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Review Summary
2026-04-26T20:00:00
Great rifle scope. The fire dot makes a great difference in low light when you can see the deer, but the center of the reticle is difficult to clearly see, especially with older eyes.
Anthony L.

2026-04-25T20:00:00
Great optics. Love the zero stop and parallax function. Looking forward to years of hunting with this
Christopher O.

2026-04-24T20:00:00
Great scope, optics are superb, lightweight, perfect for my mountain rifle! And made in the USA!!!!
Paul P.

2026-04-18T20:00:00
Love it, would buy this again
Tim K.

2026-04-17T20:00:00
I love the CDS system. Very accurate!
John M.

2026-04-17T20:00:00
Perfect for my 244
Richard P.

2026-04-11T20:00:00
This is my go to optic I have three. I used this scope for my Oryx hunt this year and harvested a nice bull.
Richard M.

2026-04-10T20:00:00
Great customer service and a great scope just what my Ruger Patrol needed, 300 yards no problem crystal clear glass .
Garrick W.

2026-04-09T20:00:00
Great scope for the money. Have several of the VX-3HD. For the price it's hard to beat.
Mark K.

2026-04-07T20:00:00
It's everything that's it's advertised to be; clear optics, compact, lightweight. Love it on my Ruger No. 1
Bradley E.

2026-04-07T20:00:00
Bought this to put on my JM Marlin 336. The scope works great, crystal clear picture, quick acquisition, easy to sight in. I'm able to bullseye a sight in target at 100 yards and can easily shoot a 3 inch grouping at that distance. Paired it with the QR mount and rings and the Alumina flip covers. Would definitely buy again, but if you're looking to shoot past 100 yards you will probably want something with more magnification, but that's asking a lot from a 30-30.
Francesco I.

2026-04-02T20:00:00
great clarity
todd l.

2026-04-02T20:00:00
I was have two VX-5HD scopes on rifles and when it was time to fit a recent purchase of a varmint rifle I again want a scope that was exceptionally clear and of quality. The VX-3HD did not disappoint. The VX-3HD is just as good of quality both in glass and build as the VX-5 HD's. Then again, it is a Leupold and it doesn't get much better than that.
Russell R.

2026-03-27T20:00:00
The only optics I trust on my hunting rifles!
Marc C.

2026-03-25T20:00:00
Customer service was ridiculous. As a guide i hoped that they would do what they can to help. Not so. Scope was damaged, and they didn't want to keep up with their so called amazing warranty. Very disappointed. Will never buy another thing from this company. On top of that customer service was very rude.
Johnathan M.

2026-03-22T20:00:00
Compact, clear glass, illumination a nice plus. Center dot is a little big for very fine shooting, but is great for fast target acquisition in mixed cover. Accurate adjustments. Looking forward to using this upcoming big game season!
Jesse S.

2026-03-21T20:00:00
nice and light scope good fit for light rifle.
Ted A.

2026-03-21T20:00:00
I installed this scope on my CZ 452 in a matter of minutes. I had a Nikon scope mounted on the gun with low Leupold mounts. The Leupold went on without any modifications and cleared the CZ rear sight. I have removed the mechanism from the rear sight. The scope shot on paper immediately and took only 20ish rounds to get dialed in at 50 feet. I shot a freehand round of targets with it and was happy to shoot a 285. I will set it up for 100 yards sometime soon, when the weather cooperates. I am pleased with the scope. It's clear, I love the reticle. It's an upgrade from the Nikon.
michael c.

2026-03-20T20:00:00
This is one of my favorite go to hunting scopes. It'll do more than I'm capable of as a shooter. Love the 50mm objective lense for low light hunting scenarios.
Luke R.

2026-03-19T20:00:00
I put this a Howa 6. 5 Grendel for a nice lightweight set up. I mounted it with Leupold mounts/rings. I love the everything about this optic. I couldn't be happier! I have never had a bad experience with any Leupold products that I have purchased.
Jason H.

2026-03-18T20:00:00
Hope the continue making this Optic as it is one of the most versatile scopes available
Jay W.

2026-03-15T20:00:00
Mounted this on a tika t3x lite on a dnz reaper 1 piece mount. Everything went together perfectly and the glass quality is perfect
Alexander D.

2026-03-14T20:00:00
5-stars! Leupold sets the standard. Lifetime optic.
Christopher Y.

2026-03-14T20:00:00
It's what I expect form Leupod. Good glass, nice and clear the lock is a great feature if you plan to dial up. I haven't ordered the custom turret yet but plan to very soon. Thanks Leupold you made my son very happy!!
Thomas C.

2026-03-13T20:00:00
Just the perfect scope. CDS is amazing! Thanks leupold.
Brennan R.

2026-03-12T20:00:00
Light weight good glass you can't go wrong
Daniel K.

