Leupold 4.5-14x40 VX-3HD Riflescope, Matte Black with Second Focal Plane Wind-Plex Reticle, ZL Custom Dial System, 30mm Tube

SKU: LD180623 MFR: 180623
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Key Features

  • Experience crystal-clear views with the Leupold VX-3HD riflescope's superior image clarity.
  • The Wind-Plex reticle on this Leupold scope aids in accurate windage adjustments for precision shots.
  • Enjoy a versatile 4.5-14x magnification range, perfect for various shooting distances and scenarios.
  • Built for lasting performance, this durable Leupold riflescope withstands tough conditions in the field.
  • Customize your shots with the CDS-ZL elevation dial, offering precise and repeatable adjustments.
  • Benefit from excellent light transmission for bright, clear images, even in low-light environments.
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What is the purpose of the second focal plane Wind-Plex reticle in the Leupold VX-3HD 4.5-14x40mm Riflescope?

The second focal plane Wind-Plex reticle enhances accuracy and range estimation at varying distances, making it an ideal feature for both hunting and target shooting.

What is the benefit of the 3:1 zoom ratio in this riflescope?

The 3:1 zoom ratio provides three times more magnification at high power than at low power. This allows you to dial down your power for close encounters or increase it for long-range shots, making the riflescope highly versatile.

What makes the Leupold VX-3HD 4.5-14x40mm Riflescope reliable in various conditions?

The riflescope is waterproof, fogproof, and shockproof. This means it can withstand extreme temperatures, elevation changes, and shocks, ensuring the internals of the optics stay moisture-free and crystal clear for life.

How does the Custom Dial System (CDS) improve my shooting experience?

Leupold's Custom Dial System 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.

What is the purpose of the ZeroLock system in this riflescope?

The ZeroLock system prevents accidental dial movement, enhancing accuracy by locking the dial in place. This ensures your dial will only move when you want it to.

Reviews about this item

Review Summary

2025-11-30T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Slapped this on a 16. 5

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

Rated 5 out of 5

Amazing! Super bright and solid

Amazing! Super bright and solid as expected!

Grant B.

2025-11-27T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Excellent as usual.

Excellent as usual.

Christian S.

2025-11-26T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Excellent scope

Excellent scope

John C.

2025-11-26T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Very clear glass, easy to

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.

2025-11-24T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

The riflescope is of good

The riflescope is of good quality, as expected. I am happy with this purchase.

Michael D.

2025-11-22T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

This is an amazing optic.

This is an amazing optic. I got it for hunting deer and have had a blast using it. My grandad has Parkinson's and fading eyesight and he had no problem shooting a 2in group at 100yards. None of thought that was possible for him, but the red dot in the middle coupled with the extra large objective lens made it easier for his eyes to pick up his target (1" black dot) and crush it. Looking forward to dropping some predators this winter with it! Great optic.

stephen f.

2025-11-22T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

In the USMC, accuracy was

In the USMC, accuracy was alot about the "hold" when zeroing in. We aimed at six o'clock so as to. not lose our sights in the black of the black target. . . the same issue can be a problem with black cross hairs. . . adding the tiny red dot pinpoints ones hold to dead center. Add the bdc feature and with a 100yd zero one has unmatched accuracy up to 500yds with the simple turn of the turret. . . Great product at a reasonable price. Thank you Leupold for helping we veterans.

Ensley C.

2025-11-22T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Amazing performance

Finally got this scope mounted on my . 308. As a former Police Firearms instructor I'm very much impressed with the quality and clarity of this scope. Today at the range, I was able to get approximately 1/2 inch groups with 150 gr. factory ammo from the bench at 100 yards. What really impressed me was when I popped in the CDS dial and moved over to the 200 yard range. Honestly, I was very skeptical of it's ability to put you right on target by simply popping in this dial. The person next to me was no way will that work. It took me all of 30 seconds to install the CDS dial and I asked the shooter next to me for assistance with watching my shot. I took my first shot at a 6 inch steel plate which hit dead center and then 4 follow up shots all hitting dead center. The shooter who assisted me was astounded by the dials accuracy. I only wish that our range had a 300 yard area. Leupold has really stepped it up with a great lineup of quality scopes. Leupold is the only scope that our agency will use and it's the largest agency in the world. They also replaced my Vari-X 2 scope from the 70's no questions asked and also included a CDS dial. Before you consider going to a different brand scope take a look at their new lineup of scopes you won't be disappointed. ????

