Leupold 6.5-20x50 VX-3HD Riflescope, Matte Black with Second Focal Plane Fine Duplex Reticle, T Custom Dial System Dial, 30mm Tube

SKU: LD182900 MFR: 182900
Earn VIP Reward Points

Key Features

  • Experience superior clarity with this Leupold riflescope, perfect for precision shooting.
  • Fine Duplex reticle on the second focal plane ensures accurate shots at high magnification.
  • Customize your ballistic settings with the CDS-T dial system for long-range accuracy.
  • Enjoy a bright, clear view with enhanced light transmission for dawn-to-dusk hunting.
  • The 6.5-20x50mm scope offers versatile magnification for both close and distant targets.
  • Built tough with a 30mm tube, this Leupold scope withstands harsh conditions for years.
See More Product Details
Special Order?Estimated to Ship: 12/04/2025
Free Shipping

See Options

1

Need help? Ask our experts.

Overview
Compare
Specs
Protection
Q&A

Questions & Answers

FAQ

What is the benefit of the Elite Optical System in the Leupold 6.5-20x50 VX-3HD Riflescope?

The Elite Optical System in the Leupold VX-3HD Riflescope ensures superior light transmission from dawn to dusk, provides elite-level glare reduction in harsh light, and delivers the resolution and clarity that dedicated hunters and shooters demand.

What is the Custom Dial System (CDS) in the VX-3HD Riflescope?

The Custom Dial System (CDS) in the VX-3HD Riflescope allows you to customize your turret (adjustment dial) to your exact ballistics and environmental conditions. Once your custom dial is installed, you simply range the target, turn the dial to that number, and aim dead on.

Is the Leupold 6.5-20x50 VX-3HD Riflescope durable in extreme weather conditions?

Yes, the Leupold VX-3HD Riflescope is built to withstand extreme weather conditions. It is waterproof, fogproof, and shockproof, ensuring that the internals of the optics remain moisture-free and crystal clear in any environment.

What does the Fine Duplex reticle feature in the VX-3HD Riflescope do?

The Fine Duplex reticle feature in the VX-3HD Riflescope, which is situated on the second focal plane, has thinner posts and crosshairs for improved precision. This design facilitates easier acquisition of smaller targets and maintains the same apparent reticle size across the scope's entire magnification range.

Reviews about this item

Review Summary

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.

2025-11-01T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Very nice, clear optic for

Very nice, clear optic for the price!

Ernie W.

2025-11-01T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Very good scope.

Very good scope.

Bruce F.

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.

2025-10-26T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

This scope checks so many

This scope checks so many boxes! It was easy to mount and boresight, great low light clarity and daedly accurate. I would HIGHLY recommend this as a low-mid priced optic.

Kevin W.

2025-10-26T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Currently mounted on a Tikka

Currently mounted on a Tikka 7 Rem. Mag. Was easy to zero and has worked flawlessly thus far this season in both good and bad weather.

Shannon W.

2025-10-22T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Pretty darn clear!

Pretty darn clear!

Bill P.

2025-10-22T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Love it! Nothing to complain

Love it! Nothing to complain about! Perfect for my rifle!!!

John C.

2025-10-21T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Very clear and easy to

Very clear and easy to use.

Chad S.

2025-10-20T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Very clear glass. It's my

Very clear glass. It's my favorite scope so far specially at the price point.

Jossue L.

2025-10-20T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Very thankful for you guys!

Very thankful for you guys!

Robert C.

2025-10-16T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

I put this Scope on

I put this Scope on my 7mm-prc and I could not be happier with it. I sent Leopold all my information about my gun and they quickly sent me back my CDS dial and I am easily making 800 plus yard shots without hesitation. For the price you can't beat this scope.

Slade M.

2025-10-16T20:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

I really like my VX-3HD

I really like my VX-3HD the only drawback is the scope lacks side focus, which would be a really nice feature for them to add. I look forward to using it this season.

James W.

2025-10-12T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

The size and weight are

The size and weight are the selling points here. It has great glass too. My only small issue is the reticle lines are much thicker than I'm used to. But I'm sure that's a personal issue.

Kyle M.

2025-10-11T20:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Good glass. Good eye box.

Good glass. Good eye box. Like the zero stop. Good turret clicks. Reticle lines are too thick. Please revisit all your reticles. Picking a scope in the VX3 line is tough because they are all a compromising decision for which reticle is the least worst.

Ryan B.

