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Leupold 4.5-14x50 VX-3HD Riflescope, Matte Black with Second Focal Plane Duplex Reticle, ZL Custom Dial System, 1" Tube

SKU: LD180622 MFR: 180622
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Key Features

  • Experience crystal-clear views with this Leupold riflescope's enhanced image clarity.
  • Achieve precision at varying distances using the 4.5-14x magnification range for hunting.
  • Depend on the VX-3HD riflescope's rugged durability, built to withstand harsh conditions.
  • The Duplex reticle on the second focal plane offers a clear, uncluttered sight picture.
  • Make precise adjustments with the custom dial system (CDS-ZL) for elevation control.
  • Enjoy a lifetime of reliable performance with Leupold's limited lifetime warranty scope.
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2025-07-27T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Top quality as expected. I

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

Rated 5 out of 5

Impressed with the quality of

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

Rated 5 out of 5

Excellent scope, works great on

Excellent scope, works great on my 300 black out

Matthew L.

2025-07-27T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Love this scope! Perfect balance

Love this scope! Perfect balance between hunting and shooting with all the necessary bells and whistles

Adam T.

2025-07-26T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Solid, sharp

Solid, sharp

Clarence M.

2025-07-26T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

This is a great scope.

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

Rated 5 out of 5

Awesome scope, from a fantastic

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

Rated 5 out of 5

Great scope with excellent low

Great scope with excellent low light visibility.

matt s.

2025-07-17T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Fantastic eye relief, FOV and

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

Rated 5 out of 5

I love this scopes and

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

Rated 5 out of 5

I have always been a

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

Rated 5 out of 5

Due to unforeseen circumstances, I

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

Rated 5 out of 5

I have many Leupold scopes

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.

2025-07-07T20:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

The scope is crystal clear

The scope is crystal clear and well made as you'd expect from Leupold. The only reason for the four stars is I feel there could be more adjustment and if it had more it'd definitely get the fifth star from me. Over all I'd definitely buy it again and recommend it.

Chris B.

2025-07-06T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

best bang for the buck!

best scope ive ever owned, in three years mine has two elk,five whitetails and three hogs. it has not let me down yet. next is pronghorn. . the other three guys in my camp have also changed to the vx3

brian m.

2025-07-06T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Very clear glass. Love the

Very clear glass. Love the fire dot.

Karl Z.

2025-07-06T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Awesome scope.

Awesome scope.

Daniel M.

2025-07-06T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

This scope is a great

This scope is a great scope for the 360 buck hammer, or any lever gun. I mounted it with extra low ring and removed the rear buck horn sights, and the rifle balances the same as a gun without a scope. The gun is zero at 100 yard and I am able to dial to 200 yards to maximize the buck hammer potential. This scope will be my go too for future lever gun I plan on buying.

Jason T.

2025-07-04T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Wonderful optic

Wonderful optic

Ronnie D.

2025-07-01T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Excellent value for a very

Excellent value for a very capable scope.

David L.

2025-06-30T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great scope for the money

Great scope for the money

Justin P.

2025-06-28T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Mounted on . 357 Marlin 1894.

Mounted on . 357 Marlin 1894. The optics are amazing. Perfect match for the setup

Andrew F.

2025-06-24T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Mounted this on a browning

Mounted this on a browning 270 and sighted it in took it on a bear hunt and dropped it off the pack to a rock dented the front of the scope but it kept its zero and works as it did great scope as always Leupold is quality

Lynn w.

2025-06-22T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Like all my leupold products

Like all my leupold products service and workmanship are top notch, never a regret ! Thanks so much

Gregory F.

2025-06-22T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Matches my gun perfectly! looking

Matches my gun perfectly! looking forward to get it on the range and get a dial set up for it!

Justus L.