Joseph G.

2025-11-19T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Dropped a whitetail at 500+

Dropped a whitetail at 500+ yards! Beautiful scope!

David G.

2025-11-19T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Crystal clear glass

Crystal clear glass

James N.

2025-11-18T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great scope for Winchester 1885.

Great scope for Winchester 1885. Will not use CDS feature. Too old school! Leupold ??

George C.

2025-11-16T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Leupold is absolutely all around

Leupold is absolutely all around the best equipment I have used. I have owned several different Leupold scopes, binoculars, and rangefinders and even the less expensive ones have not failed me

Adam T.

2025-11-16T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

This scope is great. I

This scope is great. I love it, just like all of my leupold products.

Daniel L.

2025-11-15T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

This scope is perfect. It's

This scope is perfect. It's clear, love the reticle. Thinking about buying another one just like it.

Alan J.

2025-11-14T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Exactly what I wanted for

Exactly what I wanted for hunting in southwest Washington. It's lightweight, crystal clear, and the magnification range is good for hunting in tight forests but also has the ability to reach across the clearcuts.

Matthew P.

2025-11-13T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

I love a low powered

I love a low powered scope . I hunt in the north woods of northern Wisconsin where an 80 yard shot is a long one . A lot of shots are 50 to 60 yards . Lower power means no over magnification of small branches . It also makes it very easy to find the deer in the scope quickly . It is replacing a 50 year old 1. 75 x 5 scope or a different manufacturer . And clarity now days is superior to my 50 year old scope . It's going on a 1962 Winchester model 100 .

Rick W.

2025-11-11T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

One of the best scope

One of the best scope I have.

James B.

2025-11-10T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

There is no better equipment

There is no better equipment than Leopold. I have been purchasing products for over 50 years and used the product for law-enforcement for 25 years.

Richard A.

2025-11-09T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Phenomenal rifle scope! Shot a

Phenomenal rifle scope! Shot a Montana mule deer at 400 yards and this scope made it easy!

Patrick J.

2025-11-09T19:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

For the price it's one

For the price it's one of best on the market great customer service websites is easy to navigate great product

Justin F.

2025-11-06T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Best scope in the game

Best scope in the game

Anthony C.

2025-11-06T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

VX-3HD 4. 5-14x50 CDS-ZL Illum. FireDot

VX-3HD 4. 5-14x50 CDS-ZL Illum. FireDot Twilight Hunter. Work awesome, great scope for day and night in low light conditions

Tanh N.

2025-11-04T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Put this on my wifes

Put this on my wifes Ruger SFAR and she loves it. The clarity and usability for her is perfect!

Randy O.

2025-11-03T19:00:00

Rated 2 out of 5

Bad paint on outside of scope

The paint on back of tubes runs off very easy I had it laying with barrel end facing floor boar of Polaris general and riding around in pasture rubbed off all paint on rear side of tube showing a copper color underneath

Andrew B.

2025-11-01T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Very good scope.

Very good scope.

Bruce F.

2025-11-01T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Very nice, clear optic for

Very nice, clear optic for the price!

Ernie W.

2025-10-30T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

The Ultimate Workhorse: Bright and Light

As a hunter who spends most of my time in the Midwest woods and farm fringes, this VX-3HD 3. 5-10x40 is absolutely perfect. The 10x top end is plenty for any shot I'm ethically taking, and the low-light performance is what really makes this scope shine. That HD clarity gives me crucial extra minutes at dusk and dawn, and the edge-to-edge sharpness is incredible. It's also super light, which is a blessing when you're packing gear. The CDS dial is the feature that sold me, though. Once you get that custom turret sighted in for your load, there's no more guessing on holdover. It's a simple, fast dial-and-shoot system that gives me total confidence whether the shot is 50 yards or 300. It's rugged, reliable, and simply the best scope I've ever mounted. Highly recommend.

