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Leupold 3.5-10x40 VX-3HD Riflescope, Matte Black with Illuminated Second Focal Plane FireDot Twilight Hunter Reticle, ZL Custom Dial System, 30mm Tube

SKU: LD180627 MFR: 180627
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Key Features

  • Leupold VX-3HD riflescope offers bright, crisp images with its elite optical system.
  • Twilight Hunter reticle excels in low-light, extending your prime hunting hours.
  • 3.5-10x40mm magnification is ideal for versatile shooting, from thick woods to open fields.
  • Custom Dial System (CDS-ZL) provides fast, accurate elevation adjustments in the field.
  • Enjoy a durable, lightweight scope at 14.5 oz, built to withstand harsh conditions.
  • Illuminated FireDot reticle ensures rapid target acquisition, increasing hunting success.
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2026-02-09T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great scope.

Great scope.

Luis F.

2026-02-08T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great low light capabilities and

Great low light capabilities and perfect for hunting my areas in the southeast.

Thomas C.

2026-02-06T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Needed a scope to see

Needed a scope to see better in the shadows. This one fulfills the need nicely. Optics's are clear and concise.

Randy B.

2026-02-05T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

This is a great scope

This is a great scope for the money tracks good and very clear

Brian E.

2026-02-03T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Outstanding Performance

Outstanding Performance

Martin F.

2026-02-02T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great scope for hunting looks

Great scope for hunting looks great on my Evoke

Jason L.

2026-02-02T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Love the scope, just received

Love the scope, just received my cds dial and it's not satisfactory. Please contact me regarding replacing the dial.

Michael S.

2026-02-02T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

I love it so far

I love it so far but have not been to the range yet.

W R.

2026-02-02T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great quality. Very durable and

Great quality. Very durable and easy to use cds

John B.

2026-02-01T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

I have not used this

I have not used this in a hunting situation yet but my initial impression is positive about this scope. I sighted it in on my 6. 8 western with no issues. The glass is crystal clear

David L.

2026-01-28T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great shopping experience, fast delivery.

Great shopping experience, fast delivery. I really like the red fire dot to help focus on the target. The CDS dial was delivered quick and looks great.

Thomas B.

2026-01-27T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Very nice scope haven't had

Very nice scope haven't had a chance to use been to cold here in Alaska but I'm sure the scope will live up to the great dependability and accuracy that all my Luepold scopes have in the 50 years I have been using Luepold scopes on all my rifles Thanks for a great product! David Costa

David C.

2026-01-26T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

amazing clarity, love this scope.

amazing clarity, love this scope. Highly recommend

Angelo T.

2026-01-23T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

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Jonathan W.

2026-01-21T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Excellent value. Works great on

Excellent value. Works great on my AR

Kim D.

2026-01-19T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Very clear and accurate.

Very clear and accurate.

DAVE L.

2026-01-17T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great glass, tight groups, smooth

Great glass, tight groups, smooth and positive adjustments, durable, excellent

Steve I.

2026-01-17T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Sharpness and clarity is second

Sharpness and clarity is second to none. I have several Leupold scopes and have never been let down. The fine duplex is fantastic for the coyote hunting I do in the winter. Edges of this glass is crystal clear even at max magnification.

Ryan P.

2026-01-16T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great scope for my Ruger

Great scope for my Ruger made Marlin 1895 Trapper MagPul Edition in 45-70. I loved the ease of use of the FireDot control. The scope is durable, looks great on my rifle and most of all, it functioned flawlessly on its maiden voyage on a Texas Whitetail/Aoudad/Hog hunt. It was perfect for shots out to 150-175 yards.

Rudy W.

2026-01-16T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

I like it clarity is

I like it clarity is good

richard r.

2026-01-14T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Purchased 2 of these scopes

Purchased 2 of these scopes for 2 straight wall cartridge firearms. They are absolutely perfect for this application. Love these scopes and will be purchasing a couple more in the future.

Kelly T.

2026-01-14T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Leupold never disappoints and is

Leupold never disappoints and is the only optics I rely on.

Michael R.

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.

2026-01-14T19:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

always good

always good

Richard S.

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.