2025-06-17T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

CDS dead on

Mounted the 3. 5x10x50 on my Browning X Bolt in 7mm-08. I took it to the range today and zeroed at 200 with custom reloads the rifle likes. 140 grain Sierra Gamekings @ 2800 fps. I then turned the custom dial to 300. Shot one time at the 300 yard target. It was right in the x ring.

Dwight B.

2025-06-17T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great scope!

Great scope!

Robert M.

2025-06-07T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great lens quality and very

Great lens quality and very bright in low light conditions.

Richard M.

2025-06-06T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Clear optic, lightweight, solid build

Clear optic, lightweight, solid build quality - no surprise there!

Bradley R.

2025-06-04T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great quality and crystal clear!

Great quality and crystal clear!

Jeffrey B.

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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: 20.5' (6.24m)
    High Mag: 7.6' (2.31m)

  • Angular Field of View

    Low Mag: 3.9 Degree
    High Mag: 1.5 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

    50mm

  • Length

    12.29" (312.16mm)

  • Weight

    15 oz (425.2g)

  • UPC Code

    030317028572

About Leupold VX-3HD

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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.

Just when you thought precision and clarity couldn't get any better, the VX-3HD 4.5-14x50mm Riflescope steps into the spotlight. This matte black, second focal plane duplex reticle scope is a testament to Leupold's commitment to superior optical performance. It's not just a riflescope; it's a game-changer for hunting and shooting enthusiasts.

The VX-3HD 4.5-14x50mm Riflescope is a marvel of engineering, offering a popular magnification range and a larger objective lens that's ideal for both timber and western mountain hunting. The scope's high-definition, calcium-fluoride lenses ensure unparalleled clarity across all magnification levels, making it the best lightweight, low-light hunting scope in its class.

With Leupold's Elite Optical System, this riflescope guarantees exceptional dawn-to-dusk light transmission, providing a bright image when it matters most. It also offers elite-level glare reduction in harsh light, and the resolution and clarity that diehard hunters and shooters demand.

The scope's ergonomic controls are easy to read and use, even with gloves on, and its match-grade repeatability ensures consistent performance. The low-profile, one-revolution CDS ZeroLock dial is a standout feature, offering confidence that your dial will only move when you want it to. Simply push the button to unlock it, dial, and then rotate it back to zero to lock it in place.

The 3:1 zoom ratio is a common feature in many scope models, offering three times more magnification at high power than at low power. This allows you to dial your power down for close encounters or all the way 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 ZeroLock system eliminates accidental dial movement by locking it in place, while the 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 VX-3HD 4.5-14x50mm Riflescope also boasts scratch-resistant lenses that meet extreme military standards for added lens protection. Leupold's pioneering waterproof, fogproof, and shockproof technology ensures the internals of the optics stay moisture-free and crystal clear for life.

The Duplex reticle, invented by Leupold in 1962, is defined by heavy posts that stand out against cover in low light, ensuring quick target acquisition with thin lines at the center. It's the most popular reticle in the world and is located on the rear (second) focal plane of this riflescope.

Like all Leupold riflescopes, the VX-3HD 4.5-14x50mm is designed, machined, and assembled in the USA and guaranteed for life. It's not just a riflescope; it's a tool designed to help you tag out.

Leupold VX-3HD Features

  • 3:1 Zoom Ratio
  • Custom Dial System Compatible
  • Zero lock dial system
  • High definition
  • 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 crystal-clear views with this Leupold riflescope's enhanced image clarity.
  • Achieve precision at varying distances using the 4.5-14x magnification range for hunting.
  • Depend on the VX-3HD riflescope's rugged durability, built to withstand harsh conditions.
  • The Duplex reticle on the second focal plane offers a clear, uncluttered sight picture.
  • Make precise adjustments with the custom dial system (CDS-ZL) for elevation control.
  • Enjoy a lifetime of reliable performance with Leupold's limited lifetime warranty scope.

What's in the box:

  • Leupold 4.5-14x50 VX-3HD Riflescope (Matte Black)
  • Leupold Lifetime Limited Warranty