2025-10-10T20:00:00

Rated 1 out of 5

Horrible Scopes Bought New 3hd and 3hd twightlight

bought the 3hd 3. 5-10-50 and the 3. 5-10-50 twightlight hunter and they are junk out of the box . Went to the range to zero them and both were shooting 6-8 inches low and they would not adjust up. Took them off the guns and remounted them using a picatinny rail and rings and still the same problem and I did bore sight both using a laser and both were low. I have returned both to Leupold so I will see what happens when I get them back. I have owned over 10 Leupold scopes over the years and never had a problem so it has to be this new CDS system they are using.

CLARENCE M.

2025-10-10T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

I bought the VX-3HD to

I bought the VX-3HD to put on my Smith-Corona Springfield 1903A#, which seemed extremely accurate for a 1903A33, and I was not disappointed. Accuracy went from really good to phenomenal! I had a custom CDS dial made for it, and shooting at 100, yards, then an immediate change to 200, immediate change to 300, and then an immediate change to 425 yards became ridiculously easy. V/r, WA Rogers LTC, JAGC, AUS (ret. )

William R.

2025-10-10T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Luneta fenomenal!

Esperei 3 anos para conseguir importar para o Brasil um rifle Ruger American e uma leupold vx3 Firedot, comecei a importação em 2022 e só em setembro deste ano de 2025, consegui toda documentação para poder buscar meu rifle e essa semana tive a má sorte de na hora de instalar a leupold vx3 firedot número de série 148649AL ela cair e quebrar o bocal de saída. Agora vou juntar dinheiro novamente e espero pode comprar outra daqui uns anos, pois aqui no Brasil sabemos a qualidade e perfeição de uma leupold!!!!

José n.

2025-10-10T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Clarity and accuracy are the

Clarity and accuracy are the best!

Richard B.

2025-10-06T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Everything I wanted out of

Everything I wanted out of this scope. Look forward to using it this fall.

Jesse K.

2025-10-05T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

I mounted one of the

I mounted one of the VX-3HD 6. 5-20x40 on a CZ 457 Royal 22 lr and the other on a CZ 457 Varmint 17 HMR. I have not finished setting up the 17HMR. These are both what I was looking for. I have several other Leupolds. I have tried others but always come back to Leupold.

Donald P.

2025-09-30T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

I have many of these

I have many of these scopes on my distance rifles. In my opinion it is the best scope on the market at a affordable price point. Leupold quality and American made.

Joe B.

2025-09-30T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Really good scope would recommend

Really good scope would recommend it to anyone, used it on a 300wm and 30-06.

Andy G.

2025-09-28T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great scope. No issues. Wish

Great scope. No issues. Wish I had opted for the 14 power version. That's my fault?not the manufacturer's though!

David L.

2025-09-28T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Nice scope, and I really

Nice scope, and I really appreciate the CDS system!

Roy D.

2025-09-24T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Excellent scope. The scope is

Excellent scope. The scope is clear and had precise adjustments. I think it's perfect for reasonable hunting distances.

Russell I.

Select a plan in the Add Protection section above and purchase with this product by clicking “Add to Cart”.

image-protection

TRUSTED PROTECTION PLANS, EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE.

Invest In Your Gear and Peace Of Mind!

Accidents happen where life happens. Protect your favorite Adorama products and purchase a protection plan to stay covered from accidental damage, mechanical or electrical failure, and more.

Repair or Replacement

Repair or Replacement

If we can’t fix it, we’ll replace it at no additional cost.

Accidental Damage

Accidental Damage

Protect your product from drops, spills, and more.

Peace of Mind

Peace of Mind

Enjoy your gear without fear. We have you covered!

Malfunction Protection

Malfunction Protection

When regular use of your product over time results in mechanical or electrical failure.

Zero Deductible

Zero Deductible

We will never charge you a deductible after the purchase of a plan.

Customer-Focused Support

Customer-Focused Support

Our claims process is simple & easy and our customer service team is happy to help.

Adorama Protect powered by Extend is available for purchase to customers in the United States. Not available for purchase Internationally or in U.S. Territories.