Randy

2025-10-28T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Incredible value and feature-packed! I

Incredible value and feature-packed! I love these VX-3HD optics, from the 30mm main tube to the CDS turret, fast focus eyepiece, and the firedot reticle for those shots at first and last light.

Vic Z.

2025-10-26T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Fine scope

Fine scope

Boyce Y.

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Leupold VX-3HD Specifications

  • Color

    Matte Black

  • Adjustable Objective

    No

  • Side Focus

    Yes

  • 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

    Wind-Plex

  • 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: 95
    Windage: 75

  • Adjustment Range (MIL)

    Elevation: 27.6
    Windage: 21.8

  • Adjustment Range (@ 100m)

    Elevation: 108.7" (276.3cm)
    Windage: 85.90" (218.2cm)

  • 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)

  • Minimum Parallax-Free Distance

    75 Yards

  • Tube Diameter

    1.18" (30mm)

  • Objective Lens Diameter

    40mm

  • Length

    12.69" (322.32mm)

  • Weight

    15.6 oz (442.2g)

  • UPC Code

    030317028596

About Leupold VX-3HD

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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.

The Leupold VX-3HD 4.5-14x40mm Riflescope, presented in a sleek matte black finish, is a high-quality, durable, and reliable choice for hunters and target shooters alike. This versatile riflescope is designed with a second focal plane Wind-Plex reticle, enhancing accuracy and range estimation at varying distances.

Engineered with a 30mm tube and a 40mm objective lens, this riflescope offers a variable power range from 4x to 18x, making it adaptable for both close encounters and long-range shots. Its 3:1 zoom ratio, a common feature in many scope models, provides three times more magnification at high power than at low power.

The VX-3HD is renowned for its elite optical clarity and exceptional performance in low light conditions. Thanks to Leupold's Elite Optical System, this riflescope ensures excellent dawn-to-dusk light transmission, elite-level glare reduction in harsh light, and the resolution and clarity that dedicated hunters and shooters require.

This riflescope is equipped with Leupold's Custom Dial System (CDS), allowing you to customize your turret to your exact ballistics and environmental conditions. The ZeroLock system further enhances accuracy by preventing accidental dial movement.

Constructed with lightweight aluminum housing, the VX-3HD is rugged and durable without adding unnecessary weight to your gear. Its high-definition, calcium-fluoride lenses guarantee incredible clarity at all magnification levels.

Additional features include a lockable eyepiece for a personalized focus setting, scratch-resistant lenses for added protection, and waterproof, fogproof, and shockproof technology for reliable performance in various conditions.

The Wind-Plex reticle expands on the Duplex reticle, aiding in compensating for crosswinds. With hash marks in 1 MOA increments extending to 10 MOA on each side, it can be used with any caliber round and is best utilized with our CDS.

Like all Leupold riflescopes, the VX-3HD is designed, machined, and assembled in the USA, ensuring top-notch quality and performance. This riflescope is not just an accessory; it's a trusted tool designed to help you succeed in your hunting or shooting endeavors.

Leupold VX-3HD Features

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

Warranty Information

This product has a limited lifetime warranty.

Key Features

  • Experience crystal-clear views with the Leupold VX-3HD riflescope's superior image clarity.
  • The Wind-Plex reticle on this Leupold scope aids in accurate windage adjustments for precision shots.
  • Enjoy a versatile 4.5-14x magnification range, perfect for various shooting distances and scenarios.
  • Built for lasting performance, this durable Leupold riflescope withstands tough conditions in the field.
  • Customize your shots with the CDS-ZL elevation dial, offering precise and repeatable adjustments.
  • Benefit from excellent light transmission for bright, clear images, even in low-light environments.

What's in the box:

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