There’s a moment every hunter knows—the quiet stillness when the wind picks up, the shadows stretch long across the ridgeline, and the only thing that matters is whether you can see clearly enough to take the shot. The Leupold VX-3HD CDS-ZL Burnt Bronze 4.5-14x40 Wind-Plex Reticle Scope is built for that moment. It’s designed for the hunter who pushes beyond the trailhead, who climbs higher, waits longer, and won’t settle for optics that fall short when the stakes are highest. With this scope, you don’t just get a clear view—you get the confidence to make the shot when the conditions are working against you.
Leupold has earned its place as a trusted name among serious outdoorsmen, and the VX-3HD continues that lineage. Its Elite Optical System delivers exceptional low-light performance, allowing you to see detail long after other scopes have given up. It’s built for real-world challenges and proves its worth when the wind is unpredictable, the terrain is unforgiving, and the light is fading. American-made, lightweight, and incredibly rugged, it frees you from worrying about your gear so you can stay locked in on the hunt.
Technical performance is where this scope sets itself apart. The CDS ZeroLock elevation dial offers fast, precise adjustments with a secure return-to-zero function that removes guesswork. The 4.5-14x magnification range adapts to timber, brush, or open-country shots without adding unnecessary bulk. The Wind-Plex reticle provides reliable hold points for crosswind compensation, giving you critical information without cluttering your sight picture. With its burnt bronze finish and proven durability, this is a scope built for hunters who expect reliability in every season.
Key Features
• Elite Optical System for dawn-to-dusk brightness and superior glare reduction
• CDS-ZL dial with secure zero lock and one-revolution elevation adjustment
• 3:1 zoom ratio with 4.5-14x magnification for versatile field performance
• Lightweight aluminum housing that’s waterproof, fogproof, and shockproof
• Integrated throw lever for rapid magnification changes
• Wind-Plex SFP reticle with 1 MOA hash marks for effective wind holds
Technical Specifications
• Finish: Burnt Bronze
• Magnification: 4.5-14x
• Objective Lens: 40 mm
• Maintube: 1 inch
• Reticle: Wind-Plex, Second Focal Plane
• Weight: 13.3 oz
• Length: 12.67 in
• Parallax-Free Distance: 150 yd
• Eye Relief: 4.4 in low / 3.6 in high
• Adjustments: CDS-ZL elevation, 1/4 MOA clicks
• Total Adjustment: 70 MOA elevation/windage
• Elevation Revolution: 15 MOA
Whether you're scanning a distant ridgeline or threading a shot through heavy timber, the VX-3HD gives you the clarity, precision, and endurance needed to turn opportunity into success. It’s the scope you reach for when each hunt demands your absolute best.
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