Leupold VX-3HD Specifications

  • Color

    Matte Black

  • Adjustable Parallax

    Side Focus

  • Adjustable Objective

    No

  • Reticle Focal Plane

    Second Focal Plane

  • Elevation Adjustment Type

    CDS-T

  • Locking Dial

    No

  • Revolution Indicator

    Yes

  • Rezero Type

    Set Screw

  • Custom Dial Compatible

    Yes

  • BDC Dial Included

    No

  • Reticle Type

    Second Focal Plane

  • Reticle

    Fine 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

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

  • Adjustment Range (MOA)

    Elevation: 65
    Windage: 55

  • Adjustment Range (MIL)

    Elevation: 19
    Windage: 19

  • Adjustment Range (@ 100m)

    Elevation: 63" (160cm)
    Windage: 63"(160cm)

  • Adjustment Per Revolution

    Elevation: 15 MOA
    Windage: 15 MOA

  • Elevation Dial Travel Limit

    Total Scope Travel

  • Magnification

    6.5-20x

  • Objective Lens Diameter

    50mm

  • Linear FOV (@100yds)

    Low Mag: 14.1' (4.30m)
    High Mag: 5.8' (1.77m)

  • Angular FOV

    Low Mag: 2.7 Degree
    High Mag: 1.1 Degree

  • Eye Relief

    Low Mag: 4.4" (111.76mm)
    High Mag: 3.6" (91.44mm)

  • Maintube Diameter

    1.18" (30mm)

  • Minimum Parallax-Free Distance (yd)

    75

  • Length

    14.37" (365mm)

  • Weight

    20.8 oz (589.67g)

  • UPC Code

    030317034757

About Leupold VX-3HD

FEATURED REVIEWS

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...

View full Review

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.

Because precision and reliability are paramount for hunters and shooters, the Leupold 6.5-20x50 VX-3HD Riflescope stands out as a high-quality, durable, and versatile choice. Engineered to excel in mid to long-range applications, this matte black riflescope is the quintessential tool for those aiming to achieve pinpoint accuracy from the firing line.

Featuring the advanced Elite Optical System, the VX-3HD ensures exceptional dawn-to-dusk light transmission, providing a luminous and clear image when you need it most. The system also boasts elite-level glare reduction for harsh lighting conditions and delivers the resolution and clarity that dedicated hunters and shooters demand.

The scope's high-definition, calcium-fluoride lenses are a testament to its superior clarity across all magnification levels, ensuring that your target is always in sharp focus. With a robust 3:1 zoom ratio, this riflescope offers versatile magnification adjustments, allowing you to seamlessly transition from 6x for close encounters to 20x for precise long-range shots.

Customization is at your fingertips with Leupold's Custom Dial System (CDS). This feature allows you to tailor your turret to your specific ballistics and environmental conditions. Once your custom dial is installed, simply range your target, adjust the dial, and trust in the dead-on accuracy of your shot.

The side focus feature of the VX-3HD is designed to fine-tune the scope's parallax, enhancing the reticle's sharpness and minimizing perceived movement at varying distances. This ensures that your focus remains steadfast on the target, regardless of range.

Built to withstand the elements, the VX-3HD is waterproof, fogproof, and shockproof. Leupold's pioneering technology in sealing and internal gases guarantees that the optics remain moisture-free and clear, even under extreme weather conditions, elevation changes, and the inevitable shocks of field use.

The Fine Duplex reticle, situated on the second focal plane, features thinner posts and crosshairs for improved precision. This design facilitates easier acquisition of smaller targets and maintains the same apparent reticle size across the scope's entire magnification range.

Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, the Leupold VX-3HD Riflescope is designed, machined, and assembled in the USA, embodying the brand's commitment to quality and performance. This riflescope is not just an optical instrument; it's a trusted companion for those who demand excellence in their shooting experience.

Leupold VX-3HD Features

  • 3:1 Zoom Ratio
  • Custom Dial System Compatible
  • Side Focus Adjusts Scope's Parallax
  • Elite Optical System
  • High Definition
  • Waterproof, Fogproof, & Shockproof

Warranty Information

This product has a limited lifetime warranty.

Key Features

  • Experience superior clarity with this Leupold riflescope, perfect for precision shooting.
  • Fine Duplex reticle on the second focal plane ensures accurate shots at high magnification.
  • Customize your ballistic settings with the CDS-T dial system for long-range accuracy.
  • Enjoy a bright, clear view with enhanced light transmission for dawn-to-dusk hunting.
  • The 6.5-20x50mm scope offers versatile magnification for both close and distant targets.
  • Built tough with a 30mm tube, this Leupold scope withstands harsh conditions for years.

What's in the box:

  • Leupold 6.5-20x50 VX-3HD Riflescope (Matte Black)
  • Leupold Lifetime Limited Warranty