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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 System (CDS)

    Yes

  • Custom Dial Compatible

    Yes

  • BDC Dial Included

    No

  • Reticle Type

    Illuminated

  • Reticle

    Illum. FireDot Twilight Hunter

  • Magnification Type

    Variable

  • Switch Type

    Push Button

  • Nightvision Compatible Illumination

    No

  • Daylight Bright Illumination

    Yes

  • Electronic Reticle Level

    No

  • Guard-ion Lens Coating

    No

  • Adjustment Value per Click

    Elevation: 1/4MOA
    Windage: 1/4MOA

  • Adjustment Range (MOA)

    Elevation: 75
    Windage: 60

  • Adjustment Range (MIL)

    Elevation: 21.8
    Windage: 17.5

  • Adjustment Range (@ 100m)

    Elevation: 86" (218.2cm)
    Windage: 69" (174.5cm)

  • Adjustment Per Revolution

    Elevation: 15 MOA
    Windage: 15 MOA

  • Elevation Dial Travel Limit

    14.5MOA

  • Magnification

    3.5-10x

  • Objective Lens Diameter

    40mm

  • Linear FOV (@100yds)

    Low Mag: 29' (8.8m)
    High Mag: 11' (3.3m)

  • Angular FOV

    Low Mag: 5.5 Degree
    High Mag: 2.1 Degree

  • Eye Relief

    Low Mag: 4.4" (112mm)
    High Mag: 3.6" (91mm)

  • Fixed Parallax-Free Distance (yd)

    150 Yards

  • Number of Illum Settings

    8

  • Maintube Diameter

    1.18" (30mm)

  • Battery Life

    Low Intensity: 1600hr
    Medium Intensity: 1000hr
    High Intensity: 300hr

  • Battery Info

    Required, Included

  • Battery Material

    Lithium

  • Battery Type

    CR2032

  • Battery Quantity

    1

  • Length

    12.7" (323mm)

  • Weight

    14.5 oz (411g)

  • UPC Code

    030317028503

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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.

What sets the VX-3HD 3.5-10x40mm Riflescope apart is its legendary performance, extreme clarity, and rugged durability, all packed into a lightweight, matte black design. This versatile riflescope is equipped with a range of magnification that can adapt to virtually any scenario, making it an essential tool for any serious hunter or shooter.

Engineered with Leupold's Elite Optical System, the VX-3HD Riflescope offers superior light transmission from dawn to dusk, ensuring a bright, clear image when you need it most. This system also provides elite-level glare reduction in harsh light, and the resolution and clarity that dedicated hunters and shooters require.

The riflescope features an illuminated Second Focal Plane FireDot Twilight Hunter Reticle, complete with seven brightness settings and an easy-to-use illumination dial. This allows for fast target acquisition, even in harsh daylight conditions. The riflescope also boasts match-grade repeatability and ergonomic controls that are easy to read and use, even when wearing gloves.

The VX-3HD Riflescope is equipped with a low-profile, one-revolution CDS ZeroLock dial, ensuring your dial only moves when you want it to. With a simple push of a button, you can 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 adjust your power for close encounters or dial it up for long-range shots.

The ZeroStop system creates a backstop when returning the dial back to zero, preventing accidental full revolution in the wrong direction. The ZeroLock system further enhances this feature by locking the dial in place, eliminating accidental dial movement.

High-definition, calcium-fluoride lenses ensure incredible clarity at all magnification levels. The scope also comes with an illuminated reticle, aiding faster target acquisition in low-light situations.

The Motion Sensor Technology (MST) extends battery life by automatically deactivating illuminated reticles after five minutes of inactivity and reactivates instantly as soon as movement is detected.

The FireDot Twilight Hunter Illumination is designed specifically for low-light situations, providing a simple aiming point with no distractions. Thin lines obscure less of the target and image, while FireDot technology guides your eye to the center of the reticle for quick target acquisition.

Like all Leupold riflescopes, the VX-3HD 3.5-10x40mm Riflescope is designed, machined, and assembled in the USA and guaranteed for life. It's not just a riflescope, it's a reliable partner designed to help you succeed in your hunting or shooting endeavors.

Leupold VX-3HD Features

  • 3:1 Zoom Ratio
  • Zero Stop System
  • Zero Lock Dial
  • High Definition
  • Elite Optical System
  • Illuminated Reticle
  • Motion Sensor Technology (MST)

Warranty Information

This product has a limited lifetime warranty.

Key Features

  • Leupold VX-3HD riflescope offers bright, crisp images with its elite optical system.
  • Twilight Hunter reticle excels in low-light, extending your prime hunting hours.
  • 3.5-10x40mm magnification is ideal for versatile shooting, from thick woods to open fields.
  • Custom Dial System (CDS-ZL) provides fast, accurate elevation adjustments in the field.
  • Enjoy a durable, lightweight scope at 14.5 oz, built to withstand harsh conditions.
  • Illuminated FireDot reticle ensures rapid target acquisition, increasing hunting success.

What's in the box:

  • Leupold 3.5-10x40 VX-3HD Riflescope (Matte Black)
  • CR2032 Lithium Battery
  • Leupold Lifetime Limited Warranty