2026-03-12T20:00:00
I have this on my Ruger American Gen 2. I have only shot it out to 220 yards but the optics were excellent, no CA I could detect, the turrets are rock solid and tactile and I managed multiple sub moa groups at that distance. Two thumbs up
Mike F.

2026-03-11T20:00:00
I own 3 of these vx3-hd 2. 5-8 scopes. This is by far my favorite scope off all time. I love how low its able to be mounted, its light, and its great for lower light conditions even with small objective lens. I will be real pissed off if the discontinue this exact scope. Trying to order 2 more lol.
Jacob S.

2026-03-09T20:00:00
Shipping was fast. Customer service was right to on point, I had an issue with one base mounting screw. A replacement was shipped promptly. Scope has been mounted, working up a load for the rifle. Everything appears to function properly and the glass is exactly what you expect from Leupold! The flip back scope covers are a must have!
Zach R.

2026-03-06T19:00:00
This is a fantastic scope, so clear. I put it on a M77/22mag. It works great and the finish is awesome.
Rick H.

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Matte Black
No
No
Second Focal Plane
CDS-ZL
Yes
No
Set Screw
Finger Click
No
Illuminated
Illum. FireDot Twilight Hunter
Variable
Push Button
No
Yes
No
No
Elevation: 1/4MOA
Windage: 1/4MOA
Elevation: 75
Windage: 60
Elevation: 21.8
Windage: 17.5
Elevation: 86" (218.2cm)
Windage: 69" (174.5cm)
Elevation: 15 MOA
Windage: 15 MOA
14.5MOA
3.5-10x
50mm
Low Mag: 29.7' (9m)
High Mag: 11' (3.3m)
Low Mag: 4.3 Degree
High Mag: 2.1 Degree
Low Mag: 4.4" (112mm)
High Mag: 3.6" (91mm)
150 Yards
8
1.18" (30mm)
Low Intensity: 1600hr
Medium Intensity: 1000hr
High Intensity: 300hr
Required, Included
Lithium
CR2032
1
12.33" (313mm)
17.7 oz (502g)
030317028510
The VX-3HD 3.5-10x50mm delivers legendary performance and extreme clarity in an incredibly tough, lightweight package. Its versatile magnification and larger objective can get the job done in almost any scenario.
The VX-3HD delivers outstanding performance in low light. With Leupold's Elite Optical System, it has excellent dawn-to-dusk light transmission for a bright image when it matters most, elite-level glare reduction in harsh light, and the resolution and clarity that diehard hunters and shooters demand. The illuminated FireDot reticle with seven brightness settings and easy-to-use illumination dial will get you on target fast, even in harsh daylight. We also gave it match-grade repeatability and ergonomic controls that are easy to read and use, even with gloves. The VX-3HD is the best lightweight, low-light hunting scope in its class. And with its low-profile, one-revolution CDS ZeroLock dial, you can be confident your dial will only move when you want it to. Push the button to unlock it, dial, and then rotate it back to zero to lock it in place. It's that simple.
Everything we put into your VX-3HD is there to help you tag out. Like all Leupold riflescopes, it's designed, machined, and assembled in the USA and guaranteed for life.
Features
3:1 Zoom Ratio
A 3:1 zoom ratio is very common in many scope models. It gives you 3 times more magnification at high power than at low power, so you can dial your power down for close encounters or all of the way up for long-range shots.
Zero Stop
The ZeroStop system creates a backstop when returning the dial back to zero, so you don't accidently turn the dial a full revolution in the wrong direction.
Zero Lock Dial
The ZeroLock system eliminates accidental dial movement by locking it in place.
Custom Dial System Compatible
Leupold's Custom Dial System (CDS) gives you the ability to customize your turret (adjustment dial) 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.
Illuminated
This scopes comes with an illuminated reticle, which can help you get on target faster in low-light situations.
High Definition
High-definition, calcium-fluoride lenses ensure incredible clarity at all magnification levels.
Elite Optical System
Leupold's Elite Optical System offers excellent dawn-to-dusk light transmission for a bright image when it matters most, elite-level glare reduction in harsh light, and the resolution and clarity that diehard hunters and shooters demand.
Motion Sensor Technology (MST)
Motion Sensor Technology (MST) extends battery life by automatically deactivating illuminated reticles after five minutes of inactivity and then reactivates instantly as soon as movement is detected.
Waterproof Fogproof, & Shockproof
Leupold pioneered modern waterproof and fogproof technology using advanced internal gasses and sealing methods that withstand extreme temperatures, elevation changes, and shocks, so the internals of the optics stay moisture free and crystal clear for life.
FireDot Twilight Hunter Illum.
Designed specifically for low-light situations
Provides a simple aiming point with no distractions
Thin lines obscure less of the target and image
FireDot technology brings your eye to the center of the reticle for quick target acquisition
Features Motion Sensor Technology
Second (rear) focal plane