its low-profile, one-revolution CDS ZeroLock dial, you can trust that your dial will only move when you intend it to. Simply push the button to unlock it, adjust the dial, and then rotate it back to zero to lock it in place. It's as straightforward as that.
The VX-3HD is designed to help you succeed in your hunting endeavors. Like all Leupold riflescopes, it's designed, machined, and assembled in the USA and guaranteed for life.
This riflescope features a 3:1 Zoom Ratio, a common feature in many scope models. This ratio offers three times more magnification at high power than at low power, allowing you to adjust your power for close encounters or long-range shots.
The Custom Dial System (CDS) from Leupold 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 ZeroLock system prevents accidental dial movement by locking it in place. High-definition, calcium-fluoride lenses ensure incredible clarity at all magnification levels. The riflescope also comes with an illuminated reticle, aiding faster target acquisition in low-light situations.
The lightweight aluminum housing offers excellent durability and ruggedness without adding unnecessary weight. A traditional eyepiece lock ring allows you to lock in a focus setting that is best for your eye. The reversible throw lever easily clamps onto specific power-selector rings, making it ideal for quick magnification changes.
The lenses are scratch-resistant, with hardened surface coatings added to meet extreme military standards for added lens protection. The riflescope is waterproof, fogproof, and shockproof, thanks to Leupold's pioneering technology using advanced internal gasses and sealing methods.
The Wind-Plex reticle expands on the Duplex reticle, aiding in compensating for crosswinds. With 1 MOA approximately equal to 1 inch at 100 yards, hash marks are in 1 MOA increments and extend to 10 MOA on each side. This reticle can be used with any caliber round and is best utilized with our CDS (Custom Dial System). The reticle is located on the rear (second) focal plane.